Entry requirements
- Attending a secondary school
- Literacy and numeracy level equivalent to the successful completion of Year 9*
- *Students selecting this course are recommended to have strong maths skills and be studying complimentary science subjects at school; Biology and/or Chemistry
~ This course is in transition.
The course code, title, units and content may change in future. Further information will be provided on The Gordon website, upon enrolment and/or during the course of your training.
You will learn
- Industry procedures for sample collection, laboratory solution preparation, and handling bacteria
- Gain hands-on experience with equipment in microbiology, chemistry, and general-purpose laboratories
- Develop knowledge of work health and safety practices in a laboratory setting
- Understand the importance of quality systems in ensuring precise and dependable laboratory test results
Course outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program you will receive:
- Recognition of up to two VCE VET units at Units 1 and 2 level, and a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence
- ATAR contribution: if you undertake scored assessment, the study score can contribute directly to the ATAR, either as one of your best four studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth study increment
- Certificate III in Laboratory Skills qualification
Dress code and course materials
- Clothing suitable for program activities, closed in shoes - school uniform
- Hair tied back for practical lab activities
Assessment is based on
- Hands-on work
- Short answer quiz/workbook in classroom
- Team projects
- Practical observation in a simulated laboratory environment
- Practical observation in the field
Further study options
- Certificate IV in Laboratory Skills
- Diploma of Laboratory Technology
- Bachelor of Science
Applications for this course are currently closed and will re-open early August
Please express your interest in this course with your school VET Coordinator.
Applications & attendance
Please contact Customer Service on 5225 0800 to discuss upcoming intakes.
Unfortunately we cannot always guarantee you will secure a place in your selected course. We recommend you apply early.
Date published: 4/04/2024 6:03:17 PM
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