AUR20220

Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

Gain your refrigerant handling licence. This course is for existing automotive tradespeople who want to further their career.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast Wide Bay Burnett North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 11 Nov 2025 Duration: 3 days View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Full Fee

$1,800 - $2,080

Course overview

Further your automotive career by gaining your automotive refrigerant handling licence. This qualification will enable you to work with automotive air conditioning systems safely and is a requirement for your refrigerant handling licence.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for qualified mechanics (including automotive air conditioning mechanics) grew strongly over the past five years with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. Job openings are expected to remain steady in the near future with around 23,000 job opening expected over the next five years.

In this course you will learn to fit, install, service, repair and test automotive air conditioning systems safely. This course teaches you to comply with laws and regulations regarding ozone protection and synthetic gas.

Upon successful completion, you will be able to apply for your Automotive Refrigerant Handling Licence from the Australian Refrigerant Council. This will allow you to work on air conditioning equipment in light, heavy and commercial vehicles, and in automotive plant and equipment.

What can I do?

Automotive Air Conditioning Serviceperson

Course outcome:

AUR20220 Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

Recognition of experience

Skills and knowledge you have already gained working in the automotive industry can be recognised through TAFE Queensland's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. You can use RPL to have your existing skills taken into account and earn your qualification sooner.

Industry partnerships

TAFE Queensland has developed many strong relationships with the major players across the automotive industry. We have partnered with companies such as Toyota, Nissan, Komatsu, and Jeep Chrysler to deliver industry-current, tailored training programs. Employees trained by TAFE Queensland are highly-skilled and highly-valued.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.

Please note that as some of the units below must be completed via Credit Transfer or RPL, extra fees may be applicable.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AURETU104

Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components

UNIT CODE :
AURETU104

Unit 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.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components

UNIT CODE
AURETU103

Service air conditioning and HVAC systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETU103

Unit 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.
UNIT NAME
Service air conditioning and HVAC systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTA118

Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA118

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and carry out a diagnostic testing strategy on vehicles, vessels or machinery.
UNIT NAME
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies

UNIT CODE
AURASA102

Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURASA102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR112

Test and repair basic electrical circuits

UNIT CODE :
AURETR112

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and repair basic electrical circuits in vehicle and machinery electrical systems.
UNIT NAME
Test and repair basic electrical circuits
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURAEA002

Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAEA002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to follow environmental and sustainability best practices, including complying with established workplace procedures and environmental regulations as well as following sustainability practices that may reduce the environmental impact of work practices and outputs. It applies to those working in the automotive industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AURTTA009

Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA009

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to prepare and clean mechanical components. It involves preparing for the task, cleaning and tagging equipment for repair or storage, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The pre-repair operations include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery or motorcycles. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTA104

Carry out servicing operations

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA104

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out servicing operations.
UNIT NAME
Carry out servicing operations
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTA105

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA105

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives in the automotive vehicle industry.
UNIT NAME
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETU102

Recover vehicle refrigerants

UNIT CODE :
AURETU102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recover vehicle air conditioner refrigerants in designated recovery cylinders for disposal according to safety and environmental procedures while observing critical precautions, given that refrigerant may be flammable.
UNIT NAME
Recover vehicle refrigerants

UNIT CODE
AURTTB101

Inspect and service braking systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTB101

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service braking systems according to manufacturer specifications.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service braking systems
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTC001

Inspect and service cooling systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTC001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service air and liquid cooling systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, reporting the inspection findings, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The cooling systems include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, marine vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycle or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service cooling systems
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTQ001

Inspect and service final drive assemblies

UNIT CODE :
AURTTQ001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service final drive assemblies. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the assembly, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the assembly, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The final drive assemblies include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service final drive assemblies
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTX102

Inspect and service manual transmissions

UNIT CODE :
AURTTX102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service manual transmissions.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service manual transmissions
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURVTA001

Prepare vehicles for customer use

UNIT CODE :
AURVTA001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to clean and detail vehicles and components before customer delivery. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using cleaning products, materials, and cleaning tools and equipment, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
UNIT NAME
Prepare vehicles for customer use
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTK102

Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURTTK102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, use, maintain and store tools and equipment in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTF102

Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTF102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTC103

Diagnose and repair cooling systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTC103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the cooling systems of vehicles. The systems used vary based on the work context.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair cooling systems
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURTTE104

Inspect and service engines

UNIT CODE :
AURTTE104

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service engines.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service engines
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR143

Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR143

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair electronic body management systems.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR130

Diagnose and repair starting systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR130

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair starting systems. The systems used vary based on the work context.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair starting systems
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURACA101

Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURACA101

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify customer needs and enquiries and provide effective information and advice when supplying automotive products and services.
UNIT NAME
Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURAFA001

