Get trained to meet Victorian Building Authority (VBA) licensing requirements through this skill set.
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Be equipped with the in-depth knowledge and practical skills required to meet refrigerated air-conditioning licensing with the Victorian Building Authority (VBA).
This skill set is designed for refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) tradespeople who have completed or are currently enrolled in UEE32220 Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration and are seeking to become licensed with the VBA.
The VBA publishes a set of prescribed units of competency for registration and licensing in refrigerated air-conditioning, commonly referred to as 'gazetted units'.
This specifically designed RMIT skill set provides you with the knowledge and skills to be assessed for a license by teaching the gazetted units required for licensing, meeting VBA requirements and complying with the Plumbing Regulations 2018.
Complete this skill set in 11 weeks and apply to the VBA for your RAC license.
Consolidate industry and legislative understanding through structured learning processes.
Learn from industry-active trainers with extensive experience in the field.
To competently and safely undertake RAC work, you must be proficient in reading site or building plans to identify installation locations, as well as interpreting and applying manufacturer specifications.
Other skills include locating and rectifying faults in motors, controls, and low voltage composite appliances within RAC systems. The ability to fabricate, assemble, and dismantle industry components, as well as install and commission these systems, is essential.
Additionally, expertise in recovering, pressure testing, evacuating, charging, and leak testing refrigerants, along with selecting appropriate piping, accessories, and controls, is required.
Finally, diagnosing and rectifying system faults and disconnecting/reconnecting composite appliances connected to low voltage wiring are critical competencies.
This skill set is taught predominantly face-to-face at our Melbourne City campus or Bundoora Campus. Throughout this course, teaching styles may include guest lecturers, tutorials, class presentations, and group and student-led discussions.
You may work independently or in a team to solve problems, analyse and respond to case studies, prepare or respond to briefs, write case study reports, or participate in managing a company in a computer-based business simulation.
Assessment will be ongoing during the skill set delivery, and students will be asked to complete various assessment tasks and activities to assess their competence against key performance criteria. These assessment tasks/activities include practical demonstrations, role plays, observation checklists, simulated interpreting assignments, report, in-class exams, and quizzes.
The types of classes you have will depend on the course you’re studying. Classes are offered in various formats designed to provide meaningful engagement with staff, industry and peers and provide for access and use of spaces where learning can be applied and active, including an array of specialised equipment.
Most RMIT courses do not include passive large-scale classes such as lectures, instead the content traditionally provided in lectures is made available online. This may be in the form of readings, videos or other on-demand learning materials. This content will also support the basis of interactive learning that takes place in on-campus classes.
The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this degree/diploma and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.
Throughout this skill set, you will be required to attend face-to-face classes on campus 3 days per week for 3.5 hours.
You can also expect 5 hours of external study per subject per week to complete required reading and assignments.
This is a specially designed RMIT skill set made up of 8 units of competency—7 VBA gazetted units and 1 pre-requisite:
Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.
Upon completion of this skill set, you will be able to apply for a license in refrigerated air-conditioning, having met the VBA requirements and the Plumbing Regulations 2018.
You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course.
There are no minimum academic entry requirements.
Before you enrol in this skill set, you must be enrolled or have completed a Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE3220).
There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.
A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.
Undertaking a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree can help you meet the entry requirements for your preferred degree. These qualifications often provide credit, reducing the duration of your bachelor degree.
Even though there are no formal pathways into this course, there are often other ways you can gain entry.
Upon successful completion of this skill set, students will need to successfully complete the VBA RAC licensing assessment/exam to become a licensed Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Worker in the industry.
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.
Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.
This program is only offered as a full-fee program.
*Fees shown are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
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In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.
The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2025 is $365.
Note: SSAF will be charged per nominal hour at a rate of $0.51 per hour in 2025.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.
You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.
There is no fee assistance available for this skill set.
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