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Scientific Spreadsheet Applications 25
Scientific Database Applications 25
Introductory Mathematics (Bridging) 50
Laboratory Mathematics 50
Introductory Chemistry 50
Applied Trigonometry 18
Introductory Statistics 60
Regression & Analysis of Variance 40
Basic Photography 50
Coun Presentation of Evidence 70
Forensic Biology 50
Forensic Photography 50
Forensic Physics 50
Human Anatomy and Physiology 50
Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation 30
Introduction to Forensic Investigation 40
ABD208 Legal Studies 20
ABD209 Research Skills 40
ABD220 Bloodstain Evidence 50
ABD221 Clandestine Drug Laboratories 20
ABD222 Crime Scene Investigation 70
ABD223 Crime Scene Management 50
ABD224 Fingerprint Science 70
ABD226 Footwear and Tyremark Evidence 60
ABD227 Forensic Medicine 60
ABD228 Forensic Microscopy 20
ABD229 Forensic Science 70
ABD230 Forensic Photogrammetry 70
ABD231 Physical Comparisons 40
ABD232 Post Blast Examinations 80
ABD234 Restoration Techniques 40
ABD236 Toolmark Examinations 60
ABD237 Vehicle Identification 40
ABD238 Video 40
ABD239 Drug Investigation 40
ABD250 Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems 1 60
Certificate IV core modules
Hours
ABD251 Automated Fingerprint Identiication Systems 2 50
ABD252 Advanced Examinations 70
ABD253 Fingerprint Examinations 70
ABD254 Fingerprint Fundamentals 80
ABD255 Fingerprint Deceased Persons 50
ABD256 Identification Inked 50
ABD257 Identification Latent 70
ABD258 Questionable Latents 50
ABD259 Skin & Fingerprint Physiology 50
NCSOOl Workplace Communications 40
NCSOl l Client Interaction 20
NCS005 Dealing With Conflict 20
NCS015 Presenting Reports 20
Associate Diploma courses
~~OOABB Associate Diploma of Applied
Science (Laboratory
Technology)
This course is being restructured in 1997 and will be
offered as the:
Diploma of Applied Science
- Biological Sciences
- Chemical Laboratory Technology.
Course aims and description
The course includes a wide range of skills, techniques
and processes, to ensure that graduates develop a flexible
approach, are adaptable and are capable of meeting the
technological and administrative demands made of them in a
chanaing workforce.
Career potential
The Associate Diploma of Applied Science in Laboratory
Technology provides specialised education and training
for scientific laboratory technical support staff. It is an
award that qualifies a person to work in a scientific
laboratory at a senior level.
Further studies pathways
Graduates of this course may be eligible for entry into
degree courses in Applied Science and, in some cases,
may be granted exemptions.
Entry requirements
Normal entry is successful completion of VCE or its
equivalent, with passes in at least two of biology, chemistry
or physics units 3 and 4. Students without any of these
subjects will be required to undertake bridging units.
Mature-age applicants without VCE but with relevant
laboratory experience will also be considered.
It may be necessary for such students to undertake bridging
units. Mature-age applicants without laboratory experience
should apply to enter the Advanced Certificate. Students
who have completed the Advanced Certificate are eligible to
transfer to the Associate Diploma, with full credits.
Safetv reauirements
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Appropriate personal protective equipment is required
for all laboratory subjects.
Course availability and duration
The course may be completed by two years of full-time
study or equivalent part-time study. (Students requiring
bridging programs may take longer.) Currently two years
relevant industrial experience is required prior to
graduation (under review).
Course structure
Stage 1
TH133 Communication Skills 1
TH134 Communication Skills 2
TLOOl Biology Laboratory Techniques
TL002 Chemistry Laboratory Techniques
TL003 Physics Laboratory Techniques
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