Life Sciences - Manufacturing Operations
The purpose of the QQI Lebel 5 Award in Life Sciences Manufacturing Operations listed on this framework is to enable the learner to develop the requisite knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision whilst working in the life sciences industry and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
For this and further information please go to:https://www.qqi.ie//sites/docs/AwardsLibraryPdf/5M2162_AwardSpecifications_English.pdf
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Entry Requirements
Education: Learners should have achieved a Level 4 or equivalent to access this course
Aptitude: Be able to exercise some initiative and independence in carrying out defined activities; join and function within multiple, complex and heterogeneous groups
Previous Experience: Experience of working in a manufacturing environment desirable but not essential
Further information
Courses will run subject to minimum enrolment
The student grant is the main source of financial help available from the Irish State for students in full-time Post Leaving Certificate Programmes (PLCs) and full-time higher education undergraduate courses. For eligible students, the grant is there to help with the various costs of participating in further or higher education. To apply or for further information, visit www.susi.ie.
Learning Outcomes
Perform a range of manufacturing tasks in compliance with quality standards and good manufacturing practice.
Utilise a range of continuous improvement methodologies whilst working at operative level in the life sciences manufacturing sector.
Perform a range of tasks in compliance with current health, safety and environmental regulations and controls for the manufacturing or services sector.
The purpose of this module is to bring the training provider's attention to the optional modules listed directly following this module. ONE of these optional modules must be included in this programme.
Communicate verbally and nonverbally in standard everyday tasks and in work-related tasks, operating independently while under general direction.
Examine the roles, responsibilities, characteristics and skills of team members including leaders; analyse the stages of team development and multi-team environments; set team objectives; evaluate performance and progress; monitor personal strengths and weaknesses and demonstrate appropriate communication skills whilst participating in core teamworking activities.
The purpose of this module is to bring the training provider's attention to the optional modules listed directly following this module. THREE of these optional modules must be included in this programme.
Undertake a range of tasks whilst working at operative level in the cleanroom environment in the life sciences manufacturing sector.
Undertake a range of packaging and labelling tasks whilst working at operative level in the life sciences manufacturing sector. Undertake a range of scientific, mathematical and precision measurement tasks whilst working at operative level.
Undertake a range of fluid transfer related tasks whilst working at operative level in the life sciences manufacturing sector. undertake a range of tasks whilst working at operative level in the area of bioprocessing within the life sciences manufacturing sector.
Participate in the workplace for a limited time carrying out work-related tasks independently while under general direction.
Teamworking (5N1367) QQI
Health, Safety & Environmental Awareness (5N2158) QQI
Quality & Good Manufacturing Practice (5N1959) QQI
Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing (5N1915) QQI
Cleanroom Operations (5N1921) QQI
Packaging & Labelling (5N2160) QQI
Process Science Skills (5N1968) QQI
Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Marian Dennehy
05841184
mariandennehy@wwetb.ie