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MSS50222 Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology

National ID
MSS50222
WA Course Code
BIR0
CRICOS code
111991K
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Why choose this course?

Advance your career in the management of environmental issues with this qualification. Environmental management is a global concern as we search for ways to maximise conservation and minimise the environmental impacts of business. It is a growing industry linked to our resources sector and increasing issues with the degradation of ecosystems.

This course covers the skills and knowledge you need to apply a range of methods and technologies to conduct environmental sampling, testing and monitoring. These skills are used in most industry sectors and to assist environmental scientists, engineers and planners with site assessment, minimising environmental impacts of processes and remediation/rehabilitation of sites.

Gain practical experience to report and present environmental data, and assess environmental risks. In addition, you will learn how to implement environmental management plans and sustainable work practices.

This course covers a range of learning methods including field trip activities, laboratory work, teamwork and online learning.

Career opportunities

  • Environmental Officer
  • Environmental Technician
  • Natural Resource Management Officer

When choosing a course, it's important to think about the key skills and knowledge you'll need, as well as how you'll be assessed. Take a look at this information and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements.

  • An interest in conservation and the environment
  • An interest in working to reduce human impacts on the environment
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Written and oral communication skills

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.

  • Equivalent to Australian Year 12 is required for entry into this course at North Metropolitan TAFE.

  • OR Completion of MSS40222 Certificate IV in Environmental Monitoring and Technology is required for entry into this course at Central Regional TAFE.

​Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Your study options

Semester 1, 2026

Duration | 2 semesters
When | Semester 1, 2026
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $12,804
  • Resources fee: $550
  • Materials fee: $300

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There are no mandated work placements, however, students are encouraged to seek volunteer work in organisations that relate to the course. As there are several such organisations (private, local government and commercial) with a diverse set of activities, this forms an excellent opportunity for students to develop skills as well as enter the network of this industry.

Year 12
MSS50222 Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology - BIR0
2 semesters

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 20 units. These 20 are comprised of 11 core units and 9 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • MSL943004 Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety
  • MSL952001 Collect routine site samples
  • MSL974022 Undertake environmental field-based monitoring
  • MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
  • MSS024026 Apply environmental management procedures
  • MSS024027 Participate in environmental field work
  • MSS024028 Process and present environmental data
  • MSS025030 Assist with assessing site environmental indicators
  • MSS025031 Assess the environmental risk and impact of a project activity or process
  • MSS025032 Report environmental data
  • MSS025033 Provide environmental information to customers
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • AHCECR502 Conduct biological surveys
  • AHCPCM510 Collect and classify plants
  • MSS024029 Collect spatial and discrete environmental data
  • MSS024032 Document simple geological information for a site
  • MSS025024 Produce site maps
  • MSS025029 Perform sampling and testing for site contamination
  • MSS025034 Collect and evaluate groundwater data
  • MSS025035 Perform sampling and testing of soils
  • MSS025036 Plan and conduct environmental project work

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include:

• Observation – where an assessor will directly observe your performance of activities in a real or simulated workplace, role play or exercise, or a demonstration of practical skills. An observation checklist will be completed by your assessor.

• Questioning – in the form of written question and answers, such as tests or online quizzes. It could also be spoken questions and answers. 

• Portfolio – which is a collection of evidence of your skills. This could include collections of samples of your work, observation checklists, third-party reports, products with supporting documentation, historical evidence, training records, and journals, logbooks, or work diaries. 

• Work samples – which are products or items that you produce during your practical activities.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is provided in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use the matrix to ensure assessments are spread across the duration of the course rather than clustered together at times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

The following learning resources, facilities and equipment are available at each campus so that you can achieve the skill and knowledge requirements of this course. 

