Canberra Institute of Technology
Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)As a "Fridgie" you'll gain the knowledge and skills to work specifically as a refrigeration and air conditioning technician in the domestic, commercial or industrial industry sector. This trade level course is for refrigeration and air conditioning apprentices to work with refrigeration and air conditioning equipment in domestic, commercial or industrial situations. This qualification covers competencies to select components, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to food storage and preservation, and air conditioning and air distribution equipment in buildings and premises. It includes regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants.
At CIT you will be given the opportunity to develop and practice your skills to industry standard and work with equipment in our custom built electrotechnology workshop associated with Refrigeration, Heating Ventilation, Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R).
Delivery mode
Canberra Institute of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Apprenticeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
As you are entering this course as an apprentice under the Australian Apprenticeships arrangements, you must be employed in the electrical contracting industry, and you must register with an Apprentice Network Provider (ANP) prior to enrolment.
Starting out in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry you’ll need to obtain your ARCtick Licence (otherwise known as a Refrigeration Handling Licence, RHL or simply ARC Licence).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration will prepare you for the following roles.
Refrigeration Mechanic
A Refrigeration Mechanic installs and repairs air conditioners and refrigeration systems. You might test systems and locate faults. Refrigeration M...
Air Conditioning Technician
An Air Conditioning Technician repairs and maintains a range of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. You might work on large industrial equi...
HVAC Technician
A HVAC Technician performs work on a range of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. You might conduct regular maintenance services or...
About Canberra Institute of Technology
CIT delivers accredited courses to industry, enterprise and community partners addressing skill requirements in a responsive and timely manner. Scoped to deliver over 180 nationally recognised accredited courses, CIT is ready to assist your workforce to upskill and meet the emerging demands of business and industry.
