Air Conditioning Courses For Electricians
98% of our students receive qualifications after successfully completing our comprehensive 2 day course and online theory!
Our air conditioning courses get you qualified in the installation, commissioning and decommissioning of certain types of single head, split air conditioning and heat pump systems up to 18kW.
Our UEE20111 Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump System offers a combination of practical experience and online learning, giving you the knowledge to pursue a career in the air conditioning split systems industry.
Why is Get Skilled is the leading RTOs for air conditioning courses?
- You get your hands on the tools allowing for full experience
- May not have to work for employers usually required for qualification
- Student/Trainer Ratio – 5 Students to 1 Trainer max (usually 4/1)
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Professional Split System Course
Get Skilled Training’s split system air conditioning course is currently being delivered in multiple locations, including most states and capital cities of Australia.
This split air conditioning course satisfies the requirements for workers to apply for a Refrigerant Handling Licence with the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC).
Air Conditioning Courses Australia Wide
We understand that you, like us, have a real job and want your split system course to fit in with your life. Through our training partners, we are able offer air conditioning courses for electricians across Australia.
These locations include:
Course Prerequisites
To take this course, you must be at least one of the following:
- A licensed electrician holding a current Electrical Work Licence
- A qualified plumber or gas fitter interested in Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- A 3rd or 4th electrical apprentice who has successfully completed the units of competency outlined in the first year of an electrotechnology apprenticeship and has at least two years of industry experience
- For non-electrical workers – Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is offered if you have a trade qualification in plumbing / gas fitting
Upcoming Course Locations
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Course Purpose
The UEE20111 – Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems is an air conditioning course for electricians and 3rd and 4th electrical apprentices who wish to learn new skills and formalise their qualifications.
Get Skilled Training is proud to offer recognised, comprehensive air conditioning training in Australia, that complies with current ARC licencing requirements.
Our air conditioning course includes training that can be applied to wall hung, floor and ceiling suspended, cassette and ducted fan coil systems and water heating heat pump systems. The course does not include competencies required for service, repair, maintenance, diagnostic/fault finding and electrical work, or the safe and proper installation of commercial refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump plant and equipment.
Further studies can be undertaken to gain these additional qualifications – please see the Career Pathways section below for more information.
Course Prerequisites
For electricians – Electrical Work Licence
For 3rd and 4th electrical apprentices – Who have Successfully completed the units of competency outlined in the first year of an electrotechnology apprenticeship and have at least two years of industry experience.
For non-electrical workers – Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is offered if you have a trade qualification in one of the following trades:
– Plumbing
– Gas fitting
Note: For students wishing to undertake installation and decommissioning of split systems in New South Wales, there is additional state-specific legislation that requires any air conditioning work to be completed by a Refrigeration or Air Conditioning tradesperson or under the supervision of a qualified supervisor in this specialised trade.
Before signing up to this split system course, we recommend you contact NSW Fair Trading on 13 32 20 to discuss your specific situation and eligibility.
Course Dates
Get Skilled Training also provides the air conditioning courses in various locations across Australia. We have approved training venues at Toowoomba, Mackay, Cairns, Bunderberg, Yeppoon, and capital cities around Australia.
To see all current locations and upcoming dates, please see our map.
Course Cost
The cost of our UEE20111 – Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems course varies by location. Please select a course location on our map at the bottom of this page, or call us directly on 1300 856 832 for more information.
Course Duration / Delivery
The course duration will be determined during a pre-assessment process. The split system course involves 2 days* of practical tasks and assessments, based on experience and the individual training needs of each student. This face to face training is completed with an online theory component. Students may also be required undertake workplace learning in industry to fulfil their training requirements before undertaking assessment. Students will be given 12 months to complete this qualification from the date of enrolment.
This course covers all the required knowledge and skill involved in preparing and connecting refrigerant tubing and fittings, recovering, pressure testing, evacuating, charging and leak testing refrigerants in split systems. In addition, it also covers positioning, assembling and starting up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems.
Simulated Workplace Environment – You will conduct on hands training at one of our approved training venues around Australia. This off-job training provides you valuable experience and knowledge to successfully install and decommission air conditioning split systems. You will also apply environmentally-friendly and sustainable procedures during their course.
Online Theory Component – Alongside the practical components of this course, you will need to complete online theory, demonstrating their understanding of course units. This online component can be completed at your own pace, and includes videos created by our trainers to assist with your knowledge and understanding in installing and decommissioning split system air conditioners.
Workplace based training for learners under the supervision of an ARC licensed supervisor – Students who identify during the pre-assessment process of having little to no experience, knowledge or developed skills with the installation, commissioning and decommissioning will be required to nominate an ARC licenced supervisor to undertake workplace based training. A profiling report must be completed by the supervisor and learner to ensure required skills can be developed in the workplace over time.
*The number of days of face to face practical training and assessment is determined for each individual learner based on a pre-screening assessment and how each person meets the pre-requisite
Units Of Competency
| Unit | Name |
|---|---|
| UEENEEE038B | Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan |
| UEENEEJ102A | Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings |
| UEENEEJ105A | Position, assemble and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems |
| UEENEEJ172A | Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants – split systems |
| UEENEEK142A | Apply environmentally sustainable procedures in the energy sector |
| Non-electrical workers who require prerequisites for this course, will also have to satisfy the below units of competency through recognition of prior learning: | |
| 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 |
| The compulsory elective unit includes: | |
| UEENEEC001B | Maintain documentation |
Course Outcome
Successful completing one of our air condition courses will satisfy the requirements of the ARC, allowing you to apply for a restricted Refrigerant Handling License. The Refrigerant Handling License is known as the Restricted Split System Air Conditioning Installation and Decommission License.Career Pathway
If you successfully complete the UEE2011 – Certificate II Split Air Condition and Heat Pumps Systems, you make undertake further studies to again additional qualifications. These include a Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211) or other qualifications listed in the UEE11 Training package.Get Skilled With Our Air Conditioning Courses Online Today!
Get trained and qualified with our air conditioning installation courses around Australia.
Contact Get Skilled Training today on 1300 856 832 or by filling out our online contact form, and to get your air conditioning licence for the installation and decommissioning of split air conditioning systems today!
To view our upcoming split system installation course dates, visit our location pages: Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin.