Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration
VET NATIONAL CODE: UEE32211
Total Duration
65 Weeks
(53 weeks Tuition + 12 weeks Break)
Location
NSW | QLD Campuses (AIBT)
Pricing
OffShore Int Student: $16,500 *
OnShore Student Visa Holder: $15,000 *
* Total Materials Fee $1,250
This qualification provides competencies to select components, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to food storage and preservation, air conditioning and air distribution equipment in buildings and premises. It includes regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants.
Important – Pre-Enrolment Information:
Prior to enrolment, it is a mandatory requirement for students to complete the Student Pre-Enrolment Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) Form. After receiving and reviewing the form a consultation with our Enrolments Team, Sales Manager or Sales Agent will be scheduled where you will be provided with all the relevant course information to help guide you into making a formal decision.
More information on Student Pre-Enrolment and Application Process is available on the ‘Get Started’ Tab on our website homepage www.aibtglobal.edu.au
Please Note:
- Students must have completed a First Aid Certificate prior to commencing any practical lessons within our Edison Engineering Workshops. This unit is an elective within this qualification and will need to be completed prior to practical lessons.
- Completion of an AIBT qualification does not guarantee an employment outcome
- This qualification will only fulfil the academic requirements, not a licensed trade qualification
- Each state and territory has different requirements in relation to Australian context gap training and electrical authorisation for the licensed occupation of Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic. For more information please visit: The Australian Refrigeration Council Ltd (ARC)
- Practice in workplace and during training is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety
AIBT (NSW | QLD)
In Class | Edison Workshop
AIBT – from 7th October 2019 and then monthly intakes from November 2019 onwards.
RTO Code: 41138 | CRICOS: 03430J
To achieve a Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211)
A total of 28 units must be completed:
25 core units
Plus 3 elective units
A combination of Elective competency standard units to achieve a total weighting of 60 points in accordance with the Elective Competency Standard Units table on https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/UEE32211
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
Total Materials Fee – $1,250
Materials fee covers the cost of goods, materials and / or services provided by AIBT to be used by students in the course of training.
The Materials Fees in this qualification include:
- Trade tools
- Class materials
- Printing
- Stationery
- Safety wear
- Uniforms
- Excursions
Core Subjects
Elective Subjects
For more information on the course content, visit http://www.training.gov.au
A minimum of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent is required.
This is a generic entry requirement. For more specific indicators, please refer to your Sales Manager. Please note if you hold a passport from any sub continent country, a minimum IELTS of 6 is required.
International Students who do not meet the English language requirements for this course may undertake English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) according to the English Learning Matrix.
Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211)
The following pre-requisites are required for this qualification:
| Code | Title | Prerequisites |
| UEENEEC025B | Participate in refrigeration and air conditioning work and competency development activities | There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit. |
| UEENEEE101A | Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit. |
| UEENEEE102A | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEE103A | Solve problems in ELV single path circuits | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEE105A | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEE107A | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEE137A | Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEJ102A | Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEJ103A | Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEJ104A | Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEJ106A | Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories | UEENEEE102A UEENEEE105A UEENEEE137A UEENEEJ102A UEENEEJ103A UEENEEE101A |
| UEENEEJ107A | Install air conditioning and refrigeration systems, major components and associated equipment | UEENEEJ106A UEENEEJ170A UEENEEE101A UEENEEE102A UEENEEE105A UEENEEE107A UEENEEE137A UEENEEJ102A UEENEEJ103A UEENEEJ108A UEENEEJ194A UEENEEJ153A |
| UEENEEJ108A | Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants | UEENEEJ102A UEENEEJ103A UEENEEE101A |
