Type of institution: TAFE Institute Level: Pre-degree CRICOS: 00591E
This qualification is part of the Electrotechnology Training Package. It covers the installation, commissioning and de-commissioning of single head, split air conditioning systems to a prescribed routine where the maximum plant capacity for each system does not exceed 18 kWr. This includes wall hung, floor and ceiling suspended, cassette and ducted fan coil split systems. This qualification excludes competencies required for service, repair, maintenance, diagnostic/fault finding and electrical work or the safe and proper installation of commercial refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment.
Structure
9 core
plus at least 1 stream core
plus electives
Subjects
Position, assemble and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems
Receive and store materials and equipment for electrotechnology work
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Maintain documentation
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
Deliver a service to customers
Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings
Perform CPR
Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
Work safely in the construction industry
Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants - split systems
Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems