New Zealand Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Trade Assistant) (Level 3)
Mechanical
A course by
Manukau Institute of Technology
Shorten your apprenticeship by up to a year. Gain practical skills to become a refrigeration and air conditioning technician with hands-on learning and real-world experience.
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NZ$9,890
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NZQA Level 3 Certification (120 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Select and use engineering tools safely
Safely select, use, and care for engineering hand and power tools; demonstrate knowledge of fasteners and safe workplace practices.
Apply practical and theoretical engineering skills
Demonstrate ability to interpret technical drawings, perform calculations, and understand engineering materials and mechanics.
About This Course
This Level 3 certificate prepares you for an apprenticeship or entry-level role in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. You'll develop practical skills across engineering tools, safety, refrigeration principles, assembly and welding, and electrical basics. The course is designed to let you finish your apprenticeship sooner, and is taught using up-to-date equipment in MIT's award-winning TechPark. The programme is physically demanding and suited for domestic students. Graduates are ready for work as trades assistants, apprentices, or to continue apprenticeship study with an ITO.
Course Content
- Core engineering practical and safety
- Electrical theory, electromotive force, and magnetism
- Engineering calculations, materials, and engineering drawing
- Refrigeration principles and operations
- Refrigeration assembly and Site Safe
- Electrical safety and appliance servicing
- Welding for refrigeration and air conditioning
Entry Requirements
Open entry for domestic students. No academic prerequisites.
English language competence required; assessment may be needed if English is not your first language.
Build towards these roles
Refrigeration EngineerTrades AssistantApprentice Refrigeration and Air Conditioning TechnicianAir Conditioning InstallerHVAC Trades Worker
Build skills in these industries
ConstructionBuilding & DesignManufacturing
