Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2024

Course Code: BUSM8934C

Course Title: Monitor the quality of test results and data

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5434 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology

Course Contact: Rauha Quazi

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4277

Course Contact Email: rauha.quazi@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Renu Shankar

renu.shankar@rmit.edu.au

Vinita Chaudhary

vinita.chaudhary@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 40

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

MSL924005 Process and interpret data.

MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to analyse a series of test results and data to detect potential or actual non-conformances, assess their significance and recommend preventative or corrective actions. The unit assumes personnel will have access to workplace quality assurance procedures based on Australian and/or international standards. This unit of competency does not cover the adaptation or development of test methods or procedures.

This unit of competency applies to technical officers, technical specialists and laboratory supervisors in all industry sectors.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data
Element:	1. Verify accuracy of data and technical records
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Retrieve and collate all relevant data files and technical records for the specified time interval, tests, product range or project 1.2 Inspect data records to check the integrity of data entry, alterations, transfers and calculations 1.3 Confirm that technical records contain sufficient information to provide an audit trail for the tests involved
Element:	2. Assess the quality of data and results
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Use charts and tables to determine whether data and results are within specified limits 2.2 Analyse data trends and results for blanks, duplicates and/or check samples to detect systematic uncertainties 2.3 Use statistical tests and workplace procedures to check data acceptability 2.4 Check that estimations of uncertainties are reasonable and consistent with test method, client or product specification requirements 2.5 Identify results that cannot be reconciled with technical records and/or expected outcomes
Element:	3. Identify potential causes for unacceptable results
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Review user checks and calibration performance records to confirm that equipment or instrument meets test specifications 3.2 Check for obvious sources of interferences that may have occurred during measurements 3.3 Review technical records to identify human or environmental factors that could affect reliability of results 3.4 Review records of sample collection and preparation to confirm chain of custody requirements and adherence to sampling procedures 3.5 Check that any documented deviations from sampling procedures and/or test methods were technically justified and authorised 3.6 Check the condition of sampling equipment and/or stored samples if available and appropriate
Element:	4. Report findings to relevant personnel
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Summarise the quality of test results and data in required workplace formats 4.2 Record potential sources or instances of non-conforming work and assess their significance for current and previously completed work 4.3 Recommend appropriate preventative and/or corrective actions to improve work activities or rectify issues 4.4 Prepare reports in a format and style consistent with their intended use and workplace guidelines

Learning Outcomes

Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities include: Online activities, assignments, online theory quizzes & knowledge tests

Teaching Schedule

While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.

II Sem 2024 Schedule for Monitor the quality of test results and data

Week	Topic	Assessment
Week 1 16 Sep	Introduction to Monitor Quality Quality Management - Review: Quality models, Quality control systems, Sample/Specimen collection processes & policy, Types of specimens in a pathology lab & working safely with them
Week 2 23 Sep	Audit Compliance: NATA, Why audit? What's in an audit? What's a technical record? NATA's requirement for control of records (general accreditation); ISO15189 - what's in a test report? KIMMS: Typical problems with sample collection and preparation and Associated preventative/corrective actions.
Week 3 30 Sep	Test results data - Track it! Analyse it! Interpret it! Tracking Results - Recording results in tables, using charts to track controls (Levy-Jennings), Statistical Analysis and estimation of uncertainties, Defining data acceptability. Sources of interference, human and environmental sources of data variation.
Week 4 7 Oct	Test results data - Fix it! Rectification of errors, Reporting audit findings: Continual improvement & Action plans, Preventative, remedial and corrective actions. Non-conformance Logs. Prepare for an audit	Assessment 2: Part 1 Prepare for an audit
Week 5 14 Oct	Conduct an audit Collate records  For the allocated barcode : Compare Test Report to Worksheet information for accuracy Compare Worksheet to LIMS data for accuracy and clarity  Record non conformances	Assessment 2: Part 2 Conduct an audit
Week 6 21 Oct	Report an audit Prepare LJ Control Charts  Analysing and commenting on Calibration Log Analysing and commenting on Equipment Log	Assessment 2: Part 3 Report an audit
Week 7 28 Oct	Assessment 1 - Knowledge Quiz (first attempt) ON CAMPUS	Assessment 1 - Knowledge Quiz (first attempt) ON CAMPUS
Week 8 4 Nov	Assessments catch-ups (s/c only)  Assessment 1 - Knowledge Quiz (second attempt) ON CAMPUS	Assessment 1 - Knowledge Quiz (second attempt) ON CAMPUS

 

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None (Learning material provided on Canvas)

References

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:  The Learning Lab  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab  The Study Support Hub   https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub  English for uni workshops  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops

Other Resources

All course material provided on canvas

Overview of Assessment

Assessment may include:

• knowledge tests
• practical skills test
• practical logbooks
• presentations
• group work
• research
• lab reports
• assignments

 

Assessment Tasks

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.  

To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task. 
 
Refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates

• Assessment Task 1:Knowledge Quiz
• Assessment Task 2:Plan, conduct and report and audit

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.  

Other Information

This course is graded in accordance with competency-based assessment

• CA Competency Achieved
• NYC Not Yet Competent
• DNS Did Not Submit for assessment

To successfully complete the course, you need to achieve a satisfactory result for every assessment. You will be given two attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills. A third attempt can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic.

Attendance:
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students 

Extensions of time for submission of assessable work:
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days using Assessment extension (from canvas shell) one working day BEFORE the due date.
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.

Special consideration:
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/special-consideration-extensions/special-consideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.

Academic Integrity & Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person as though it is your own. It is a form of cheating and is a very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. Plagiarised material can be drawn from, and presented in, written, graphic and visual form, including electronic data and oral presentation. Plagiarism occurs when the origin of the material used is not appropriately cited. It also occurs through enabling plagiarism, which is the act of assisting or allowing another person to plagiarise or to copy your own work. Please make sure you consider this carefully in completing all your work and assessments in this course and if you are unsure about whether you might have plagiarised, seek help from your teacher.

 

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