Course Title: Install and commission carbon dioxide refrigeration systems, components and associated equipment
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C4301 Certificate IV in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Systems
Course Title: Install and commission carbon dioxide refrigeration systems, components and associated equipment
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 20
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Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: vocengineering@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit covers specialised procedures for the installation and commissioning to achieve effective and efficient operation of refrigeration equipment using carbon dioxide (CO2) as a refrigerant excluding self contained systems. It reinforces safe working practice and encompasses applying specialised knowledge of refrigeration principles that apply to carbon dioxide, following design specifications, testing, locating and rectifying faults and defective components and completing the necessary installation and commissioning documentation.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
UEENEEJ184A Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for carbon dioxide refrigerant
UEENEEJ185A Repair and service carbon dioxide refrigeration systems
UEENEEJ111A Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components
UEENEEJ113A Commission air conditioning and refrigeration systems
UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
UEENEEE003B Solve problems in extra-low voltage single path circuits
UEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
UEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
UEENEEE137A Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
UEENEEJ102A Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings
UEENEEJ103A Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems
UEENEEJ104A Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems
UEENEEJ106A Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories
UEENEEJ107A Install air conditioning and refrigeration systems, major components and associated equipment
UEENEEJ108A Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants
UEENEEJ110A Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls
UEENEEJ153A Find and rectify faults motors and associated controls in refrigeration and air conditioning systems
UEENEEJ170A Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems
UEENEEJ194A Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration circuits
UEENEEP012A Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring
UEENEEP017A Locate and rectify faults in low voltage composite appliances using set procedures
National Competency Codes and Titles
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UEENEEJ186A Install and commission carbon dioxide refrigeration systems, components and associated equipment |
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1. Prepare to install major components and associated equipment. 2. Install major components and associated equipment. 3. Complete Installation and commissioning work and document performance data |
Learning Outcomes
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Overview of Assessment
Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course.