Automotive Air Conditioning

Learning outcomes for the course include:
• Understanding the skills required to successfully service air conditioning systems. This can include heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that are fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery.
• Knowledge on how to diagnose and repair faults in air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

This course is suited to people who’re already qualified to work in the automotive service and repair industry, who’re looking to apply for their Refrigerant Handling License (RHL). This may include:
• Automotive electrical technicians
• Light vehicle mechanics
• Heavy commercial vehicle mechanics
• Mobile plants technicians


Upon successful completion of the course, students will obtain a Statement of Attainment for the following units: AURETU103 Service air conditioning and HVAC systems and AURETU104 Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components.

Please note: You will need to hold a Certificate III qualification in Automotive Light Vehicle, Heavy Commercial, Mobile Plant Technology or Automotive Electrical to apply for an AC license. For further details on requirements for an Automotive Air Conditioning Refrigerant Handling Licence from Arctic (AR), please visit The Australian Refrigeration Council.

Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.