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Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

MEM31322
Trades & constructionCertificate IIINationally recognised
Level 3AQF level
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
4Training providers
Dec 2022Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (MEM31322, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate III; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic
Industries
Airconditioning and RefrigerationElectrotechnologyElectricity DistributionElectricity Generation OperationsOil and Gas DrillingMechanical Engineering
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for MEM31322 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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MEM05001Perform manual soldering/desoldering - electrical/electronic components
MEM05003Perform soft soldering
MEM05005Carry out mechanical cutting
MEM05006Perform brazing and/or silver soldering
MEM05012Perform routine manual metal arc welding
MEM05050Perform routine gas metal arc welding
MEM07001Perform operational maintenance of machines/equipment
MEM07032Use workshop machines for basic operations
MEM09002Interpret technical drawing
MEM09011Apply basic engineering design concepts
MEM10002Terminate and connect electrical wiring
MEM10003Install and test electrical wiring and circuits up to 1000 volts a.c. and 1500 volts d.c.
MEM10004Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters
MEM10005Commission programmable controller programs
MEM10009Install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment
MEM10010Install pipework and pipework assemblies
MEM10011Terminate and connect specialist cables
MEM10013Install split air conditioning systems and associated pipework
MEM11009Handle/move bulk fluids/gases
MEM11010Operate mobile load shifting equipment
MEM11011Undertake manual handling
MEM11016Order materials
MEM11022Operate fixed/moveable load shifting equipment
MEM12002Perform electrical/electronic measurement
MEM12004Perform precision electrical/electronic measurement
MEM12023Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024Perform computations
MEM13001Perform emergency first aid
MEM13003Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
MEM13007Maintain water treatment systems for cooling towers
MEM13015Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM13019Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace
MEM14006Plan work activities
MEM15004Perform inspection
MEM16004Perform internal/external customer service
MEM16005Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities
MEM16006Organise and communicate information
MEM16008Interact with computing technology
MEM17003Assist in the provision of on-the-job training
MEM18001Use hand tools
MEM18002Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM18003Use tools for precision work
MEM18006Perform precision fitting of engineering components
MEM18009Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components
MEM18011Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
MEM18045Fault find and repair electrical equipment/components up to 250 volts single phase supply
MEM18046Fault find and repair electrical equipment/components up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.
MEM18048Fault find and repair/rectify basic electrical circuits
MEM18049Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c.
MEM18051Fault find and repair/rectify complex electrical circuits
MEM18055Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
MEM18083Handle fluorocarbon refrigerants according to regulations
MEM18084Commission and decommission split air conditioning systems
MEM18085Install, service and repair domestic air conditioning and refrigeration appliances
MEM18086Test, recover, evacuate and charge refrigeration systems
MEM18087Service and repair domestic and light commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment
MEM18088Maintain and repair commercial air conditioning systems and components
MEM18089Maintain and repair central air handling systems
MEM18090Maintain and repair industrial refrigeration systems and components
MEM18091Maintain and repair multistage, cascade and/or ultra-cold industrial refrigeration systems
MEM18094Service and repair commercial refrigeration
MEM18095Maintain and repair cooling towers/evaporative condensers and associated equipment
MEM18096Maintain, repair/replace and adjust refrigerant flow controls and associated equipment
MSMENV272Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the MEM31322 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

4 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

Australian Skills Group Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2012→
Axial International CollegeBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
Outsource Institute (AUS)Based in QLD · Registered since 2007→
South Metropolitan TAFEBased in WA · Registered since 2016→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.