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MSL20122 Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement

MSL20122 Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement

National ID MSL20122 State ID BIX8

This qualification reflects the role of workers who perform a range of sampling and measurement activities as part of laboratory, production or field operations in the construction, manufacturing, resources and environmental industry sectors.

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Overview

Campus Geraldton

When Semester 2, 2024 | Available all year round | Semester 1, 2025

Study Mode On campus | Online | Online and on campus | Workplace

This qualification reflects the role of workers who perform a range of sampling and measurement activities as part of laboratory, production or field operations in the construction, manufacturing, resources and environmental industry sectors. Job roles include samplers and testers, production personnel, plant operators, production operators, field assistants, drivers and sample couriers.

Samplers and testers conduct limited sampling and testing as part of their duties in a particular industry. You will gain the following range of skills:

  • Follow set procedures to sample raw materials and products
  • May package, label, store and transport samples
  • Use simple equipment (hydrometers, thermometers and pH meters) to make measurements and perform basic tests that take a short time and involve a narrow range of variables and easily recognised control limits
  • May make visual inspection of products and packaging.

 

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Semester 1, 2025

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 1, 2025
Where Geraldton
How Classroom

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete eight (8) units of competence, comprising three (3) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MSL912002 Work within a laboratory or field workplace $130.00 $38.80 $5.94
MSL922002 Record and present data $195.00 $58.20 $9.27
MSL943004 Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety $130.00 $38.80 $5.94

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
$130.00 $38.80 $5.94
Collect routine site samples
$65.00 $19.40 $2.76
Receive and prepare samples for testing
$130.00 $38.80 $5.94
Take routine site measurements
$130.00 $38.80 $5.94
Perform basic tests
$260.00 $77.60 $12.38

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Available all year round, 2024

Details

When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Self Paced External

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete eight (8) units of competence, comprising three (3) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MSL912002 Work within a laboratory or field workplace $130.00 $38.80 $18.51
MSL922002 Record and present data $195.00 $58.20 $18.51
MSL943004 Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety $130.00 $38.80 $18.51

Elective

Unit Selection - Group A

Students must select at least two (2) elective units from the list below. A total of five (5) elective units must be selected to achieve the qualification.

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Collect routine site samples
$65.00 $19.40 $18.51
Handle and transport samples or equipment
$130.00 $38.80 $18.51
Take routine site measurements
$130.00 $38.80 $18.51

Unit Selection - Group B

Students may choose up to three (3) elective units from the list below

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Apply communication skills
$113.75 $33.95 $18.51
Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
$130.00 $38.80 $18.51
Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose
$65.00 $19.40 $18.51
Perform calibration checks on equipment and assist with its maintenance
$113.75 $33.95 $18.51
Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives
$195.00 $58.20 $18.51
Maintain instruments and equipment
$390.00 $116.40 $18.51
Operate a robotic sample preparation system
$162.50 $48.50 $18.51
Receive and prepare samples for testing
$130.00 $38.80 $18.51
Prepare culture media
$65.00 $19.40 $18.51
Assist with fieldwork
$130.00 $38.80 $18.51
Perform basic tests
$260.00 $77.60 $18.51
Prepare working solutions
$260.00 $77.60 $18.51
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
$65.00 $19.40 $18.51

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 18 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Self Paced Onsite

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete eight (8) units of competence, comprising three (3) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MSL912002 Work within a laboratory or field workplace $130.00 $38.80 $5.78
MSL922002 Record and present data $195.00 $58.20 $9.02
MSL943004 Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety $130.00 $38.80 $5.78

Elective

Unit Selection

A total of five (5) elective units must be selected to achieve the qualification.

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Apply communication skills
$113.75 $33.95 $9.02
Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
$130.00 $38.80 $5.78
Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose
$65.00 $19.40 $2.69
Perform calibration checks on equipment and assist with its maintenance
$113.75 $33.95 $5.78
Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives
$195.00 $58.20 $9.02
Maintain instruments and equipment
$390.00 $116.40 $119.16
Collect routine site samples
$65.00 $19.40 $2.69
Handle and transport samples or equipment
$130.00 $38.80 $6.81
Operate a robotic sample preparation system
$162.50 $48.50 $7.93
Receive and prepare samples for testing
$130.00 $38.80 $5.78
Take routine site measurements
$130.00 $38.80 $5.78
Prepare culture media
$65.00 $19.40 $3.77
Assist with fieldwork
$130.00 $38.80 $56.08
Perform basic tests
$260.00 $77.60 $12.05
Prepare working solutions
$260.00 $77.60 $13.22
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
$65.00 $19.40 $4.78

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 12 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Traineeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete eight (8) units of competence, comprising three (3) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below. On-the-job learning must also be completed to attain this qualification under Traineeship arrangements.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MSL912002 Work within a laboratory or field workplace $130.00 $38.80 $0.00
MSL922002 Record and present data $195.00 $58.20 $0.00
MSL943004 Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety $130.00 $38.80 $0.00

Elective

Unit Selection

Five (5) elective units must be selected from the list below.

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
$130.00 $38.80 $0.00
Collect routine site samples
$65.00 $19.40 $0.00
Handle and transport samples or equipment
$130.00 $38.80 $0.00
Receive and prepare samples for testing
$130.00 $38.80 $0.00
Take routine site measurements
$130.00 $38.80 $0.00
Perform basic tests
$260.00 $77.60 $0.00
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
$65.00 $19.40 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Semester 2, 2024

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Classroom

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete eight (8) units of competence, comprising three (3) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MSL912002 Work within a laboratory or field workplace $130.00 $38.80 $5.78
MSL922002 Record and present data $195.00 $58.20 $9.02
MSL943004 Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety $130.00 $38.80 $5.78

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Plan and conduct laboratory/field work
$130.00 $38.80 $5.78
Collect routine site samples
$65.00 $19.40 $2.69
Receive and prepare samples for testing
$130.00 $38.80 $5.78
Take routine site measurements
$130.00 $38.80 $5.78
Perform basic tests
$260.00 $77.60 $12.05

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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