| UEENEEJ109A | Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations | UEENEEE101A UEENEEE102A UEENEEE003B UEENEEE105A UEENEEE107A UEENEEE137A UEENEEJ102A UEENEEJ103A UEENEEJ104A UEENEEJ106A UEENEEJ107A UEENEEJ108A UEENEEJ110A UEENEEJ111A UEENEEJ113A UEENEEJ153A UEENEEJ170A UEENEEJ194A UEENEEP012A UEENEEP017A Locate and rectify faults in low voltage composite appliances using set procedures UEENEEP024A Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply UEENEEP025A Attach cords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 Va.c. or 1500 Vd.c. supply |
| UEENEEJ110A | Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls | UEENEEJ103A UEENEEE101A |
| UEENEEJ111A | Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components | UEENEEJ107A UEENEEJ110A UEENEEP017A UEENEEE101A UEENEEE102A UEENEEE003B UEENEEE105A UEENEEE107A UEENEEE137A UEENEEJ102A UEENEEJ103A UEENEEJ104A UEENEEJ106A UEENEEJ108A UEENEEJ153A UEENEEJ194A Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits UEENEEJ170A Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems UEENEEP012A Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring |
| UEENEEJ113A | Commission air conditioning and refrigeration systems | UEENEEJ107A UEENEEJ110A UEENEEP017A UEENEEE101A UEENEEE102A UEENEEE003B UEENEEE105A UEENEEE107A UEENEEE137A UEENEEJ102A UEENEEJ103A UEENEEJ104A UEENEEJ106A UEENEEJ107A UEENEEJ108A UEENEEJ170A UEENEEJ194A UEENEEP012A UEENEEP017A |
| UEENEEJ153A | Find and rectify faults in motors and associated controls in refrigeration and air conditioning systems | UEENEEE107A UEENEEJ108A UEENEEJ194A UEENEEE101A UEENEEE003B UEENEEJ103A |
| UEENEEJ170A | Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems | UEENEEJ153A Find and rectify faults motors and associated controls in refrigeration and air conditioning systems UEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications UEENEEJ108A Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants UEENEEJ194A Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace UEENEEE003B Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits |
| UEENEEJ194A | Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits | UEENEEE103A and UEENEEJ103A and UEENEEE101A or UEENEEJ195A and UEENEEE101A |
| UEENEEK142A | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector | There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit |
| UEENEEP012A | Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring | There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit |
| UEENEEP017A | Locate and rectify faults in low voltage composite appliances using set procedures | UEENEEP012A Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring |
| UEENEEP024A | Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply | UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEENEEP025A | Attach cords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 Va.c. or 1500 Vd.c. supply | UEENEEP024A Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 volt supply |
| UEENEEJ115A | Resolve problems in beverage dispensers | UEENEEJ111A UEENEEJ113A UEENEEE101A UEENEEE102A UEENEEE003B UEENEEE105A UEENEEE107A UEENEEE137A UEENEEJ102A UEENEEJ103A UEENEEJ104A UEENEEJ106A UEENEEJ107A UEENEEJ108A UEENEEJ110A UEENEEJ153A UEENEEJ170A UEENEEJ194A UEENEEP012A Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring UEENEEP017A Locate and rectify faults in low voltage composite appliances using set procedures |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit. |
| CPCCOHS1001 | Work safely in the construction industry | There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit. |
Specific licensing /regulatory requirements relate to the unit HLTAID003 – Provide first aid, including requirements for refresher training should be obtained from the relevant national/state/territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authorities
OHS:
Practice in workplace and during training is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety.
Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Legislation:
The Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Legislation Amendment Bill 2003 apply to this qualification. Prior to planning the delivery of any training and/or assessment activities all legislative and regulatory requirements shall be identified and included. https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/C2004B01432
Electrical Authorisation Licenced Occupation of Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic:
Each state and territory has different requirements in relation to Australian context gap training and electrical authorisation for the licensed occupation of Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic.
NSW
To apply for a refrigerant handling licence and the Provisional Tradesperson Certificate, OTSR holders wishing to work in New South Wales (NSW) must contact:
- the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC),who issue the Trainee Licence (for handling of refrigerant in classroom and workplace), and
- New South Wales Fair Trading who is the regulator responsible for issuing the Provisional Tradesperson Certificate.
IMPORTANT: Both licences are required to work in NSW as an Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic (under supervision).
Holders of a Trainee Licence and a Provisional Tradesperson Certificate must:
- enrol in and complete Australian context gap training, and
- work under the supervision of a current holder of an Airconditioning and Refrigeration Licence or Certificate.
