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Overview
This qualification covers competencies to select, install, set up, test, commission, fault find, repair and maintain refrigeration, air conditioning and electrical systems and equipment in buildings and premises. This qualification contributes to the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) Refrigerant Handing Licence.
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 RAC equipment.
RAC 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 Licence:
The achievement of this qualification meets Electrical Regulatory Authority Council (ERAC), or their successor’s, Essential Performance Capabilities for an ‘Unrestricted Electrician’s license’.
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Qualification only:
1–2 years
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | Core |
| Arrange circuits, control and protection for electrical installations | Core |
| Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report | Core |
| Design, install and verify compliance and functionality of general electrical installations | Core |
| Develop and connect electrical control circuits | Core |
| Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector | Core |
| Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems | Core |
| Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work | Core |
| Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems | Core |
| Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems | Core |
| Evaluate and modify low voltage heating equipment and controls | Core |
| Evaluate and modify low voltage lighting circuits, equipment and controls | Core |
| Evaluate and modify low voltage socket outlets circuits | Core |
| Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components | Core |
| Find and rectify faults in single phase motors and associated controls | Core |
| Find and rectify faults in three phase motors and associated controls | Core |
| Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment | Core |
| Identify, shut down and restart systems with alternate supplies | Core |
| Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and procedures | Core |
| Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories | Core |
| Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories | Core |
| Install, commission, service and maintain air conditioning systems | Core |
| Install, commission, service and maintain low temperature systems | Core |
| Install, commission, service and maintain medium temperature systems | Core |
| Isolate, test and troubleshoot low voltage electrical circuits | Core |
| Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan | Core |
| Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel | Core |
| Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings | Core |
| Recover and charge refrigerants | Core |
| Safely handle refrigerants and lubricants | Core |
| Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls | Core |
| Select wiring systems and select cables for low voltage electrical installations | Core |
| Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines | Core |
| Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits | Core |
| Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration and air conditioning circuits | Core |
| Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices | Core |
| Solve problems in multiple path circuits | Core |
| Solve problems in single path circuits | Core |
| Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits | Core |
| Test and connect alternating current (a.c.) rotating machines | Core |
| Test and connect transformers | Core |
| Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications | Core |
| Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations | Core |
| Write specifications for electrotechnology engineering projects | Core |
| Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for ammonia refrigerant | Elective |
| Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for flammable refrigerants | Elective |
| Assemble, enter and verify operating instructions in microprocessor equipped devices | Elective |
| Comply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes | Elective |
| Deliver a service to customers | Elective |
| Develop an electrical integrated system interface for access through a touch screen | Elective |
| Develop and implement energy sector maintenance programs | Elective |
| Develop electrical integrated systems | Elective |
| Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures | Elective |
| Evaluate and report on the indoor air quality of buildings | Elective |
| Evaluate performance of low voltage electrical apparatus | Elective |
| Inspect, test and repair fire and smoke control features of mechanical services systems | Elective |
| Install and commission whole current electricity meters | Elective |
| Install and replace low voltage current transformer metering | Elective |
| Install, commission, service and maintain variable refrigerant flow air conditioning systems | Elective |
| Maintain documentation | Elective |
| Maintain microbial control of refrigeration and air conditioning systems | Elective |
| Operate application software packages | Elective |
| Plan the electrical installation of integrated systems | Elective |
| Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus | Elective |
| Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | Elective |
| Provide quotations for installation or service jobs | Elective |
| Resolve problems in ice making systems | Elective |
| Resolve problems in post-mix refrigeration systems | Elective |
| Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs | Elective |
Training providers delivering Diploma of Electrical and Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
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Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
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