About the course
About the course
If you are a plumber or electrician who wants to up-skill to apply for a refrigerant handling licence then this is the course for you.
Our course in split air-conditioning and heat pump systems will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to apply for the licence issued by the Australian Refrigeration Council. Under the leadership of current industry professionals you will learn how to:
- install and disconnect both split air-conditioning and water heating pump systems
- work with refrigerant tubing and fittings to position, assemble and start up
Course Details
- Intake Dates & Course Length
- Career Outcomes
- Entry Requirements
- Applying
- Pathways & Accreditation
- Fees & Finance Options
- Course Structure
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Last updated:
25 Feb 2021 at 02:00PM AEST
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Intake Dates & Course Length
Enrol throughout the year.
Part time: 5 weeks (this is a blended delivery course which will include a combination of online, remote and face to face delivery 1 day a week plus 3 months to complete a supervised workplace installation)
The time taken to complete this course will vary depending on your input.
For information regarding dates such as enrolment, orientation and study breaks please visit the Academic Calendars page.
This is a blended delivery course which will include a combination of online, remote and face to face delivery. Blended learning can involve a range of online programs and resources including StudentWeb, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex, Skype, specific industry platforms, pre-recorded sessions, assigned reading, tutorials, discussion boards, and online activities. Blended learning also involves face-to-face attendance at classes or practical placements.
Career Outcomes
May lead to employment as an ARC licensed to install, commission and decommission split air conditioning systems up to 18kw.
Entry Requirements
You must have a trade background in electrotechnology or an associated industry. You are required to have a basic understanding of the correct use of hand tools and safety equipment required to conduct installation and testing of air conditioning equipment.
You need to be currently associated with the trade, as a supervisor will be required for you to obtain a trainee refrigerant handling licence for the final assessment in the workplace (install a Split Air Conditioning System).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Applicants will be required to provide evidence of previous study and/or industry experience, skills and knowledge for these units.
- UEENEEE038B - UEENEEE038B - Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
- UEENEEE101A - Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
- UEENEEE102A - Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
- 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
These units are assessed via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
PRE-TRAINING REVIEW
To assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment.
A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.
Pathways & Accreditation
After completion and currently employed with a trade employer you may wish to apply into the UEE32211 - Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning. You'll also be able to apply for Class 2 - Class 1 disconnect/reconnect/fault finding licence and a full refrigerant handling licence.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition
The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 2
Fees & Finance Options
| Full Fee | |
| Tuition Fee | $2,902 |
| Service Fee | $166 |
| Core Skills Support Fee | $83 |
| Material Fee | $288 |
| Retain Course Items | $0 |
| Total Course Estimate | $3,439 |
| Payable Estimate (at commencement) | $3,439 |
Retain Course Items are purchased once by the student prior to commencing. Those items then become the property of the student. Fees listed are at 2021 rates and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. The student tuition fees listed are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.
Course Structure
Delivery of 5 units over 5 consecutive Fridays.
Assessment of remaining 6 units by Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Completion of supervised workplace installation.
- UEENEEJ105A Position, Assemble And Start Up Single Head Split Air Conditioning And Water Heating Heat Pump Systems70.0 hours
This unit covers the assembly, installation and starting up and de-commissioning of single head split air conditioning systems and split water heating heat pump systems up to a maximum of 18kWr refrigeration capacity.
It encompasses working safely and to standards, following routine procedures to install equipment, connecting pipe work, pressure testing, evacuating, perform functional checks and complete installation/regulatory documentation.
Note: The Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Legislation Amendment Bill 2003 may apply to this unit. Prior to planning the delivery of any training and/or assessment activities all legislative and regulatory requirements shall be identified and included.
- UEENEEJ172A Recover, Pressure Test, Evacuate, Charge And Leak Test Refrigerants - Split Systems60.0 hours
This competency standard unit covers the recovery of refrigerant, pressure and leak testing, evacuation and refrigerant charging in split air conditioning and heat pump systems. It encompasses working safely and to standards, following regulations and industry practices for handling refrigerants and completing the necessary documentation.
Note: The Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Legislation Amendment Bill 2003 may apply to this competency standard unit. Prior to planning the delivery of any training and/or assessment activities all legislative and regulatory requirements shall be identified and included.
- UEENEEE038B Participate In Development And Follow A Personal Competency Development Plan20.0 hours
This unit covers the application of skills and knowledge in taking responsibility for one's own competency development. It encompasses understanding the structure of a competency development plan, participating the development of a personal competency development plan, understanding responsibilities and obligation under competency development plan, following activities for developing competency, self-monitoring competency development and meeting trainee obligations for periodic reporting of competency development activities.
- UEENEEJ102A Prepare And Connect Refrigerant Tubing And Fittings30.0 hours
- UEENEEC001B Maintain Documentation20.0 hours
- UEENEEE105A Fix And Secure Electrotechnology Equipment20.0 hours
- UEENEEE107A Use Drawings, Diagrams, Schedules, Standards, Codes And Specifications40.0 hours
- UEENEEE137A Document And Apply Measures To Control Ohs Risks Associated With Electrotechnology Work20.0 hours
- UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health And Safety Regulations, Codes And Practices In The Workplace.20.0 hours
- UEENEEE102A Fabricate, Assemble And Dismantle Utilities Industry Components40.0 hours
- UEENEEK142A Apply Environmentally And Sustainable Procedures In The Energy Sector20.0 hours
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