On successful completion of Australian context gap training and supervised employment, applicants are eligible to apply for a Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211).
On receipt of the Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211), an applicant may apply for a full Refrigerant Handling Licence – Qualified Persons (2 years) with ARC and an Airconditioning and Refrigeration Licence or Certificate with New South Wales Fair Trading.
For specific information about airconditioning and refrigeration licences in NSW please contact the following:
Australian Refrigeration Council
| Telephone | 1300 884 483 |
| enquire@arctick.org | |
| Address | Locked Bag 3033 BOX HILL VIC 3128 |
| Website | https://www.arctick.org |
New South Wales Fair Trading
| Telephone | 13 32 20 |
| HBLicensing@finance.nsw.gov.au | |
| Address | NSW Fair Trading PO Box 972 PARRAMATTA NSW 2124 |
| Website | NSW Fair Trading |
QLD
Refrigerant handling licence
To apply for a refrigerant handling licence, OTSR holders wishing to work in Queensland (QLD) must contact the:
- Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC), who issue the Trainee Licence(for handling of refrigerant in classroom and workplace)
Holders of a Trainee Licence must:
- enrol in and complete Australian context gap training, and
- work under the supervision of a holder of a current and full licence that is related to the refrigeration work that the trainee licence holder is being trained in, for a period up to twelve (12) months.
On successful completion of Australian context gap training and supervised employment, applicants are eligible to apply for a Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211).
On receipt of the Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211), an applicant may apply for a full Refrigerant Handling Licence – Qualified Persons (2 years).
For more information about airconditioning and refrigeration licences in QLD, please contact the Australian Refrigeration Council.
| Telephone | 1300 884 483 |
| enquire@arctick.org | |
| Address | Locked Bag 3033 BOX HILL VIC 3128 |
| Website | https://www.arctick.org |
Electrical work licence
A person who holds an OTSR as an airconditioning and refrigeration mechanic must obtain the Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211) before being eligible for a restricted electrical work licence in Queensland. Whilst holding the OTSR and the Trainee Licence, you must have a licensed person carry out the disconnecting, reconnecting and fault finding of any electrical equipment you are required to work on.
On receipt of the Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration, you may apply for a restricted electrical work licence. In most cases applicants will be issued with an electrical work training permit and will need to undertake additional on and off the job training to obtain the licence. For more information please contact the Electrical Safety Office on 1300 632 993.
Refrigeration and Airconditioning work licence
A holder of a Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211) and a Refrigerant Handling Licence issued by the ARC is required to apply to the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) for licensing for refrigeration and airconditioning work. For more information please visit the QBCC website www.qbcc.qld.gov.au or contact QBCC on 139 333.
The following Licensing/Regulatory is required for the following units:
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Licensing/Regulatory Information |
| UEENEEC025B | Participate in refrigeration and air conditioning work and competency development activities | The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence to practise in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking of electrical work. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, and power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEE101A | Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | During Training: Competency development activities are subject to regulations directly related to licencing, occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. In the workplace: The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical equipment or installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. Other conditions may apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory requirements. |
| UEENEEE102A | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components | During Training: Competency development activities are subject to regulations directly related to licencing, occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. In the workplace: The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical equipment or installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. Other conditions may apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory requirements. |
| UEENEEE103A | Solve problems in ELV single path circuits | The skills and knowledge described in this unit do not require a license to practice in the workplace. However they are subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safe and contracts of training such as new apprenticeships. |
| UEENEEE105A | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment | During Training: Competency development activities are subject to regulations directly related to licencing, occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. In the workplace: The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical equipment or installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. Other conditions may apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory requirements. |
| UEENEEE107A | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications | During Training: Competency development activities are subject to regulations directly related to licencing, occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. In the workplace: The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical equipment or installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. Other conditions may apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory requirements. |
| UEENEEE137A | Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work | During Training: Competency development activities are subject to regulations directly related to licencing, occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. In the workplace: The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical equipment or installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. Other conditions may apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory requirements. |
| UEENEEJ102A | Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may, in some jurisdictions, require a license to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ103A | Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may, in some jurisdictions, require a license to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ104A | Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may, in some jurisdictions, require a license to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ106A | Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may, in some jurisdictions, require a license to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ107A | Install air conditioning and refrigeration systems, major components and associated equipment | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may, in some jurisdictions, require a license to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ108A | Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may, in some States/Territories, require a license to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ109A | Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations | The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where plant and equipment operate at voltage above 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. In some States/Territories a licence is required to practise this unit in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work and in particular working with refrigerants. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. |
| UEENEEJ110A | Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls | The skills and knowledge described in this unit do not require a license to practice in the workplace. However, practice in this unit is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ111A | Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components | The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where plant and equipment operate at voltage above 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. In some States/Territories a licence is required to practise this unit in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work and in particular working with refrigerants. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ113A | Commission air conditioning and refrigeration systems | The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where plant and equipment operate at voltage above 50 V a.c. However other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ153A | Find and rectify faults in motors and associated controls in refrigeration and air conditioning systems | The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where appliances are connected to fixed wiring at voltage above 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. In some States/Territories a licence is required to practise this unit in the workplace subject to regulations for servicing refrigeration or air conditioning appliance in particular when working with refrigerants. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical devices, site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| UEENEEJ170A | Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems | The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where plant and equipment operate at voltage above 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. In some States/Territories a licence is required to practise this unit in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work and in particular working with refrigerants. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures |
| UEENEEJ194A | Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits | The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where plant and equipment operate at voltage above 50 V a.c. or 120 V a.c. However other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. |
| UEENEEK142A | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector | The skills and knowledge described in this unit do not require a licence to practice in the work place. However practice in this unit is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safe and contracts of training such as new apprenticeships and the like. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment and the like. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus, site rehabilitation and the like. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in first aid, confined space, lifting, risk safety measure and the like |
| UEENEEP012A | Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring | The skills and knowledge described in this unit requires a license to practice in the workplace where plant and equipment operate at voltage above 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. However other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: Candidates are to meet regulator eligibility requirements by providing formal confirmation from the relevant state/territory regulator for the respective work class and scope of work prior to developing and being conferred competent. |
| UEENEEP017A | Locate and rectify faults in low voltage composite appliances using set procedures | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a license to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking of electrical work. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: Candidates are to meet regulator eligibility requirements by providing formal confirmation from the relevant state/territory regulator for the respective work class and scope of work prior to developing and being conferred competent. |
| UEENEEP024A | Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a license to practice in the workplace. However, practice in this unit is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: Candidates are to meet regulator eligibility requirements by providing formal confirmation from the relevant state/territory regulator for the respective work class and scope of work prior to developing and being conferred competent. |
| UEENEEP025A | Attach cords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 Va.c. or 1500 Vd.c. supply | The skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a license to practice in the workplace. However, practice in this unit is subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: Candidates are to meet regulator eligibility requirements by providing formal confirmation from the relevant state/territory regulator for the respective work class and scope of work prior to developing and being conferred competent. |
| UEENEEJ115A | Resolve problems in beverage dispensers | The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where plant and equipment operate at voltage above 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. In some States/Territories a licence is required to practise this unit in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking refrigeration and air conditioning work and in particular working with refrigerants. Practice in workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. Note: 1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. 2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures. |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | Specific licensing /regulatory requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training should be obtained from the relevant national/state/territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authorities. |
| CPCCOHS1001 | Work safely in the construction industry | Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit. Relevant work health and safety state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm jurisdictional requirements. |
Simulated Work Environment
AIBT provides 460 hours per year of simulated training within our Engineering workshops. Simulated training is not equivalent to vocational placement.
Vocational Placement
AIBT provides 360 hours in total of unpaid workplace Vocational Placement.
Completing all the units of competency within this qualification will lead to the issuance of an Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211) and a transcript of academic record. Students that successfully complete individual units of competency, but not the whole qualification, will be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment detailing the completed units.
Vending Machine Servicer
Air-conditioning Technician (Split Systems)
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic
* Completion of an AIBT qualification does not guarantee an employment outcome.
This qualification will only fulfil the academic requirements, not a licensed trade qualification. For more information please visit: The Australian Refrigeration Council Ltd (ARC).