electrotechnology - refrigeration
Box Hill Institute
Course Code & Name:
Course Aims:
Course Delivery
On successful completion of this program the student will achieve:
Credit towards VCE/VCAL
Additional Requirements/
Information:
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Certificate II in Electrotechnology Studies
(Specialising in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)
22261VIC
Current for 2018
Start your training at the Refrigeration and Climate Control Centre of
Excellence (RCCC), a nationally and internationally recognised training
facility.
This hands-on pre-apprenticeship will give you a broad understanding of the
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning industries.
You will learn how to use tools, electrical wiring and equipment of the trade
as well as identify various refrigerants.
During this course, you will learn flaring, welding, pressure testing and leak
testing in regard to refrigeration systems, and practical applications with
electrical apparatus and circuits.
On completion of this Certificate II pre-apprenticeship, you will receive a
White Card enabling you to work safely on a building site. This will give you a
better standing when applying for an apprenticeship with an employer. It will
set you on the path as a sole trader, or to working for a contracting company
with a career in refrigeration, air conditioning or appliance servicing.
Location and Times: Year 1: Box Hill Institute, Elgar Campus – 465 Elgar Rd, Box Hill
Wednesday 1:30pm-5:30pm
Mode of Delivery: Classroom/workshop based
Duration: 2 years’ part time
VCE: Students who complete 2261VIC Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-
Vocational) (Specialising in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning) are eligible
for four units of credit towards their VCE: two units at Units 1 and 2 level and
2 Units at 3 and 4 level.
VCAL: This program contributes to the Industry Specific Skills Strand of VCAL.
Qualification: A Victorian recognised qualification: 22216VIC - Certificate II in
Electrotechnology (Specialising in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)
Name of RTO & Box Hill Institute
Provider of RTO: 4687
Qualification:
RTO Student Please refer to http://www.boxhill.edu.au/for-students/student-information/
Information: and www.mullumvetcluster.com.au for student rights and responsibilities
whilst on campus.
OHS / Personal P.P.E
Protective Boot, overalls, safety glasses
Equipment:
Excursions: NA
Work Placement: NA
Other: Please note this course is subject to change.
Units of Competency:
Year 1: Competencies covered in the first year:
Unit Code Unit Name Nominal Compulsory
Hours / Elective
CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry 6 C
HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support 12 C
Apply occupational health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the
UEENEEE101A 20
workplace C
UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components 40 C
UEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment 20 C
UEENEEE130A Provide solutions and report on routine electrotechnology problems 60 C
UEENEEE142A Produce products for carrying out energy sector work activities 80 C

Year 2: (2019)
Unit Code Unit Name Nominal Compulsory
Hours / Elective
UEENEEE148A Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment 40 C
Identify and select components, accessories and materials for energy sector
UEENEEE179A 20
work activities C
UEENEEJ102A Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings 40 E
UEENEEJ103A Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems 60 E
UEENEEJ104A Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems 20 E
UEENEEE103A Solve problems in ELV single path circuits 40 C
Total hours 458

FUTURE PATHWAYS & Complementary • TBA

OPPORTUNITIES studies:
Pathways: • Apprenticeship in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
•
Possible Future • Refrigeration Mechanic
Career • Air Conditioning Specialist
Opportunities:

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