National Trades Institute, Brisbane, Australia

Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning

Course Code: UEE31307
Course Outcomes:
The Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Refrigeration/Air Conditioning) provides training for apprentice refrigeration mechanics. Competencies enable students to select components, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to food storage and preservation, air conditioning and air distribution equipment in buildings and premises and other specialist areas. It includes regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants.

Units of Competency

Core Units
UEENEEE001BApply OHS practices in the workplace
UEENEEE002BDismantle, assemble and fabricate electrotechnology components
UEENEEE005BFix and secure equipment
UEENEEE003BSolve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits
UEENEEE007BUse drawings, diagrams, schedules and manuals
UEENEEE036BDocument occupational hazards and risks in refrigeration and air conditioning
UEENEEJ002BPrepare refrigeration tubing and fittings
UEENEEJ003BDetermine the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems
UEENEEJ008BRecover, pressure and leak test, evacuate and charge refrigerants
UEENEEP002BAttach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 250 Volt supply
UEENEEP003BAttach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 Va.c. or 1500 Vd.c. supply
UEENEEPOO1BDisconnect/reconnect fixed wired electrical equipment connected to a low voltage supply
UEENEEJ004BDetermine the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems
UEENEEJ006BInstall pipe work for refrigeration and air conditioning systems
UEENEEJ010BSelect refrigeration pipe/tube, accessories and associated controls
UEENEEJ007BInstall refrigeration and air conditioning systems, major components and associated equipment
UEENEEP007BLocate and rectify faults in electrical low voltage equipment following prescribed procedures
UEENEEJ053BFind and rectify faults in appliance motors and associated controls
UEENEEJ070BDiagnose and rectify faults in refrigeration and air conditioning control systems
UEENEEJ011BDiagnose and rectify faults in refrigeration and air conditioning systems and components
UEENEEJ013BCommission refrigeration and air conditioning systems
UEENEEC025BParticipate in refrigeration and air conditioning work and competency development activities
UEENEEJ009BVerify compliance and functionality of refrigeration and air conditioning installations
Stream Core (at least 2)
UEENEEC001BMaintain documentation
UEENEEC002BSource and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
UEENEEC003BProvide quotations for installation or service jobs
UEENEEC010BDeliver a service to customers
UEENEED001BUse basic computer applications relevant to a workplace
UEENEEE009BComply with scheduled and preventative maintenance program processes
UEENEEE020BProvide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
UEENEEK042AParticipate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Schedule 3 Electives (at least 3 points)
2 points
UEENEEJ014BSolve problems in hydronic systems
UEENEEJ015BSolve problems in beverage dispensers
UEENEEJ016BSolve problems in transport refrigeration systems
UEENEEJ018BSolve problems in post mix refrigeration systems
UEENEEJ020BSolve problems in industrial refrigeration systems
1 point
UEENEEJ019BSolve problems in ice making systems
UEENEEJ066BSolve problems in diary refrigeration systems
UEENEEJ067BSolve problems in central air conditioning systems
UEENEEJ068BMaintain microbial control of air and water systems
UEENEEJ071BSolve problems in refrigerated beverage vending cabinets

Candidates are advised to contact the relevant state licensing organisation, prior to enrolling in the course, to ensure they can become licensed upon successful completion of the course.