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Key details
Duration
This course can typically be completed within 4 years.
* The actual duration may vary depending on where and how you study, the units you choose, and the time needed to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge.
Intake
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Entry requirements
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Overview
Availability:Applications for 2027 are now open.
Online Application: Applications for this course can be submitted online.
Apprenticeships/Traineeships: This course is available as an apprenticeship. See the TAFE Apprenticeships and Traineeships page for details.
This qualification covers competencies to select components, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to food storage and preservation, and air conditioning and air distribution equipment in buildings and premises. It includes regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants.
Competency development activities in this qualification are subject to regulations directly related to licencing. A relevant contract of training through an apprenticeship or relevant employment may be required to enable the application of the required knowledge and skills to on the job work activities and environments.
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 refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 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 Occupation Licence:
The achievement of this qualification with the core restricted electrical units meet the electrical regulatory requirements for related restricted electrical work in most state/territories. This is required to work on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.).
| Delivery Details | |
| Location | Casuarina |
| Duration | 4 years * Course duration may vary depending on the time required to achieve the required competencies. |
| Study Mode | Face-to-face Workplace * Information about study modes are available in the 2027 TAFE Student Guide. |
| Start Date | January 11, 2027 - December 10, 2027 * Apprentices will receive an individual call-up notification letter. |
| Attendance | Block delivery Stage 1 - 4 x 2 week blocks Stage 2 - 3 x 2 week blocks + 1 x 1 week block Stage 3 - 3 x 2 week blocks + 1 x 1 week block Stage 4 - 1 x 1 week block (Capstone) Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:20pm |
Career opportunities
After completing this course, you may be able to work in roles such as:
- Air conditioning technician
- Refrigeration mechanic
- Air conditioning and mechanical services technician
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) recognises skills and knowledge gained through previous study, work experience, volunteering, or life experience. If your existing skills and knowledge meet the requirements of a unit of competency, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your qualification. If you would like to apply for RPL, please indicate this when completing your enrolment form. For more information, please contact CDU TAFE Student Services on 08 8946 7111, or email TAFE@cdu.edu.au.
Credit Transfer
If you have completed the same, or an equivalent, unit through another Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO), you may be eligible for a credit transfer. To apply, submit a completed Application for Credit Transfer Form and supporting documentation. Applications are encouraged at the time of enrolment. There is no fee for credit transfer applications.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to further study, including UEE40920 Certificate IV in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems.
Fees
2027 Fees
| Fee Type | 2027 Course Fees |
| NT Government supported* | $4,700.50 |
| Full Fee | $17,504.90 |
Eligible domestic students who are NT residents may be able to study this course with Northern Territory Government support. Places are limited, so apply early.
Read the eligibility requirements to check if you-re eligible.
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.
For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.
Fee exemptions
Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.
At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
- Hold a current Centrelink Concession or Healthcare card
- Hold a Veteran's Healthcare card
- Enrolled Secondary Students
- Hold a permanent resident visa with Refugee or Humanitarian status
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.
If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG's Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.
International VET Package
Course information flyer(s)
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Start your career or upskill in a variety of areas from construction and electrotechnology to plumbing and metal trades. Wherever your interest lies, you'll learn from experts with industry-standard technologies and tools so you can graduate workplace ready.
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- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
Why study trades at CDU?
Whether you're an apprentice, a trainee, or already working in the industry, our trades courses are for you.
Start your career or upskill in a variety of areas from construction and electrotechnology to plumbing and metal trades. Wherever your interest lies, you'll learn from experts with industry-standard technologies and tools so you can graduate workplace ready.
- NT's largest training provider
- Access to specialised trade training facilities
- Recognition of prior learning so you can qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
What will I study?
To achieve UEE32225 Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, a total of 1210 weighting points must be completed comprising 1070 core and 140 general elective weighting points as detailed in the TGA packaging rules and listed below.The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 1190.
Course structure
To achieve UEE32225 Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, a total of 1210 weighting points must be completed comprising 1070 core and 140 general elective weighting points as detailed in the TGA packaging rules and listed below.
