Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

This qualification defines the abilities and knowledge required of a heating system, ventilation, ac and refrigeration (HVAC/R) tradesperson within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated businesses. The eligibility was specifically developed for apprentices in the above trade. The eligibility packaging was developed within a premise that proficiency will be developed through a combination of online and off-the-job learning strategies like the ones delivered through a proper apprenticeship. The qualification may also be done through formal skills recognition assessment processes.The skills connected with this eligibility are intended to use to a wide range HVAC/R work, including building, installing, repairing and maintaining industrial, commercial and domestic air conditioning and plumbing systems and equipment.This eligibility is designed to give a business recognised skills profile associated with trade work as a heating and air conditioning tradesperson. Skills development ought to be undertaken via a Australian Apprenticeship arrangement at which the combination of online and off-the-job training could be given from the Coaching Strategy linked to the Contract of Coaching between the company and apprentice.Assessment of a few units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate's operation in a functioning workplace where there is an acceptable selection of appropriate actions and materials to cover the scope of application of the components. Consult with this Australian Refrigeration Council website for required components of competency to fit the refrigerant handling licence requirements. Licensing and regulatory information is a part of the applicable components of proficiency.