Faculty
Electrical and Electronics
Delivery Mode
Blended
Duration
92 Weeks
Course Code: UEE32225 | CRICOS Code: 117749E
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.).
WORK PLACEMENTS
Students are encouraged to seek industry work placement to gain the maximum benefit from the course. This is an opportunity to not only apply and practice the skills acquired in a formal work environment, but to improve their capabilities. As a result, the student will not only meet but exceed their learning outcomes.
Course Duration: 92 weeks
The following are the Admission requirements of ISMT:
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement.
- Prospective students may be required to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and/or a pre-enrolment interview.
- Must have completed Australian Year 11 or equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate III or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
- Must demonstrate English level of IELTS 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent, such as:
- IBT 60
- PTE 50
- CAE 169
- OET B
- General English Advanced or equivalent
- MOI Certificate
- Duolingo 95
- MET
- LANGUAGECERT Academic
- CELPIP General
- Certificate IV or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
- Must have basic digital literacy, including the ability to confidently use the internet and common software applications for learning purposes, completing assignments, and engaging with course content.
- Must be able to participate in training within a simulated workplace environment, including performing manual handling tasks.
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Students will need to successfully complete all units in this course to receive UEE32225 – Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. Learners who partially complete the qualification will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units they are deemed competent.
After completion, you may like to add to, or expand your knowledge base into other areas of specialisation. You may wish to apply into the Diploma of Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning. You’ll also be able to apply for Class 2 – Class 1 disconnect/reconnect/fault finding licence, a full refrigerant handling licence and a construction induction card (white card).
Undertaking a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree can help you meet the entry requirements for your preferred degree. These qualifications often provide credit, reducing the duration of your bachelor degree.
Career:
Air-conditioning and refrigeration mechanics work in commercial food storage, air-conditioning, transport refrigeration and industrial processing systems, in offices, technical laboratories, workshops or onsite.
Professional recognition and accreditation:
When you graduate, you’ll be eligible for a full refrigerant handling license through the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC).
The UEE32225 – Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
requires the completion of the following 27 core units and 8 elective units.
| Core Units – 27 | |
| UEECD0007 | Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEECD0051 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
| UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
| UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment |
| UEERA0036 | Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems |
| UEERA0059 | Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings |
| UEERA0035 | Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems |
| UEECD0042 | Solve problems in ELV single path circuits |
| UEECD0016 | Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work |
| UEERL0001 | Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply |
| UEERA0050 | Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories |
| UEERA0092 | Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits |
| UEERA0094 | Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations |
| UEERA0081 | Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls |
| UEERA0031 | Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems |
| UEERL0002 | Attach cords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 Va.c. or 1500Vd.c. supply |
| UEECO0010 | Participate in refrigeration and air conditioning work and competency development activities |
| UEERE0001 | Apply environmentally and sustainable energy procedures in the energy sector |
| UEERA0044 | Find and rectify faults in single phase motors and associated controls* |
| UEERA0045 | Find and rectify faults in three phase motors and associated controls* |
| UEERA0051 | Install, commission, service and maintain air conditioning systems* |
| UEERA0052 | Install, commission, service and maintain low temperature systems* |
| UEERA0053 | Install, commission, service and maintain medium temperature systems* |
| UEERA0062 | Recover and charge refrigerants* |
| UEERA0079 | Safely handle refrigerants and lubricants* |
| UEERL0004 | Disconnect – reconnect electrical equipment connected to low voltage (LV) installation wiring* |
| UEERL0005 | Locate and rectify faults in low voltage (LV) electrical equipment using set procedures* |
| Elective Units – 8 | |
| UEEIC0013 | Develop, enter and verify programs for programmable controllers |
| BSBOPS203 | Deliver a service to customers” |
| UEECO0015 | Provide quotations for installation or service jobs |
| UEECO0002 | Maintain documentation |
| UEERA0007 | Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for flammable refrigerants |
| UEERA0048 | Install and commission flammable refrigerant air conditioning and refrigeration systems* |
| UEERA0070 | Resolve problems in central plant air conditioning systems* |
| UEERA0084 | Service and repair self-contained flammable refrigerants air conditioning and refrigeration systems* |