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An Air Conditioning Technician repairs and maintains a range of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. You might work on large industrial equipment or specialise in domestic and commercial systems. An Air Conditioning Technician, or an Air Conditioning Installer or Air Conditioning Apprentice, may repair individual system components or make adjustments to the whole refrigeration system.
Air Conditioning Technicians should have excellent observational skills and keen attention to detail. It’s important that you can follow instructions and work as part of a team. Air Conditioning Technicians must be able to work with drawings and diagrams and be able to manage their time well.
There are 6 courses available for people who want to become an Air Conditioning Technician. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
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Learn how to install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning). This nationally recognised training course is an engineering trade qualification. Competencies include: working with computing technologies, performing engineering measurements and computations, using hand and power tools, using refrigerant chemicals safely, servicing and repairing domestic refrigeration and air conditioning systems, working with commercial and industrial refrigeration, installing and maintaining commercial aircon systems, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, refrigeration engineering competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
The MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Refrigeration and Air Conditioning) delivers a hands-on skillset and will support your efforts to obtain an apprenticeship as a refrigeration and air-conditioning technician. The course covers: on-the-job safety and OHS standards, applying quality systems and procedures, working in maintenance work crews, carrying out engineering measurements, understanding technical drawings, using hand tools, carrying out electronic measurements, mechanical cutting, handling refrigeration fluids and gases, and much more. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
The UEE20120 Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems will teach you how to install split system air-conditioners and heat pump systems. The course is nationally recognised and covers: risk management and safety; connecting refrigerant tubing and fittings; testing and charging refrigerant leaks; using drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications. Enquire now for enrolment requirements and upcoming training dates..
Become a licensed Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic with the MEM31319 Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. This nationally recognised qualification is the training component of a trade apprenticeship. Your studies begin with workshop essentials including on-the-job safety, technical drawing, taking engineering measurements and computations, using hand tools and equipment. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to install, maintain, and repair a wide range of refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment. Enquire now for the list of study units, enrolment centres, and your eligibility for subsidised training..
Become an electrical appliance service technician with the UEE32120 Certificate III in Appliance Service. This nationally recognised qualification is often delivered as an apprenticeship and contains a number of licensing outcomes (see below). During your studies you’ll be introduced to the safety and communication protocols of an electrical repairs workshop while gaining the technical skills you need to service and repair a full range of domestic and (some) commercial appliances. Enquire now for entry requirements, career outcomes, and enrolment centres near you. PLEASE NOTE: This qualification has the scope to obtain any of 3 x licences: Refrigerant Handling Licence, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Occupational Licence, and Electrical Occupation Licence. Always check with your course provider before enrolling to ensure the correct units have been selected to ensure licensing outcomes..
In Australia, a full time Air Conditioning Technician generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this profession has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 33,600 people employed as an Air Conditioning Technician in Australia compared to 23,700 five years ago. Air Conditioning Technicians may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as an Air Conditioning Technician, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems. This course covers topics including connecting refrigerant tubing and fittings, testing and charging refrigerant leaks and using drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications. A Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration may also be appropriate.
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Here are some potential career pathways within heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning Technician
$1,400 weekly pay
Refrigeration Mechanic
HVAC Technician
$1,900 weekly pay
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