Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

The installation, commissioning and de-commissioning of single head, split air conditioning and heat pumps systems to a prescribed routine where the maximum plant capacity for each system does not exceed 18 kW.

This course teaches you to assemble and position, start up single-head split air-conditioning units and systems to a prescribed routine. This includes wall hung, floor and ceiling suspended, cassette and ducted fan coil split systems and water heating heat.

Once successfully completed, you can apply for your refrigerant handling licence through Arctick.

UEE20120 Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems is designed for apprentice and qualified electricians and plumbers who want to upskill or broaden their trade capability.

This course provides the practical skills and underpinning knowledge required to safely install, commission, fault-find and decommission split air conditioning and heat pump systems. Training covers electrical and mechanical fundamentals, refrigeration system components, workplace health and safety, and industry-standard installation practices. The course supports compliant work practices and provides a pathway for participants to meet relevant industry and regulatory requirements.

Course Code

UEE20120

Course Type

Accredited Course

Study mode

On Campus

Location

Morwell

Times

8:00am–4:00pm

Career opportunities

The qualification meets only the training components for a national restricted heat pump, split system, installation and decommissioning Refrigerant Handling Licence, which is required to work on equipment that carries the risk of a fluorocarbon refrigerant being emitted while decanting the refrigerant, installing, commissioning or decommissioning refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Occupational Licence:

Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to refrigeration/air conditioning work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.

Opportunities for further study

  • Certificate II in Air-conditioning and Heat Pump Installer, Electrical Trades Assistant, Electrotechnology Trainee
  • Certificate III in  Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
  • Certificate IV in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing Technician, Air Conditioning Technician, Energy Management Control Technician, Installation Technician, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
  • Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technologist, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technical Officer, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technican
  • Advanced Diploma in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineer, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Senior Technologist

Qualifications and Recognition

Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems.

Placement

Not Applicable

Specialist Course Information

N/A

Material and Equipment Supplied by Students

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Recommended entry requirements:

This course is recommended for electricians, 3rd and 4th year electrical and plumbing apprentices, plumbers and gas fitters.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To find out more visit the TAFE Gippsland website or contact us to discuss your option.

Course cost

For the course cost please visit the TAFE Gippsland website or cal 1300 133 717.

UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

UEECD0016 Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work

UEECD0019 Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components

UEECD0020 Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment

UEECD0051 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications

UEERA0049 Install and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems

UEERA0059 Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings

UEERA0064 Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants - split systems

UEERE0001 Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

UEECD0027 Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan

UEERA0035 Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems
 

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2026. National Provider Number 0417

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2026. National Provider Number 0417