Diploma of Laboratory Technology

Overview

Build upon your foundation of scientific knowledge and develop a deeper knowledge of scientific principles.

In this course, you will gain stronger practical skills and more hands-on laboratory experience.

As a laboratory technician, you’ll be able to conduct tests for pathologists, biochemists, clinical chemists, pharmacologists, veterinarians, microbiologists and bacteriologists. You’ll also be able to apply your knowledge of living systems to work toward solving important issues, such as controlling disease and making the environment safer.

You will provide technical support to scientists working in research, production and testing roles. Under supervision, you’ll get to examine changes in cells and tissues, perform chemical analyses of blood and other body fluids, and assist with research.

With this qualification, you’ll be able to work in hospitals, research institutes, pharmaceutical companies, private pathology laboratories, commercial laboratories and government departments.

Why study laboratory technology at RMIT?

State-of-the-art facilities

Work with the latest industry-standard equipment, gaining plenty of hands-on, practical experience.

Industry placements

Take the opportunity to gain professional experience within a laboratory before you graduate.

Professional recognition

Join the Australian Society for Microbiology, AusBiotech, and the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists.

Details

As a qualified laboratory technician, you'll have the skills to conduct tests for a variety of science and health professionals, and use your knowledge to help people and the environment.

In this course, you will develop the transferable skills that will give you career options in a range of science and biomedical settings.