Course Title: Perform haematological tests

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5362 Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing)

Course Title: Perform haematological tests

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 130

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Terms

Course Code	Campus	Career	School	Learning Mode	Teaching Period(s)
BIOL5223C	City Campus	TAFE	174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science	Face-to-Face	Term1 2017, Term1 2018, Term1 2019

Course Contact: Amber Mitton

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8053

Course Contact Email: amber.mitton@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This unit of competency covers the ability to determine levels, function, activity and interactions of cellular and plasma components of blood using tests and procedures identified with the discipline of laboratory haematology. 

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Pr-requisite: MSL973007 Perform microscopic examination

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:	MSL975002 Perform haematological tests
Elements:	1 Process samples and associated request details 2 Perform tests 3 Maintain a safe environment 4 Maintain laboratory records

Learning Outcomes

Overview of Assessment

written tests

practical skills tests

laboratory documentation assessment

laboratory logbook

research assignment