Strengthen your automotive trade qualification and gain the skills and knowledge you need for your AAC02 Refrigerant Handling licence. Learn to work safely on automotive air conditioning and HVAC systems as an automotive air conditioning specialist.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems
Identify vehicle air conditioning systems, components and refrigerant service ports
Test operation systems and components
Operate recovery equipment
Read and interpret the Australian automotive code of practice regulations
Access hazards and risks for both yourself and the environment
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
The skills and knowledge you need to apply for the AAC02 Refrigerant Handling Licence
The ability to work safely on automotive air conditioning and HVAC systems
Credit towards a full qualification in automotive study
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Before your first day of class you must provide evidence of a current Trainee Refrigeration and Air Conditioning licence (TL000) from the Australian Refrigeration Council. To apply for your licence, you will need:
A signed declaration from your work supervisor using the online form
Proof of course enrolment from TAFE NSW student services
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Completed or will complete an appropriate Certificate III Automotive trade qualification if you want to obtain the AAC02 Refrigerant Handling Licence
A valid driver licence
The ability to work unsupervised
The ability to provide your own cotton drill pants, a long sleeve cotton drill shirt, protective footwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
An intermediate level of fitness to manage the physical demands of the role - climbing, lifting and moving items heavier than 15kgs
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level
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Our graduates go onto roles like: automotive air conditioning service specialist with an appropriate Certificate III Automotive trade qualification and AAC02 Refrigerant Handling Licence
This is a licensed occupation. When you successfully complete the Statement of Attainment in Automotive Air Conditioning Servicing and an appropriate Certificate III Automotive Trade Qualification you can apply for an AACO2 Refrigerant Handling licence with ARCtick. Visit ARCtick for more information.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Statement of Attainment in Automotive Air Conditioning Servicing does not have any post-graduate courses.
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
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