Description: Basic considerations / foundations in laboratory sampling.

Terminal Competency:

Discuss the purpose of obtaining a sample test portion.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Describe the purpose of obtaining a sample test portion.

2. Describe characteristics of a valid test portion.

To see a set of behavioral anchors, which provide further detail about the enabling competencies and can be used for assessment against the enabling competencies,contact IFPTI.

Description: Factors that influence sampling.

Terminal Competency:

Describe factors to consider when obtaining test portions for analyses.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Consider the physical characteristics of a sample.

2. Identify factors that impact a test portion.

3. Identify sources of error.

To see a set of behavioral anchors, which provide further detail about the enabling competencies and can be used for assessment against the enabling competencies,contact IFPTI.

Description: Techniques and approaches for quality sampling and increased confidence.

Terminal Competency:

Describe approaches to obtain test portions.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Discuss general sampling techniques.

2. Review the method to identify the sampling approach.

3. Identify the part of the sample from which to obtain the test portion.

4. Identify ways of controlling error.

To see a set of behavioral anchors, which provide further detail about the enabling competencies and can be used for assessment against the enabling competencies,contact IFPTI.