Course Summary
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. They use a restricted range of skills and operational knowledge to perform tasks and do not generally work inside a laboratory.
They:
- 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.
In some industry sectors (for example, mineral assay) this work forms a whole job role.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Requirements - To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Entry RequirementsThere are no entry requirements for MSL20122 Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement.
Students are required to have completed the online assessment pre-enrolment in the form of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy, numeracy and digital literacy assessment or to have completed an equal or higher level course.
Course Details
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| AQF Level | Level 2: Certificate II |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
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.
- Complete 3 core units
- Complete 5 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
One (1) year
- Mixed Mode
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Core Packaging Rules |
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| MSL943004 | Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL922002 | Record and present data | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL912002 | Work within a laboratory or field workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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Elective Packaging Rules |
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| MSL933009 | Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL913004 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL952003 | Collect routine site samples | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL952004 | Handle and transport samples or equipment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| MSL943004 | Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety |
| MSL922002 | Record and present data |
| MSL912002 | Work within a laboratory or field workplace |
| MSL933009 | Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MSL913004 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work |
| MSL952003 | Collect routine site samples |
| MSL952004 | Handle and transport samples or equipment |
One (1) year
- Mixed Mode
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Core Packaging Rules |
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| MSL912002 | Work within a laboratory or field workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL922002 | Record and present data | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL943004 | Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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Elective Packaging Rules |
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| MSL952004 | Handle and transport samples or equipment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL952003 | Collect routine site samples | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL913004 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL933009 | Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| MSL912002 | Work within a laboratory or field workplace |
| MSL922002 | Record and present data |
| MSL943004 | Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety |
| MSL952004 | Handle and transport samples or equipment |
| MSL952003 | Collect routine site samples |
| MSL913004 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MSL933009 | Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives |
One (1) year
- Mixed Mode
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Core Packaging Rules |
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| MSL912002 | Work within a laboratory or field workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL922002 | Record and present data | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL943004 | Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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Elective Packaging Rules |
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| MSL952004 | Handle and transport samples or equipment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL952003 | Collect routine site samples | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL913004 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| MSL933009 | Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| MSL912002 | Work within a laboratory or field workplace |
| MSL922002 | Record and present data |
| MSL943004 | Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety |
| MSL952004 | Handle and transport samples or equipment |
| MSL952003 | Collect routine site samples |
| MSL913004 | Plan and conduct laboratory/field work |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MSL933009 | Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives |
Course Assessment Information
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
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| Written/Electronic Assessment |
| RPL |
| Practical Task |
Residential Schools/Workshops
Start TAFE Now (STN) High School Year 11
| Location | Mackay Ooralea, See notes under extra information |
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| Start Date | To Be Advised |
| End Date | To Be Advised |
| Start Time | 9:00 AM |
| End Time | 5:00 PM |
| Compulsory | Yes |
Domestic 2024 Availabilities
Standard Course
Start TAFE Now (STN) High School Year 11
February: Part Time
March: Part Time
July: Part Time
August: Part Time
Start TAFE Now (STN) High School Year 12
February: Part Time
March: Part Time
July: Part Time
August: Part Time
Domestic 2025 Availabilities
Standard Course
Start TAFE Now (STN) High School Year 11
February: Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
July: Part Time
Start TAFE Now (STN) High School Year 12
February: Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2026 Availabilities
Standard Course
Start TAFE Now (STN) High School Year 11
Start TAFE Now (STN) High School Year 12
February: Part Time
March: Part Time
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More Details
Compulsory Attendance - Residential Schools
Attending the one (1) day residential school (practical block) held on a CQUniversity campus offering the qualification, is MANDATORY for all students in this course. The residential school is designed for students to complete the practical components of all the units in the course. Providing students satisfactorily complete all the practical components during the residential school, students are only required to attend one residential school.
The date(s) for the residential school will be confirmed through collaboration between the school and CQUniversity. Students will be notified well in advance to allow adequate time for preparation and coordination of required resources.
Please note that the residential school will take place outdoors. As such, all students are expected to wear sun-safe clothing and enclosed footwear to ensure safety and comfort during activities.
Requirements for your attendance at the practical week:
- You MUST enrol into all of the course units as outlined in the course planner, prior to attendance at the residential school.
- You MUST read your unit's Learning Guide and assessment material prior to attending the residential school sessions.
What do you need to bring with you?
- You MUST wear fully enclosed shoes at all times.
- Your PPE such as sun safe hat, water bottle and sunscreen.
- Permanent fine tip pen to write on glassware during your practical class.
- Ensure you have access to the relevant learning materials (printed copies) e.g. Laboratory Manual, practical assessments, observation check sheets) with you. See the Moodle unit site for further details.
Contact Us
To apply, or to find out more about this course, contact the Student Advice Team on 13 27 86.
