	{"id":88444,"date":"2023-12-15T01:25:19","date_gmt":"2023-12-14T14:25:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/geelongtimes\/?p=88444"},"modified":"2023-12-14T13:29:51","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T02:29:51","slug":"unbottling-a-successful-career-in-science","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/geelongtimes\/news\/unbottling-a-successful-career-in-science\/","title":{"rendered":"Unbottling a successful career in science"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>THE vast career opportunities that a science certification can lead to continue to rise, and nowhere is this more evident than in the success story of Thomas Strain.<\/p>\n<p>A proud graduate of The Gordon TAFE, Mr Strain seamlessly transformed his studies in Laboratory Techniques into a thriving career at IDL.<\/p>\n<p>His decision to enrol at The Gordon TAFE was driven by several factors. The primary reason was The Gordon&#8217;s commitment to providing a comprehensive skill set in science.<\/p>\n<p>The laboratory techniques courses at The Gordon boast excellent job outcomes, with an impressive 90 per cent of Diploma students securing employment before graduation. This is a testament to the practical and industry-focused approach of the course.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;When I researched entry-level science courses, The Gordon offered the broadest skill set and was still local,&#8221; Mr Strain said.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_123266\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123266\" style=\"width: 601px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-123266 \" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/14.12.2023_12.25.51_REC.png?_t=1702519416\" alt=\"\" width=\"601\" height=\"399\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-123266\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Thomas Strain in the IDL lab.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&#8220;I had previously studied there in preparation for my Diploma and liked the dedication I saw from the staff and teachers.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>He credited this dedication and support from his teachers and The Gordon&#8217;s industry connections for his successful transition into his present role.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;My teachers were actually the ones that recommended me for my current position, and we have kept in touch from time to time so I could update them on how things were progressing.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;If I had any questions for them, they were more than happy to help whenever they could.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Nothing was too much trouble for them, and I am very grateful to have such amazing mentors to help me on this journey.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The impact of Mr Strain&#8217;s education at The Gordon has become apparent in his workplace IDL, a family-owned and operated beverage solutions provider.<\/p>\n<p>IDL quality assurance manager Nat Lutzko attests to Mr Strain&#8217;s exceptional laboratory skills and considered him a valuable asset to the team.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Thomas&#8217;s commitment to excellence in his laboratory work has been evident since he joined us.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_123267\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-123267\" style=\"width: 601px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-123267 \" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/12\/14.12.2023_12.27.14_REC.png?_t=1702519481\" alt=\"\" width=\"601\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-123267\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">IDL quality assurance manager Nat Lutzko and Gordon graduate Thomas Strain.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&#8220;His skill set, honed during his time at The Gordon, aligns perfectly with the demands of our growing industry.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;He is a valuable member of the IDL team, and we look forward to witnessing more graduates with similar training enter the field.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>IDL continues to expand its clientele and operations and, as a business, serves as a good representation of the growth of the food and wine testing industry.<\/p>\n<p>The growth and opportunities within the sector illustrates the need for well-trained laboratory technicians like Mr Strain has never been more crucial.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about studying Lab Tech at The Gordon, head to <a href=\"http:\/\/thegordon.edu.au\">thegordon.edu.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>THE vast career opportunities that a science certification can lead to continue to rise, and nowhere is this more evident than in the success story of Thomas Strain. 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