Use numbers in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAFA001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to make basic mathematical measurements and calculations relating to vehicle inspection, service and repairs. It includes undertaking calculations to inform parts and labour quotations and the completion of other automotive workplace documentation. It applies to those required to apply entry-level proficiency in numerically orientated problem-solving skills. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Use numbers in an automotive workplace
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURAFA002

Read and respond to automotive workplace information

UNIT CODE :
AURAFA002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to read automotive workplace documentation in order to perform routine inspection, service and repair tasks. It involves reading texts and manuals, and identifying and applying key information. It applies to those working in an automotive workplace required to apply entry-level proficiency in reading inspection, service and repair texts and related manuals. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Read and respond to automotive workplace information
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURAFA103

Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAFA103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate in an automotive workplace. It involves communicating effectively by conveying and receiving information using verbal and non-verbal techniques and correct automotive technical terminology.
UNIT NAME
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR116

Read and apply vehicle wiring schematics and drawings

UNIT CODE :
AURETR116

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to read and apply technical information in the wiring schematics and drawings of vehicles, vessels and machinery when testing and fault-finding electrical wiring systems. It involves preparing for the task, reading and interpreting the schematics and drawings, and completing work processes.
UNIT NAME
Read and apply vehicle wiring schematics and drawings
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR123

Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR123

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the spark ignition engine management systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR125

Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles

UNIT CODE :
AURETR125

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test, charge, replace, retest and secure a range of automotive batteries, including vehicle or machinery jump-starting procedures.
UNIT NAME
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR011

Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components

UNIT CODE :
AURETR011

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to install and test basic ancillary electrical systems and components in vehicles or machinery. It involves preparing for the task, installing and testing the operation of the systems and components, and completing workplace processes and documentation. These electrical systems and components will not require programming following installation as they do not communicate with the vehicle or machinery controller area network data bus (CAN-bus or LIN-bus) topography. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. Basic ancillary electrical systems and components include those being installed in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, marine vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR007

Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETR007

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to apply knowledge of electrical principles during the testing and repair of basic electrical circuits in vehicles, vessels and machinery. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical circuits and wiring systems include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETK002

Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURETK002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select, use and maintain electrical test equipment used in an automotive workplace for the purpose of identifying, diagnosing and rectifying electrical and electronic faults in vehicles or machinery. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical systems and components include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

UNIT CODE
AURETR006

Solder electrical wiring and circuits

UNIT CODE :
AURETR006

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to solder electrical components, electrical circuits and system wiring. It involves preparing for the task, preparing components, circuits and wiring for soldering, carrying out soldering, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical wiring and circuits include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Solder electrical wiring and circuits
(Credit Transfer or RPL)

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ipswich	On Campus	11 Nov 2025	3 days	Part time 8am - 4.30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday	Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Ipswich On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 11 Nov 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 8am - 4.30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ashmore	On campus with some online	Anytime	1 week	Full time	Full fee: $1,800 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Ashmore On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. Anytime The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 week The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,800 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Kingaroy	On Campus	11 Nov 2025	3 days	Part time 8am - 4.30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday	Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Kingaroy On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 11 Nov 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 8am - 4.30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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Mount Isa	On campus with some online	24 Nov 2025	up to 1 week	Full time	Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Mount Isa On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 24 Nov 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 1 week The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Cairns	On campus with some online	08 Dec 2025	up to 1 week	Full time	Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Cairns On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 08 Dec 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 1 week The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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Online with on campus practical training (Bracken Ridge)	Anytime	up to 6 months to complete upon enrolment	Approx 25 hours online study plus up to 8 hours practical on campus booked with teacher	Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Bracken Ridge) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 60% On Campus Time 40% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. Anytime The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 6 months to complete upon enrolment The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Approx 25 hours online study plus up to 8 hours practical on campus booked with teacher The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,080 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology (AUR20220)

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Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

COURSE CODE: AUR20220

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No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

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This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 3 in English, 3 in Maths and 3 in Digital Technology.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

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To enrol in this course, participants must be currently working in the automotive industry and have one of the following:

a Certificate III in the Automotive Trade
be in the 3rd year or higher of an apprenticeship
have extensive experience in an Automotive Trade

Students must be trade qualified in an automotive or related industry area. Qualifications may include:

AUR30320 - Auto Electrical
AUR30620 - Auto Mechanical
AUR31120 - Heavy Automotive
MEM30205 - Diesel Fitting

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.

This includes the use of:

clear safety glasses to AS 1336 or 1337
protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
mechanic gloves
ear plugs or muffs
100% cotton drill industry-standard protective clothing

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks after enrolment, during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

You are also required to have access to and bring personal stationery, a USB, and a calculator.

Important information

Trainee Refrigerant Handling Licence
You must have applied for and received an ARCTICK Refrigerant Handling Licence prior to attending practical classes.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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Direct application

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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

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