Part A: Course Overview
Program: S0184 Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Licensing (RAC-L)
Course Title: Maintain microbial control of refrigeration and air conditioning systems
Portfolio: Vocational Education
Nominal Hours: 20
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Course Contact: David King
Course Contact Phone: +61399250258
Course Contact Email: david.king3@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain microbial control of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
It includes quality assurance and risk management compliance processes for maintenance of the air and water systems associated with refrigeration and air conditioning.
It also includes working safely and to technical, quality and risk management industry standards, work specifications, maintenance schedules and sample inspections; evaluating components and completing the necessary maintenance documentation.
The skills and knowledge in this unit will be applied by those cleaning and maintaining refrigeration and air conditioning chilled water, hot water or cooling tower water systems.
Most state/territory jurisdictions have legislative requirements for the management of microbial control in cooling water systems to prevent the growth and transmission of Legionnaires' Disease.
Permits may also be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Not applicable. |
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
UEERA0054 Maintain microbial control of refrigeration and air conditioning systems |
Elements: |
1. Prepare to maintain microbial control of air and water systems 2. Maintain microbial control of air and water systems 3. Complete maintenance processes and documentation |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content are assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.