Course providers in Devonport
The Professional Certificate of Competency in Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) provides engineers and technicians with essential knowledge of HVAC systems. It covers psychrometric charts, indoor air quality, load calculations, and system design considerations. Participants will gain practical skills in maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. This course is suitable for professionals from various backgrounds seeking to enhance their expertise in HVAC principles and applications. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates.
Learn moreThe Certificate II in Engineering MEM20105 is ideal for trade apprentices and metal engineering process workers needing hands-on skills in metal arc welding, tungsten arc welding, and manual heating/thermal cutting. The course also teaches students how to perform computations and engineering measurements. Enquire today to check your eligibility requirements and for funding opportunities.
Learn moreThe UEE32220 Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration will teach you how to repair refrigerated food storage equipment and air conditioning systems in residential buildings and commercial premises. This nationally recognised qualification includes the regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants. The course covers: on-the-job safety when working with refrigeration equipment and electricity, problem solving along a range of electrical circuits, fabricating and assembling components, connecting refrigerant tubing and pipework, commissioning air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates.
Learn moreThe MST30222 Certificate III in Manufactured Textile Products is a trade qualification that teaches you how to sew and construct sails, PVC and other canvas products. This nationally recognised qualification is usually completed as an apprenticeship under the guidance of a qualified sailmaker. Your course begins with canvas production essentials: working safely, selecting canvas and sail materials, industrial sewing techniques, taking measurements, using sailmaking production tools, applying quality standards. You’ll then gain specialist skills in your area of employment: motor vehicle trimmings, marine covers, yacht sails, caravan frames and canopies, welding and constructing metal frames. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, specialisation areas, and training providers near you.
Learn moreThe MSM30216 Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application is a trade qualification for work in heavy industry, shipping and infrastructure. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to prepare surfaces and apply coatings in a range of complex work environments. The course covers: surface preparations, coating applications, quality systems, computing technologies and much more. Depending on your elective choices you can also obtain a range of WHS permits required by various state government departments. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, specialisation units, and upcoming enrolment dates.
Learn moreBecome a trade qualified engineer with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering. This nationally recognised training course begins with basic engineering trade skills: reading technical drawings, taking engineering measurements, performing computations, working safely in engineering, planning and completing work tasks, using hand tools and computing technologies. You’ll then begin ferrous (and non-ferrous) melting and casting operations, testing foundry related materials, advanced welding to code standards, and other technical skills. Enquire now for the full list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates.
Learn moreBecome a trade qualified mechanical engineer specialising in diesel fitting and plant mechanics with the MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic. This nationally recognised qualification is delivered under the supervision of a qualified tradesperson and begins with basic trade skills: technical drawing, taking engineering measurements, performing computations, using computing technologies, using hand and power tools. You will then learn how to dismantle and replace engineering components, rectify batteries and electronic controlling systems on mobile plant, maintain hydraulic systems on mobile plant, and carry out maintenance service on combustion engines and other machinery. Enquire now for the full list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and future enrolment opportunities.
Learn moreThe MEM31119 Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade is the education component of a trade apprenticeship in composite engineering. Under the guidance of a qualified tradesperson you will begin with the essential trade skills: taking engineering measurements, performing computations, workplace safety, planning and finishing tasks, applying quality standards, communicating in the workplace. You will then learn composite fabrication, marking and cutting sheets, selecting and using reinforcements, working with resins, joining techniques, repair techniques and much more. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, study units, and upcoming enrolment dates.
Learn moreThe Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (MEM31922) is the qualification for trade apprentices working under qualified boilermakers or welders. Completed over 12 months, this nationally recognised training course teaches professional level mechanical cutting, metal fabrication, and a wide range of welding processes. Students gain proficiency using hand tools, industrial machinery, taking measurements and performing calculations. Graduate ready to become a licensed tradesperson. Enquire now for more information about enrolling an apprentice or trainee in the course and the opportunity for government subsidised training.
Learn moreThe Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (MEM30219) is for trade apprentices (fitters and turners, toolmakers, metal machinists) or anyone needing an entry point into mechanical engineering. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that will teach you how to work in a manufacturing or engineering environment — performing complex measurements and working to quality standards. Enquire now for information about career outcomes and opportunities for enrolment.
Learn moreEntry requirements
Entry requirements set by ASQA are the basic qualifications and criteria that students must meet before enrolling in a nationally recognised course.
These requirements ensure students have the skills and knowledge needed to undertake this course.
- There are no formal academic requirements
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering will prepare you for the following roles.
HVAC Technician
A HVAC Technician performs work on a range of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. You might conduct regular maintenance services or...
Maintenance Technician
Their duties typically include inspecting and troubleshooting systems, performing routine preventive maintenance, responding to equipment failures,...
Air Conditioning Technician
An Air Conditioning Technician repairs and maintains a range of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. You might work on large industrial equi...
Refrigeration Mechanic
A Refrigeration Mechanic installs and repairs air conditioners and refrigeration systems. You might test systems and locate faults. Refrigeration M...
More about Diploma of Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering
If you are considering a career in the thriving industries of air-conditioning and refrigeration, the Diploma of Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering offered in Devonport could be your gateway to success. With an active training provider, TAFE Queensland, offering flexible online delivery options, students in the Devonport area can easily access quality training tailored to meet industry demands. This comprehensive programme equips aspiring professionals with the needful skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career.
Enrolling in this diploma links you to dynamic fields such as trades courses and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. Leveraging practical skills and theoretical knowledge, this training will prepare you to tackle real-world challenges in the air-conditioning and refrigeration sector. With an emphasis on both technical skills and customer engagement, students graduate well-prepared to enter various related roles.
Upon completion of the Diploma, graduates can pursue exciting career opportunities as a Sales Representative within the HVAC industry, where they can leverage their technical understanding to help customers make informed decisions. Additionally, roles such as Control Technician, Air Conditioning Technician, and HVAC Technician are readily available for graduates looking to make a tangible impact in the field.
The programme also opens doors to highly practical jobs such as a Refrigeration Mechanic or Maintenance Technician—positions that are critical in maintaining the essential systems that keep our environments comfortable and safe. By focusing on both hands-on training and theoretical concepts, the diploma ensures that all students are job-ready upon graduation.