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Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
MEM31319
Looking to become a certified refrigeration and air conditioning expert? Look no further than our MEM31322- Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Course!
Whether you're an experienced professional without recognized qualifications or just starting out, our RPL process and learning programs are designed to help you achieve your goals.
Our comprehensive curriculum covers everything from basic refrigeration principles to advanced techniques for troubleshooting and maintaining complex HVAC systems. And with flexible scheduling options and hands-on training opportunities, we'll help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this dynamic field.
So why wait? Apply today and start your journey towards becoming a certified refrigeration and air conditioning specialist!
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of a heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) tradesperson within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The qualification has been specifically developed for apprentices in the above trade.
This qualification must be undertaken through a Training Contract or through formal trade recognition assessment processes.
The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range HVAC/R work, including assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing industrial, commercial and domestic air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment.
This qualification is designed to provide an industry-recognised skills profile related to trade work as a refrigeration and air conditioning tradesperson.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
To be awarded the MEM31319 Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, units of competency to the value of 96 points must be achieved, chosen as outlined below:
Appropriate Group B elective units to the value of 8 points may be chosen from this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available for inclusion at Certificate III. Only select units that would be suitable for occupational outcomes in a refrigeration and/or air conditioning trade environment.
Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) must seek a determination from the industry parties in respect of the allocation of points values for units of competency drawn from other Training Packages or accredited courses. Determination of points requests are to be submitted to the industry parties through Innovation and Business Skills Australia (IBSA) Manufacturing. Refer to the MEM Companion Volume Implementation Guide for information on determination of unit points values.
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Points associated with prerequisites count towards the total. Units with prerequisite requirements are marked with an asterisk (refer to the individual units for details). All prerequisites are included in the units listed.
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Unit code | Unit title | P | Prereq |
MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing | 4 | * |
MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling | 2 | * |
MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements | 5 | * |
MEM12024 | Perform computations | 3 | * |
MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | 2 | Â |
MEM14006 | Plan work activities | 4 | * |
MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information | 2 | * |
MEM16008 | Interact with computing technology | 2 | * |
MEM17003 | Assist in the provision of on-the-job training | 2 | * |
MEM18001 | Use hand tools | 2 | * |
MEM18002 | Use power tools/hand held operations | 2 | * |
MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 3 | Â |
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Unit code | Unit title | P | Prereq |
MEM05003 | Perform soft soldering | 2 | * |
MEM05006 | Perform brazing and/or silver soldering | 2 | * |
MEM10002 | Terminate and connect electrical wiring | 3 | * |
MEM10009 | Install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment | 4 | * |
MEM10010 | Install pipework and pipework assemblies | 4 | * |
MEM10013 | Install split air conditioning systems and associated pipework | 6 | * |
MEM12002 | Perform electrical/electronic measurement | 2 | * |
MEM13003 | Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials | 2 | * |
MEM18046 | Fault find and repair electrical equipment/components up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c | 10 | * |
MEM18048 | Fault find and repair/rectify basic electrical circuits | 12 | * |
MEM18049 | Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c. | 3 | * |
MEM18055 | Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components | 3 | * |
MEM18083 | Handle fluorocarbon refrigerants according to regulations | 1 | * |
MEM18084 | Commission and decommission split air conditioning systems | 4 | * |
MEM18085 | Install, service and repair domestic air conditioning and refrigeration appliances | 6 | * |
MEM18086 | Test, recover, evacuate and charge refrigeration systems | 4 | * |
MEM18087 | Service and repair domestic and light commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment | 6 | * |
MEM18088 | Maintain and repair commercial air conditioning systems and components | 4 | * |
MEM18094 | Service and repair commercial refrigeration | 6 | * |
MEM18096 | Maintain, repair/replace and adjust refrigerant flow controls and associated equipment | 6 | * |
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Unit code | Unit title | P | Prereq |
MEM05001 | Perform manual soldering/desoldering – electrical/electronic components | 4 | * |
MEM05005 | Carry out mechanical cutting | 2 | * |
MEM05012 | Perform routine manual metal arc welding | 2 | * |
MEM05050 | Perform routine gas metal arc welding | 2 | * |
MEM07001 | Perform operational maintenance of machines/equipment | 2 | * |
MEM07024 | Operate and monitor machine and process | 4 | * |
MEM07032 | Use workshop machines for basic operations | 2 | * |
MEM09003 | Prepare basic engineering drawing | 8 | * |
MEM09011 | Apply basic engineering design concepts | 6 | * |
MEM10003 | Install and test electrical wiring and circuits up to 1000 volts a.c. and 1500 volts d.c. | 12 | * |
MEM10004 | Enter and change programmable controller operational parameters | 2 | * |
MEM10005 | Commission programmable controller programs | 4 | * |
MEM10011 | Terminate and connect specialist cables | 3 | * |
MEM11001 | Erect/dismantle scaffolding and equipment | 4 | * |
MEM11005 | Pick and process order | 4 | * |
MEM11009 | Handle/move bulk fluids/gases | 4 | * |
MEM11010 | Operate mobile load shifting equipment | 4 | * |
MEM11016 | Order materials | 2 | * |
MEM11022 | Operate fixed/moveable load shifting equipment | 4 | * |
MEM12004 | Perform precision electrical/electronic measurement | 4 | * |
MEM13001 | Perform emergency first aid | 1 | * |
MEM13002 | Undertake work health and safety activities in the workplace | 3 | * |
MEM13007 | Maintain water treatment systems for cooling towers | 2 | * |
MEM15001 | Perform basic statistical quality control | 2 | * |
MEM15004 | Perform inspection | 2 | * |
MEM16004 | Perform internal/external customer service | 2 | * |
MEM16005 | Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities | 2 | * |
MEM16013 | Operate in a self-directed team | 2 | * |
MEM18003 | Use tools for precision work | 4 | * |
MEM18006 | Perform precision fitting of engineering components | 6 | * |
MEM18009 | Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components | 4 | * |
MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/equipment | 2 | * |
MEM18045 | Fault find and repair electrical equipment/components up to 250 volts single phase supply | 4 | * |
MEM18050 | Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment over 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c. | 3 | * |
MEM18051 | Fault find and repair/rectify complex electrical circuits | 6 | * |
MEM18089 | Maintain and repair central air handling systems | 6 | * |
MEM18090 | Maintain and repair industrial refrigeration systems and components | 6 | * |
MEM18091 | Maintain and repair multistage, cascade and/or ultra-cold industrial refrigeration systems | 4 | * |
MEM18092 | Maintain and repair commercial and/or industrial refrigeration and/or air conditioning controls | 6 | * |
MEM18093 | Maintain and repair integrated industrial refrigeration and/or large air handling system controls | 8 | * |
MEM18095 | Maintain and repair cooling towers/evaporative condensers and associated equipment | 4 | * |
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