AUR20212 - Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks related to servicing and repairing air conditioning components and systems of cars and heavy vehicles within an automotive service and repair business.

Job roles and employment outcomes

The Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing servicing and repair of air conditioning components/systems of vehicles in an automotive service or repair business.

Job roles related to this qualification include:

automotive specialist â€“ air conditioning

This qualification is typically used to develop employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are performing vehicle service and repair functions in an automotive environment.

They would be expected to perform a range of mechanical operations involving known routines, methods and procedures and take some accountability for the quality of outcomes.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.

Subjects

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 13 units of competency, consisting of:

7core units

plus

6 elective units of which:

up to 6 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below

up to 3 elective units may be chosen from a Certificate I qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.

Core units

Unit code	Unit title
Common - Environment
AURAEA2002	Apply environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
Common - Health and Safety
AURASA2002	Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace
Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic
AURETR2012	Test and repair basic electrical circuits
Electrical - Technical - Air Conditioning and HVAC
AURETU2003	Service air conditioning and HVAC systems
AURETU3004	Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems
AURETU3005	Retrofit and modify air conditioning and HVAC systems
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical
AURTTA3018	Carry out diagnostic procedures

Elective units

Unit Code	Unit Title
Common - Sales and Marketing
AURACA2001	Establish relations with customers
Common - Foundation Skills
AURAFA2001	Use numbers in an automotive workplace
AURAFA2002	Read in an automotive workplace
AURAFA2003	Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic
AURETR2006	Carry out soldering of electrical wiring and circuits
AURETR2011	Install and test basic ancillary electrical components
Electrical - Technical - Air Conditioning and HVAC
AURETU2001	Install air conditioning systems
AURETU4007	Overhaul air conditioning system components
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical
AURTTA2004	Carry out servicing operations
AURTTA2009	Carry out pre-repair operations (mechanical)
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Cooling Systems
AURTTC3003	Diagnose and repair cooling systems
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Engines
AURTTE2004	Inspect and service engines
Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Tools and Equipment
AURTTK2002	Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment
Vehicle body - Technical
AURVTA2001	Prepare vehicle, components and equipment for customer use

Pathways...

Pathways into the qualification

Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed AUR10112 Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation or other relevant qualifications.

Pathways from the qualification

Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR30612 Certificate III in Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, AUR30312 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or other relevant qualifications.

Entry Requirements

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.

Licensing Information

Some jurisdictions may require this qualification for licensing purposes. In addition some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.

Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the automotive industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	Understanding and carrying out verbal instructions from supervisors and others Reading, understanding and completing workplace documentation, forms and records Sharing work-related information with other team members using industry terminology Communicating with people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Teamwork	Contributing positively to the work team environment Working effectively with others in a socially diverse environment Respecting and understanding the views of others Giving, receiving and acting upon feedback Identifying and describing own role and role of others
Problem solving	Recognising a problem or a potential problem within a vehicle component/system servicing environment Seeking information and assistance to solve problems outside own area of responsibility Solving problems within own area of responsibility
Initiative and enterprise	Suggesting ideas for workplace improvement to supervisors and team members Positively adapting to changes in workplace procedures and making adjustments to improve own performance Taking positive action to report hazards or risk situations to supervisors
Planning and organising	Planning daily work tasks to work safely and manage risks according to workplace procedures Prioritising activities to achieve required outcomes Planning and organising appropriate equipment and materials Planning ahead to anticipate problems with availability of equipment, materials and personnel to assist
Self-management	Following workplace safety requirements and other policies and procedures Completing known delegated tasks on time Selecting and using appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures Asking for advice and assistance when appropriate
Learning	Identifying personal strengths and weaknesses Acting upon feedback and accepting opportunities to learn to improve work performance Asking questions to gain information and identify sources of information to expand knowledge and understanding
Technology	Appropriately selecting and using tools and equipment Recognising and reporting faulty equipment Using information and communication technology