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Use laboratory application software

Use laboratory application software

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL924006
State Code
OEY01
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/05/2023
Field of Education
080905 - Practical Computing Skills
Original Release Date
24/05/2023
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to use enterprise laboratory-specific software such as laboratory information management systems, quality information management systems, laboratory instrument software, middleware and quality control data management systems.This unit of competency applies to technical officers and laboratory technicians in all industry sectors. It describes the use of software packages for the storage, retrieval, analysis and display of data and/or information. There is no expectation that candidates would be able to customise the software to meet specific needs. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Access application software
  • 1.1 Identify software required for the task
  • 1.2 Open software from digital device using required log in details
  • 1.3 Use information sources to locate details of software features and instructions for its use
2. Use software for specified purposes
  • 2.1 Follow software procedures to generate or input scientific data into a computing system
  • 2.2 Use search functions for the retrieval of required data
  • 2.3 Select or export data for numerical and graphical analyses/visualisation using software features to achieve required outcome
  • 2.4 Use application features for efficient computation
3. Produce reports of retrieved data and/or processed data
  • 3.1 Generate report containing required data using features of the software package
  • 3.2 Prepare report for distribution by ensuring it is accurate and complete
  • 3.3 Maintain data in accordance with workplace procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAC85 MSL924004 Use laboratory application software Unit of competency