UEE32220
Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration

Do you have your Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems, and would like to upskill to become dual trade qualified within the air conditioning and refrigeration industry? Enrol in the UEE32220 – Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Brisbane course. Get the skills and qualifications needed to apply for a refrigeration handling licence.

Get qualified with Get Skilled Training by completing our Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration. Learn how to select, install, test, commission, fault find and repair refrigeration systems and air conditioning systems.

This course satisfies the requirements for workers applying for a (RAC01) Refrigerant Handling Licence with the Australian Refrigeration Council and the Mechanical Services – Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration – occupational licence with the QBCC.

Enrol today, call us on 1300 856 832 to get started or register for an upcoming information night.

Who Can Enrol in the UEE32220 - Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Brisbane Course?

This course is being offered to qualified electricians who have previously completed a Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems.

Plumbing professionals may be eligible to complete this qualification if they have previously completed the Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems qualification as well as a Restricted Electrical Licence course.

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UEE32220 - Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Course Outcomes and Qualifications

On successful course completion you will be issued with the qualification UEE32220 – Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. This is an approved qualification which will enable you to apply for a refrigeration handling licence –  RAC01 – Refrigerant Handling Licence with the Australian Refrigeration Council. Students who do not complete the course in full will be issued with a statement of attainment for the competencies achieved.

Students completing this course will also be eligible for a Mechanical Services – Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration – occupational licence with the QBCC and also meet the technical qualifications and experience for Mechanical Services – Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration (Limited Design) licence.

Brisbane Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Course

Get Skilled Training has monthly intakes for this qualification.

For alternative dates,
Please contact the Admin Team on 1300 856 832

Course Location

Yeronga, Brisbane

RPL Pathway (Assessment Only) Course Cost

From $8,950 (GST Free)

Electrical Workers Course Cost

From $12,795 (GST Free)

Please note the cost of our course will be determined during your pre-assessment and RPL assessment by our training team.

Course Details

Online Theory

On-Job Workplace Training

Face to Face Training and Assessment

Benefits of Getting Qualified with Get Skilled Training

Flexible Refrigeration Courses

Complete your course at your own pace.

Qualified Trainers

Learn from certified trainers with 30+ years industry experience.

Face to Face Training

Receive personalised and practical training in a simulated workplace environment.

Earning Potential

Increase your earning potential and employment prospects by learning how to install, commission, fault find, and repair refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

Access to industry experts, software and suppliers

At Get Skilled Training, we have a network of industry experts, supported by software programs and suppliers which will assist through the learning process and even after you've completed your qualification.

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Course Information

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Course Purpose

This Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Brisbane course is a high level, skilled course for current Certificate II holders who wish to expand their services and skills to satisfy a more comprehensive, higher-level qualification. 

At Get Skilled Training, we are proud to offer recognised, comprehensive air conditioning training in Australia which complies with the current ARC licencing requirements.

Our air conditioning and refrigeration course includes training to handle refrigerants for any work within the commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning industry, other than the automotive industry.

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Course Prerequisites

To take this course, you must be at least one of the following:

Course Duration

The full duration of this course ranges from 12 to 24 months. However, each student’s course period will be determined during their pre-assessment and RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) status through:

  • An RPL conversation
  • A face to face interview and skills assessment
  • Any additional requirements determined by a trainer during the face to face interview

This course has an online theory component as well as practical training and several assessments. The online theory will need to be completed to demonstrate the student’s understanding of the content involved in each unit. This component can be completed at your own pace, and includes videos created by our trainers to assist you with developing your knowledge and understanding in installing, decommissioning, fault-finding, and repairing of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. 

Brisbane Course Cost

The course cost will be determined on a case by case basis for each student depending on their current experience, qualifications, and ability to demonstrate practical knowledge. Based on your experience and individual training needs the cost of this course starts from $8,950 which may increase with additional face to face training and assessment for electrical gap training and the duration of your training program.

Please note the cost of our course will be determined during your pre-assessment and RPL assessment by our training team.

Units Of Competency

Units Of Competency

UNIT CODEUNIT NAME
Units of competency from cert II in split systems
UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEECD0020Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
UEECD0019Fabricate assemble and dismantle utilities industries components
UEECD0042Solve problems in ELV single path circuits
UEECD0051Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
UEERA0059Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings
UEECD0016Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
UEERE0001Apply enrironmentally and sustaintable procedures in the energy sector
UEECO0002Maintain documentation
CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Electrical Gap Training and RPL
UEERL0001Attach chords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply
UEERL0002Attach chords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 V a.c or 1500 V d.c
UEERL0004Disconnect - reconnect electrical equipment connected to low voltage (LV) installation wiring
UEERL0005Locate and rectify faults in low voltage (LV) electrical equipment using set procedures
UEERA0092Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration and air conditioning circuits
UEERA0044Find and rectify faults in single phase motors and associated controls
UEERA0045 Find and rectify faults in three phase motors and associated controls
Stage 1A - Basic operating conditions
UEECO0010Participate in refrigeration and air conditioning work and competency development activities
UEERA0036Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems
Stage 1B - Handling refrigerants and lubricants
UEERA0079Safely handle refrigerants and lubricants
UEERA0062Recover and charge refrigerants
Stage 1C - Air Conditiioning
UEERA0035Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems
UEERA0051Install, commission, service and maintain air conditioning systems
Stage 2A - Pipe Selection
UEERA0081Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls
UEERA0050Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories
Stage 2B - Medium Temp Systems
UEERA0053Install, commission, service and maintain medium temperature systems
Stage 2C - Low Temp Systems
UEERA0052Install, commission, service and maintain low temperature systems
Stage 3A - Hydrocarbons and CO2 Systems
UEERA0006Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for carbon dioxide refrigerant
UEERA0007Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for flammable refrigerants
UEERA0084Service and repair self-contained flammable refrigerants air conditioning and refrigeration systems
Stage 3B - Beverage Dispensers and Ice Making Systems
UEERA0069Resolve problems in beverage dispensers
UEERA0073Resolve problems in ice making systems
Stage 4A - Fault Finding Controls
UEERA0031Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems
Stage 4B - Capstone
HLTAID001CPR/LVR Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
UEERA0094Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations
UETTDRMP007Perform rescue from a live LV panel

For more information about what these course units involve, call Get Skilled on 1300 856 832.

Course Outcome & Career Pathways

Course Outcome

Successful completion of this refrigeration and air conditioning course will satisfy the requirements of the unrestricted refrigeration and air conditioning licence with the ARC (RAC01 – Refrigerant Handling Licence).

The refrigeration handling licence will allow you to install, decommission, fault find, and repair commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems as a fully qualified refrigeration mechanic. 

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Free Skills Assessment

Complete this free skills assessment to determine your suitability for this course and a member of our team will contact you in regards to your eligibility for this course.

    Do you have your unrestricted electrical licence?*

    Have you completed your Certificate II in Split Systems and Heat Pumps?*

    How many years experience do you have working with Refrigeration and air conditioning systems?*

    Are you currently working in Australia?*

    Begin Your Refrigeration Course in Brisbane Today!

    Get trained and qualified with our Brisbane refrigeration and air conditioning courses.

    Contact us today by calling 1300 856 832 or by filling out our online contact form, and take the first step to becoming licensed refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic.

    Start the course now and pay later!

    Start the course now and pay later!