Certificate IV In Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing
VET NATIONAL CODE:Â UEE42711
Total Duration
78 Weeks
(66 wks Tuition + 12 wks Holiday breaks)
Location
NSW | QLD Campuses (AIBT)
Pricing
OffShore Int Student: $20,700 *
OnShore Student Visa Holder: $18,000 *
*Total Material Fee $1,500
This qualification provides competencies in high level fault diagnosis and rectification, commissioning and maintenance of refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to commercial food storage and preservation, air-conditioning, air distribution equipment and/or special applications. It includes regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants.
Please Note:Â
- Students must complete the First Aid Course as part of the AIBT Job Ready Program prior to commencing any practical lessons and assessments
- Completion of an AIBT qualification does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (e.g. licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations
January, March, June, July, September and October
Core Subjects
Elective Subjects
A minimum of IELTS 5.5 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 IV in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing (UEE42711)Â Â Â
The following Pre-requisites are required for this qualification.
| UEENEEK145A | Implement and monitor energy sector environmental ad sustainable policies and procedures. | There are no pre-requisites 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 |
| BSBCMM401 | Make a presentation | There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit. |
| BSBLDR402 | Lead effective workplace relationships | There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit. |
| UEENEEJ123A | Commission complex HVAC heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. | UEENEEJ112A Diagnose and rectify faults in complex air conditioning/ refrigeration systems UEENEEJ109A Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components UEENEEE003B Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits UEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment UEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications UEENEEE137A Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work UEENEEJ102A Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings UEENEEJ103A Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems UEENEEJ104A Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems UEENEEJ106A Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories |
UEENEEJ125A | Â | UEENEEJ107A Install air conditioning and refrigeration systems, major components and associated equipment UEENEEJ108A Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants UEENEEJ110A Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls UEENEEJ111A Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components UEENEEJ113A Commission air conditioning and refrigeration systems UEENEEJ153A Find and rectify faults motors and associated controls in refrigeration and air conditioning systems UEENEEJ170A Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems UEENEEJ194A Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits UEENEEP012A Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring 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 There are no prerequisite competencies for this unit. |
| UEENEEJ125A | Commission complex refrigeration systems and equipment. | UEENEEJ112A Diagnose and rectify faults in complex air conditioning/ refrigeration systems UEENEEJ109A Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components UEENEEE003B Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits UEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment UEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications UEENEEE137A Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work UEENEEJ102A Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings UEENEEJ103A Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems UEENEEJ104A Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems UEENEEJ106A Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories UEENEEJ107A Install air conditioning and refrigeration systems, major components and associated equipment UEENEEJ108A Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants UEENEEJ110A Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls UEENEEJ111A Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components UEENEEJ113A Commission air conditioning and refrigeration systems UEENEEJ153A Find and rectify faults motors and associated controls in refrigeration and air conditioning systems UEENEEJ170A Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems UEENEEJ194A Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits UEENEEP012A Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring 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 |
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 licenced occupation of Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic.
New South Wales
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:Â 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 |
Address | Locked Bag 3033 |
Website |
New South Wales Fair Trading
Telephone | 13 32 20 |
Address | NSW Fair Trading |
Website |
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Queensland
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 |
Address | Locked Bag 3033 BOX HILL VIC 3128 |
Website |
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.
AIBT provides a 360 hours of workplace vocational placement for each student.
Completing all the units of competency within this qualification will lead to the issuance of a Certificate IV in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing (UEE42711) 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.
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