The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 1190.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Weighting Points | Hours |
| Core units of competency | |||
| UEECD0007 | Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace | 20 | 20 |
| UEECD0016 | Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work* | 20 | 20 |
| UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components* | 40 | 40 |
| UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment* | 20 | 20 |
| UEECD0042 | Solve problems in ELV single path circuits* | 40 | 40 |
| UEECD0051 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications* | 40 | 40 |
| UEECO0010 | Participate in refrigeration and air conditioning work and competency development activities | 60 | 20 |
| UEERA0031 | Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems* | 60 | 80 |
| UEERA0035 | Establish the basic operating conditions and refrigeration control systems* | 20 | 20 |
| UEERA0036 | Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems* | 60 | 60 |
| UEERA0044 | Find and rectify faults in single phase motors and associated controls* | 40 | 40 |
| UEERA0045 | Find and rectify faults in three phase motors and associated controls* | 30 | 30 |
| UEERA0050 | Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories* | 60 | 60 |
| UEERA0099 | Install, commission, service and maintain air conditioning systems* | 80 | 80 |
| UEERA0052 | Install, commission, service and maintain low temperature systems* | 40 | 40 |
| UEERA0053 | Install, commission, service and maintain medium temperature systems* | 60 | 40 |
| UEERA0059 | Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings* | 40 | 40 |
| UEERA0062 | Recover and charge refrigerants* | 40 | 40 |
| UEERA0079 | Safely handle refrigerants and lubricants* | 40 | 40 |
| UEERA0081 | Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls* | 40 | 60 |
| UEERA0092 | Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration and air conditioning circuits* | 40 | 60 |
| UEERA0094 | Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations* | 40 | 40 |
| UEERE0001 | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector | 20 | 20 |
| UEERL0001 | Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply* | 20 | 20 |
| UEERL0002 | Attach cords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 V a.c. or 1500 V d.c.* | 20 | 20 |
| UEERL0004 | Disconnect - reconnect electrical equipment connected to low voltage (LV) installing wiring* | 60 | 60 |
| UEERL0005 | Locate and rectify faults in low voltage (LV) electrical equipment using set procedures* | 20 | 20 |
| Total weighting points and nominal hours for core units | 1070 | 1070 | |
| Elective units of competency (Complete ALL units) | |||
| Group A | |||
| HLTAID009 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | 10 | 4 |
| UETDRMP007 | Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel | 20 | 6 |
| Group B | |||
| UEEIC0013 | Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers | 60 | 60 |
| UEERA0005 | Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for ammonia refrigerant | 10 | 10 |
| UEERA0006 | Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for carbon dioxide refrigerant | 10 | 10 |
| UEERA0007 | Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for flammable refrigerants | 10 | 10 |
| UEERA0084 | Service and repair self-contained flammable refrigerants air conditioning and refrigeration systems* | 20 | 20 |
| Total weighting points and nominal hours for elective units | 140 | 120 | |
| Total weighting points and nominal hours for the qualification | 1210 | 1190 | |
*Unit contains pre-requisite unit requirements, please refer to the flyer for specifics.
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To ensure you have the skills and support needed to study this course, all applicants are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation.
To gain entry into UEE32225 Certificate III in Airconditioning and Refrigeration, candidates are required to:
- To be an apprentice who has entered a training contract with their employer and Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT
- Hold an NT Apprentice Training Licence (Red Card)
Required Resources
Students are issued with unit workbooks and task sheets for the unit undertaken.
Students are required to obtain the appropriate and current textbooks and Australian Standards, listed below:
- Australian Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
- Edition 05 Volume 1 ISBN 9 780949 436900
- Edition 05 Volume 2 ISBN 9 780949 436085
All of my lecturers were top notch former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. Whatever my issue was, they were always there for me. It was great.
Yron
CDU student
All of my lecturers were top notch former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. Whatever my issue was, they were always there for me. It was great.
Yron
CDU student
Course details
Accreditation
This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package.
Location and study mode
Locations: Casuarina
Study Mode: On campus, workplace assessment
Note:
Delivery at individuals locations is subject to demand. Additional locations and/or study modes may become available pending sufficient demand.
Additional information
Contact details
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Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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