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Overview

This course is suited to people who are already qualified to or are currently working in the automotive industry, who are looking to apply for their Refrigerant Handling License (RHL)/AAC02 - Automotive Air Conditioning License.

This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge to service, diagnose and repair air conditioning systems including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) in a range of different vehicles.

A TL000 - Trainee Automotive Air Conditioning License is required for a person who is handling refrigerant while undertaking this training. Apply at: https://www.arctick.org/refrigerant-handling-licence/trainee-licences/.

Note:
A Refrigerant Handling License (RHL) must be held by any person who carries out work in relation to refrigerant air conditioning equipment. Carrying out work in relation to refrigerant air conditioning equipment means to do anything with a fluorocarbon refrigerant, or a component of refrigerant air conditioning equipment, that carries the risk of refrigerant being emitted, including decanting the refrigerant or manufacturing, installing, commissioning, servicing, or maintaining refrigerant air conditioning equipment or decommissioning refrigerant air conditioning equipment.

Qualification:

 Statement of Attainment - Automotive Air Conditioning

Course No:

 SA-TS104

Campus:

 CIT Fyshwick 

Duration:

 Training will be undertaken over 3 full days, 3 to 4 hours of online pre learning must be undertaken prior to the full day sessions

Cost Info:

Further information about fees is available at Course fees and assistance

Likely Job Outcome:

 Refrigerant Handling License (RHL)
AAC02 - Automotive Air Conditioning License

Application Type:

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Additional Information

You will need to wear the appropriate personal protective clothing when in the CIT Automotive Workshops. These include:
- Overalls
- Long pants - cotton drill/ jeans
- Leather safety boots
- Safety glasses

Skills Recognition

Entry Requirements

This skill set is for individuals with existing automotive technology skills and knowledge, who work in automotive mechanical or electrical technical contexts, and would like to apply for an Refrigerant Handling License (RHL)/AAC02 - Automotive Air Conditioning License

To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Literacy Skills Information

We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 3 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your course of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this course. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level course. Please visit Foundation Skills.

Transition Information

Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.

Subject Cancellations/Changes

To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.


Subject Information

Complete 2 subjects

Complete all 2

  • AURETU103   Service air conditioning and HVAC systems
    • CIT Code: AUTM697
      Cost: Standard $55.00
      Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to service air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery. It involves preparing for the task, carrying out performance testing and correct servicing procedures, performing post-service testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those who work in the automotive service and repair industry. Automotive air conditioners, in addition to HVAC systems, include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles or mobile plant machinery. It does not involve removing, replacing or topping up of refrigerant. The systems used vary depending on the work context.Licensing requirements apply to this unit. Users are advised to check with relevant regulatory authority. An Australian Refrigeration Council accredited (ARCtick) Refrigerant Handling licence is required for those carrying out this work.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • AURETU104   Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components
    • CIT Code: AUTM698
      Cost: Standard $75.00
      Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery for passenger convenience and comfort. The systems used vary based on the work context. It involves preparing for the task, sourcing a diagnostic testing strategy, diagnosing the cause of the fault, carrying out the repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those who work in an automotive service and repair industry. Automotive air conditioners, in addition to HVAC systems, include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles or mobile plant machinery.Licensing requirements apply to this unit. Users are advised to check with relevant regulatory authority. An Australian Refrigeration Council accredited (ARCtick) Refrigerant Handling licence is required for those carrying out this work.
      Prerequisites: Nil

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More Information

For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au