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UEE20120

Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

Develop split system and heat pump knowledge for air conditioning support pathways.

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Blended / practical training
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About this course

This split air conditioning pathway supports learners seeking focused knowledge around split systems, heat pumps, and related installation or service contexts. All Skills College assists with course guidance while the partner RTO manages formal training and assessment.
Outcomes

Learning outcomes

Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

Safely isolate, test and prepare electrical circuits before working on split-system equipment
Install and connect split air-conditioning and heat pump components to manufacturer specifications
Use appropriate tools, materials and fixings to mount indoor/outdoor units and associated pipework pathways
Identify common faults and complete basic testing and commissioning checks
Apply WHS, risk control, and compliance requirements for residential/light commercial installations
Outcomes

Course outcomes

Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

Practical skills to install and connect split-system air conditioners and heat pumps in real-world settings
Confidence reading wiring diagrams, installation manuals and job documentation
Competency in safe work practices, isolation procedures and basic verification checks
Workplace-ready habits around quality, neat finishes and client/property care
A pathway into further refrigeration/air-conditioning trade study and broader electrotechnology learning
Suitability

Is this course right for you?

Before enrolling, please review the requirements and prerequisites below to ensure this course aligns with your experience, capabilities, and training goals.

Course requirements

Entry and evidence requirements depend on the partner RTO and delivery pathway. Speak with All Skills College for current eligibility, evidence, and enrolment guidance.

Entry prerequisites

There are pre-requisites for this course. These may include fitness, language, literacy, numeracy, digital literacy, age, safety or other entry requirements, and may vary between our partner RTOs. Please discuss these requirements with our staff before enrolment.
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Pathways

Where this course can take you

Explore career options and next-step study pathways that align with this qualification and your long-term goals.

Career outcomes

Jobs you can pursue

Typical roles graduates move into depending on experience, licensing requirements, and workplace opportunities.

Split System Air Conditioning Installer (Assistant)
Industry HVAC / Residential
Type Full-time
Air Conditioning Service Assistant
Industry HVAC / Service & Maintenance
Type Full-time
Heat Pump Installation Assistant
Industry HVAC / Energy Efficiency
Type Full-time
Apprentice Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (Entry Pathway)
Industry HVAC / Trades
Type Apprenticeship
Maintenance Trade Assistant (HVAC)
Industry Facilities / Building Services
Type Full-time
Next steps

Further study pathways

Continue into higher qualifications, specialisations, or complementary training to broaden your opportunities.

Advance to Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Build your technical capability and licensing pathway for broader refrigeration and air-conditioning work.
All Skills course
Refrigerant Handling Licence preparation
Progress towards refrigerant handling requirements (ARCtick pathway) as your role expands into refrigeration systems.
Study option
Workplace safety & compliance short courses
Strengthen WHS awareness for work on sites, including permits, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Study option
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Entry requirements confirmed before enrolment.
Units

What you’ll study

Units are grouped by core and elective. Your trainer will confirm elective selections (where applicable) based on packaging rules and delivery schedule.

Core units
Code
Unit name
Type
UEECD0007
Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
Core
UEECD0016
Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
Core
UEECD0019
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
Core
UEECD0020
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
Core
UEECD0027
Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan
Core
UEECD0051
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Core
UEERA0049
Install and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems
Core
UEERA0059
Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings
Core
UEERA0064
Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants – split systems
Core
UEERE0001
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
Core
Elective units
Code
Unit name
Type
BSBOPS203
Deliver a service to customers
Elective
CPCWHS1001
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Elective
HLTAID009
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Elective
UEECD0035
Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
Elective
UEECO0002
Maintain documentation
Elective
UEECO0016
Receive and store materials and equipment for electrotechnology work
Elective
UEECO0017
Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
Elective
UEERA0035
Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems
Elective
UEERL0001
Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply
Elective
UEERL0003
Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies
Elective

Our partner RTOs only offer a limited number of electives. Elective options may vary between partner RTOs, so please discuss available elective options with our staff before enrolment.

Course information update

We are currently updating course information across this website. Some details on this page may be under review or subject to change. For the official qualification record, refer to training.gov.au or contact our team before relying on specific course details for enrolment.

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RTO partners

RTO partners for this course

Qualifications and Statements of Attainment are issued by the partner RTO responsible for the relevant training and assessment arrangement.

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Australia Institute of Business & Technology

RTO Code: 41138
Legal name
Brighton Pacific Pty. Ltd
ABN
37168731048
Status
Primary partner
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