IAT
Level 3
QN: 603/7758/6
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IAT Level 3 Diploma in Laboratory Animal Science and Technology (2021)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by IAT. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 500 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
IAT
Syllabus Units
12 Units
Guided Hours
500 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Animal Cell Biology
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Analyse the structure and function of cells, tissues and organ systems.Link the structure of chromosomes to their role in cell regulation, cell division (meiotic and mitotic) and inheritance.Review the methods used in moving substances into and out of cells.
2
Animal Transport
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Know procedures for the safe and legaltransport of animals.
3
Disease control
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Identify potential disease risks in the animal facility.Evaluate methods for minimising the risks from potential disease organisms.
4
Ethics
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Understand that there is a broad range of ethical, welfare and scientific perspectives on the use of animals in scientific proceduresExplain that legislation requires that, the justification for programmes of work are assessed by weighing potential adverse effects on the animals against the likely benefits of the research.
5
Housing and biosecurity barriers in laboratory animal facilities
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Explain how the organisation of the animal facility maintains an appropriate health status for the animals and the scientific procedures.
6
Laboratory animal facility legislation
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Understand the legislation that governs the use of animals in science.Explain the importance and implementation of Good Laboratory Practice.
7
Laboratory animal physiology
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Discuss the physiological importance and provision of appropriate nutrition to laboratory animals.Understand the structure, organisation and physiological function of the respiratory system.State examples of changes that may occur in the circulatory system during ill health.Understand the structure, organisation and physiological function of the skeletal system.Explain the importance of homeostasis to laboratory animals.Understand the structure, organisation and physiological function of the reproductive system.Understand that the nervous system is a complex network of cells that transmits signals to and from different parts of the body.
8
Laboratory animal welfare
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Demonstrate a thorough understanding of how animal welfare is maintained in the animal unit.Know suitable environmental conditions for laboratory animals and how they are monitored.
9
Management of breeding colonies
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Devise appropriate breeding programmes for laboratory animals given specified conditions.Evaluate methods for determining oestrus, checking mating has taken place and confirming pregnancy in a range of laboratory species.Analyse breeding performance.Select suitable future breeding stock.
10
MANAGING HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE IN THE ANIMAL FACILITY
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of health and safety management systems.Demonstrate an understanding of various health and safety regulations, Codes of Practice and guidance notes which apply to the workplace.Understand safe working practices in the animal facility.
11
Scientific Procedures
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Apply methods available for withdrawing and administering substances to animals with reference to minimising animal suffering and promoting good science.Describe procedures for minimising animal suffering during surgical procedures.
12
The use of GA animals in research
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Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:Describe methods for producing genetically altered animals.Explain the use and problems associated with genetically altered animals.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7758/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- IAT
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2021
- Operational End
- Aug 2026