Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSL973028 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform microscopic examination

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MSL973028 - Perform microscopic examination
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare samples for examination
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety and minimise cross-contamination?
  • Prepare samples for microscopic examination in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Set up and use a light microscope
  • Carry and use a microscope correctly, preventing damage to the equipment and ensuring operator safety
  • Perform pre-use and safety checks to ensure equipment is fit for purpose
  • Check external lenses to ensure they are clean
  • Set up the microscope for optimum resolution and even illumination
  • Select the appropriate objectives and filter for the sample being examined
  • Place sample correctly on the stage
       
Element: Observe and identify sample characteristics
  • Recognise and identify significant sample characteristics
  • Perform required counts and measurements
  • Collect and dispose of all wastes safely
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety and minimise cross-contamination? 
Prepare samples for microscopic examination in accordance with workplace procedures 
Carry and use a microscope correctly, preventing damage to the equipment and ensuring operator safety 
Perform pre-use and safety checks to ensure equipment is fit for purpose 
Check external lenses to ensure they are clean 
Set up the microscope for optimum resolution and even illumination 
Select the appropriate objectives and filter for the sample being examined 
Place sample correctly on the stage 
Recognise and identify significant sample characteristics 
Perform required counts and measurements 
Collect and dispose of all wastes safely 

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MSL973028 - Perform microscopic examination
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