Learning resources may include access to a specifically designed Environmental Bulletin that contains updated Global, Federal and State standards and guidelines for sampling and assessments, plus links and several electronic books, apps and links to websites. Facilities and equipment may include access to computer labs, fully equipped laboratories, specialised equipment such as basic chemical glassware and instrumentation, ecology sampling tools including GPS receivers, radios and water/air/soil monitoring instrumentation, soil sampling equipment, air, water, soil sampling and monitoring equipment, access to mapping and/or similar drawing software, bore water sampling equipment and air and dust sampling equipment.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

Semester 1, 2027

Duration | 2 semesters
When | Semester 1, 2027
Where | North Metropolitan TAFE (52786)

Location map

How | On campus, to a minimum of 20 contact hours per week
Fees (total indicative for course)
  • Tuition fee: $12,804
  • Resources fee: $550
  • Materials fee: $300

Tuition fees are reviewed annually. If tuition fees are increased, you will be required to pay the new fees as they are introduced. You will be provided with an indicative schedule of fees in your Letter of Offer.

Resource fees are for consumables you use in your course e.g. paint, internet etc. You pay this fee to your college at enrolment. If your course goes longer than one semester, the resource fee may not need to be paid in one amount but may be spaced out over the duration of your course. Your college will advise you of the payment amount each semester.

Material fees are for items that remain your property after the course has been completed e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, text books etc.

Work placement

There are no mandated work placements, however, students are encouraged to seek volunteer work in organisations that relate to the course. As there are several such organisations (private, local government and commercial) with a diverse set of activities, this forms an excellent opportunity for students to develop skills as well as enter the network of this industry.

Year 12
MSS50222 Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology - BIR0
2 semesters

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 20 units. These 20 are comprised of 11 core units and 9 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

Core units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • MSL943004 Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety
  • MSL952001 Collect routine site samples
  • MSL974022 Undertake environmental field-based monitoring
  • MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
  • MSS024026 Apply environmental management procedures
  • MSS024027 Participate in environmental field work
  • MSS024028 Process and present environmental data
  • MSS025030 Assist with assessing site environmental indicators
  • MSS025031 Assess the environmental risk and impact of a project activity or process
  • MSS025032 Report environmental data
  • MSS025033 Provide environmental information to customers
Elective units
    National ID
    Unit title
  • AHCECR502 Conduct biological surveys
  • AHCPCM510 Collect and classify plants
  • MSS024029 Collect spatial and discrete environmental data
  • MSS024032 Document simple geological information for a site
  • MSS025024 Produce site maps
  • MSS025029 Perform sampling and testing for site contamination
  • MSS025034 Collect and evaluate groundwater data
  • MSS025035 Perform sampling and testing of soils
  • MSS025036 Plan and conduct environmental project work

Assessment methods

The methods of assessment used in this course include:

• Observation – where an assessor will directly observe your performance of activities in a real or simulated workplace, role play or exercise, or a demonstration of practical skills. An observation checklist will be completed by your assessor.

• Questioning – in the form of written question and answers, such as tests or online quizzes. It could also be spoken questions and answers. 

• Portfolio – which is a collection of evidence of your skills. This could include collections of samples of your work, observation checklists, third-party reports, products with supporting documentation, historical evidence, training records, and journals, logbooks, or work diaries. 

• Work samples – which are products or items that you produce during your practical activities.

These assessment strategies and evidence gathering are in accordance with the relevant training package or accreditation guidelines. Detailed Information is provided in the assessment matrix, learning plans and assessment tools for each of the units of competency. Assessors use the matrix to ensure assessments are spread across the duration of the course rather than clustered together at times.

Learning resources, facilities and equipment

The following learning resources, facilities and equipment are available at each campus so that you can achieve the skill and knowledge requirements of this course. 

Learning resources may include access to a specifically designed Environmental Bulletin that contains updated Global, Federal and State standards and guidelines for sampling and assessments, plus links and several electronic books, apps and links to websites. Facilities and equipment may include access to computer labs, fully equipped laboratories, specialised equipment such as basic chemical glassware and instrumentation, ecology sampling tools including GPS receivers, radios and water/air/soil monitoring instrumentation, soil sampling equipment, air, water, soil sampling and monitoring equipment, access to mapping and/or similar drawing software, bore water sampling equipment and air and dust sampling equipment.

Key dates

Semester and holiday dates are included in your Letter of Offer. View upcoming semester start and end dates.

There may be further semester intakes available for enrolment. You can view any further intakes when you submit your online application(opens in a new tab).

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Last updated on September 17, 2025