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NMIT recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications and statements of attainment from any other RTO.

 
Diploma of Animal Technology
National Code: RUV50104

Course Location and Contact Information

Agriculture and Animal Science Department
Fairfield Campus
Phone: +61 3 9269 8970
Email: as@nmit.vic.edu.au

Course Description

This course is designed to provide appropriate training for the industry qualification for people undertaking animal technology functions within a scientific environment.

Students will need to complete a two-week work placement in an animal technology environment.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course may gain employment in science, research and educational facilities. Technicians are employed to perform a variety of roles but especially in care and husbandry at a junior level progressing to management, techniques and research.

Course Duration

Offered as one year full-time and then two years part-time.
Additional units of competency may form part of the diploma.

Employed students can contact the department regarding part-time options.

Course Commencement Dates

Full-time: February
Part-time: February. Only mid year if required/ available if employed in animal technology.

Entrance Requirements

Satisfactory completion of VCE. Please refer to VTAC guide. Mature applicants are encouraged to apply. May need to attend an interview.

Application Procedures

Apply through VTAC.

Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers

Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.

Course Outline

RUV2104A Provide food and water for animals (30 hrs)
RUV2105A Participate in workplace communications (20 hrs)
RUV3301A Carry out institution containment and exclusion procedures (40 hrs)
RUV3302A Conduct euthanasia of research animals (40 hrs)
RUV3303A Monitor and maintain animal health and wellbeing (50 hrs)
RUV3304A Provide behavioural enrichment for research animals (40 hrs)
RUV3305A Carry out simple breeding procedures (30 hrs)
RUV3306A Work within an animal technology institution (50 hrs)
RUV3307A Prepare for and monitor anaesthesia in animals (40 hrs)
PMLDATA300A Process and record data (70 hrs)
PMLTEST305A Perform aseptic techniques (40 hrs)
RUV5301A Carry out breeding procedures (40 hrs)
RUV5302A Carry out post mortem examination of a research animal (80 hrs)
RUV5303A Manage nutrition of research animals (40 hrs)
RUV5304A Manage compliance in animal technology (20 hrs)
RUV5305A Monitor and maintain the health of research animals (80 hrs)
RUV5306A Plan an animal technology facility (60 hrs)
RUV5307A Manage laboratory procedures (100 hrs)
RUV5308A Administer anaesthesia and perform surgery on animals for scientific purposes (60 hrs)
BSBSBM407A Manage a small team (40 hrs)
PSPPM401A Develop a project (60 hrs)
PMLDATA500B Analyse Data and Report Results (80hrs)

Total Hours - 1110

Assessment Methods

  • theory classes
  • practical classes
  • assignments
  • projects
  • voluntary/paid experience/placement
  • research
  • field work.

Materials

A list of materials will be supplied. Texts and stationary items will be recommended.

Qualification

As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.  On successful completion students will be awarded the Diploma of Animal Technology.

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Authorised by: Wayne Pappin, Head of Department, Agriculture & Animal Science.
Last modified: 16 December 2005
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