Overview
This qualification covers competencies to select components, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to food storage and preservation, and air conditioning and air distribution equipment in buildings and premises. It includes regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants.
Competency development activities in this qualification are subject to regulations directly related to licencing. A relevant contract of training through an apprenticeship or relevant employment may be required to enable the application of the required knowledge and skills to on the job work activities and environments.
Refrigerant Handling Licence:
The achievement of the qualification meets the training components for the full national Refrigerant Handling Licence which is required to work on refrigeration and air conditioning equipment that carries the risk of a fluorocarbon refrigerant being emitted while decanting the refrigerant or manufacturing, installing, commissioning, servicing, maintaining or decommissioning refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Occupational Licence:
Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to refrigeration/air conditioning work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
Electrical Occupation Licence:
The achievement of this qualification with the core restricted electrical units meet the electrical regulatory requirements for related restricted electrical work in most state/territories. This is required to work on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.).
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RPL Admission Requirements
Typically 2–3 years of relevant practical industry experience in air conditioning and refrigeration, including installation, servicing, maintenance and repair work.
Employer verification letter confirming relevant industry experience, duties and employment history, or equivalent verifiable evidence for self-employed applicants.
Evidence of practical experience in installing, commissioning, servicing, faultfinding and maintaining air conditioning and refrigeration systems, including relevant electrical and refrigerant handling activities.
Supporting evidence such as workplace photographs, job sheets, service reports, installation records, maintenance records, invoices, previous qualifications or industry licences.
Demonstrated knowledge of refrigeration principles, electrical safety, workplace health and safety procedures, refrigerant handling requirements and relevant industry regulations.
Evidence of applicable refrigerant handling licences, electrical authorisations or other regulatory approvals where required for the work undertaken.
Participation in technical questioning, workplace verification and practical competency assessments where necessary to demonstrate competency against the relevant units of competency.
Applicants must demonstrate competency in all required units, including applicable prerequisite units, before the qualification can be awarded.
Units of Competency
A total of 1210 weighting points comprising:
- 1070 core weighting points
- 140 general elective weighting points from the general elective units
Disclaimer
The RTO does not guarantee licensing
Duration
The Air conditioning and Refrigeration course duration ranges from 12 to 24 months.
Delivery Mode: Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – Assessment Only. Evidence-based assessment, which may include portfolio reviews, competency discussions, practical skills verification and more as required.
