Air Conditioning Technician Courses
Air Conditioning Technicians install, repair, and maintain systems, ensuring efficiency. They must follow instructions, manage time well, and work with diagrams.
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Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Air Conditioning Technician
Get qualified to work as a Air Conditioning Technician with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
The Professional Certificate of Competency in Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) provides engineers and technicians with essential knowledge of HVAC systems. It covers psychrometric charts, indoor air quality, load calculations, and system design considerations. Participants will gain practical skills in maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. This course is suitable for professionals from various backgrounds seeking to enhance their experti...
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UEE32220
Duration
2 weeks - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The UEE32220 Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration will teach you how to repair refrigerated food storage equipment and air conditioning systems in residential buildings and commercial premises. This nationally recognised qualification includes the regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants. The course covers: on-the-job safety when working with refrigeration equipment and electricity, problem solving along a range of electrical circuits, fabricating and assembling co...
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Duration
2 weeks - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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UEE20120
Duration
2 days - 8 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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.
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Duration
2 days - 8 months
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Blended, On Campus
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UEERL0004
The UEERL0004 Disconnect - reconnect electrical equipment connected to low voltage (LV) installation wiring unit provides the skills and knowledge required to safely disconnect and reconnect electrical equipment connected to LV installation wiring. It covers preparation, reconnection, inspection, testing, fault identification, and reporting. This is suitable for non-electrical tradespeople conducting like-for-like replacements, such as plumbers connecting power to hot water systems. It excludes work on sw...
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How much does an Air Conditioning Technician earn?
In Australia, a full time Air Conditioning Technician generally earns $1,884 per week ($97,968 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.
What are the job opportunities for an Air Conditioning Technician?
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
How do I become an Air Conditioning Technician?
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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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.
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