Eastern University, Sri Lanka
Centre for External Degrees and Extension Courses (CEDEC)
CEDEC announces the commencement of
"Diploma in Laboratory Technology (D.L.T) - 2024"
conducted by
Faculty of Science
Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
Admission Criteria
Eligibility to follow the Diploma course in Laboratory Technology
- I. A minimum of three (03) pass grades at the G.C.E (Advanced Level) examination, Sri Lanka, in any three (03) of the following science-related subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Combined Mathematics, Information & Communication Technology, Science for Technology, Engineering for Technology, Biosystems Technology, Agricultural Science, Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Botany, or Zoology;
- II. Six (06) passes at the G.C.E (Ordinary Level) examination, including Mathematics and English, with at least a credit pass in science,
- • Completion of a one-year Certificate Course in Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution
- • One year of experience as a Laboratory Assistant/Technician in a recognized institution.
AND
Or
- III. Completion of NVQF Level 4 in Laboratory Techniques.
- IV. Any other equivalent qualification as approved by the Faculty Board of Science, EUSL. Approval
OR
OR
OR
Course Duration
18 Months
(Weekend)
Medium of instruction
English — Tamil
Application Fee
Rs. 1,000.00
Registration Fee
Rs. 6,000.00
Course Fee
Rs. 70,000.00
Exam Fee
Rs. 30,000.00
Certificate Awarding Fee
Rs. 2,000.00
Library Deposit (Refundable)
Rs. 2,000.00
OUTLINE SYLLABUS
| COURSE UNIT | No. of Credits |
|---|---|
| BLT: BASIC LABORATORY TECHNIQUES | |
| BLT 1. Laboratory management | 02 |
| BLT 2. Safety in the laboratory | 02 |
| BLT 3. Museum techniques | 02 |
| BLT 4. General laboratory instrumentation | 02 |
| BLT 5. Calibration of laboratory instruments | 02 |
| BLT 6. Basic Mathematics and Statistics | 02 |
| BLT 7. Basic Electricity & Electronics | 02 |
| ESR. Ethics and Social Responsibility | 01 |
| Total credits | 15 |
| COURSE UNIT | No. of Credits |
|---|---|
| ALT: ADVANCED LABORATORY TECHNIQUES | |
| ALT 1. Microscopy | 02 |
| ALT 2. Water quality analysis | 02 |
| ALT 3. Laboratory on applied Chemistry | 02 |
| ALT 4. Food analysis | 02 |
| ALT 5. Medical laboratory procedures | 02 |
| ALT 6. Principle of aquatic Toxicology | 02 |
| PPG. Photography and Photomicrography | 02 |
| PSM. Procurement and Supply Management | 01 |
| Total credits | 15 |
Application Procedure
Candidate should apply online here along with the scanned copies of relevant documents and University Copy of Paying-in-Voucher, amounted of Rs.1,000.00 payable to Bursar, EUSL, Account No. 227-1-001-9-0000-390 in People’s Bank, Chenkalady.
Closing Date (Extended)
On or before 15th January 2026
Note*: Please note that there is no need to apply again who have already applied and registered for this course in this same batch.
For further information
Senior Assistant Registrar, CEDEC | |
TP | : 0652227025 |
| : arcedec@esn.ac.lk | |
Web | : www.cedec.esn.ac.lk/dlt |
