UEE20120

Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

Current Electricians, enhance your practical skills and knowledge required to take your career further, and become a split air conditioning and heat pump installer.

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NEXT INTAKE Start date: 22 Apr 2025 Duration: up to 4 months View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Full Fee

$2,890

Course overview

This post trade course will help you to enhance your electrical skill set. Develop the practical skills and knowledge required to become a split air conditioning and heat pump installer. With 50,000 expected job openings over the next five years for electrical tradespersons, now is the time to become a part of this growing industry.

In this course you will learn how to design, quote and install, reverse cycle air conditioning unit systems. You will also develop skills in positioning, assembling and starting up single-head split air conditioning units and systems to a prescribed routine. Our industry experienced teachers will give you all the support and one-on-one guidance you need to succeed.

Upon successful completion of this course you can apply for the licence required to install and decommission single-head split system air conditioners (up to 18 kilowatts) and become a split air conditioning and heat pump installer.

What can I do?

Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Installer

Course outcome:

UEE20120 Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

Take your career further

If you're a qualified electrician, this skill set will help you take your career further, opening up new opportunities for revenue and growth.

Recognition of experience

Your years of industry experience count for something. With our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) we can help you fill in your gaps in knowledge to upgrade or gain your qualifications faster.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and elective units, as listed below.

Please note that some units are cross-credited or RPL from your existing electrical qualification.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
UEECD0007

Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

UNIT CODE :
UEECD0007

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations and codes of practices in the electrotechnology workplace.
UNIT NAME
Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

UNIT CODE
UEECD0016

Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work

UNIT CODE :
UEECD0016

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, document and apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazard and risk control measures associated with electrotechnology work.

Pre-requisite unit :
UEECD0007
UNIT NAME
Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work

UNIT CODE
UEECD0019

Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components

UNIT CODE :
UEECD0019

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components using fitting and metal fabrication techniques.

Pre-requisite unit :
UEECD0007
UNIT NAME
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components

UNIT CODE
UEECD0020

Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment

UNIT CODE :
UEECD0020

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to fix, secure and mount electrotechnology equipment to hollow walls, solid walls and metal fixings.

Pre-requisite unit :
UEECD0007
UNIT NAME
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment

UNIT CODE
UEECD0027

Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan

UNIT CODE :
UEECD0027

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan.
UNIT NAME
Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan

UNIT CODE
UEECD0051

Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications

UNIT CODE :
UEECD0051

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use drawings, diagrams, cable schedules, industry standards, codes of practice and specifications as they apply to various electrotechnology work functions.

Pre-requisite unit :
UEECD0007
UNIT NAME
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications

UNIT CODE
UEERA0049

Install and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems

UNIT CODE :
UEERA0049

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to position, assemble, install, start up and decommission single head split air conditioning systems and water heating heat pump split systems, up to a maximum of 18 kilowatt (kW) refrigeration capacity.

Pre-requisite unit :
UEECD0007 , UEERA0059 , UEERA0064
UNIT NAME
Install and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems

UNIT CODE
UEERA0059

Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings

UNIT CODE :
UEERA0059

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare and connect refrigeration and air conditioning piping/tubing and fittings.

Pre-requisite unit :
UEECD0007
UNIT NAME
Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings

UNIT CODE
UEERA0064

Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants - split systems

UNIT CODE :
UEERA0064

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to undertake the recovery of refrigerants, perform pressure and leak testing, evacuations and refrigerant charging in split air conditioning and heat pump systems.

Pre-requisite unit :
UEECD0007
UNIT NAME
Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants - split systems

UNIT CODE
UEERE0001

Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

UNIT CODE :
UEERE0001

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply environmentally sustainable procedures in the energy sector.
UNIT NAME
Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
UEECD0035

Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus

UNIT CODE :
UEECD0035

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to instruct customers/users in the use of electrotechnology apparatus.
UNIT NAME
Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus

UNIT CODE
UEERA0035

Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems

UNIT CODE :
UEERA0035

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to determine operating conditions of air conditioning systems.

Pre-requisite unit :
UEECD0007
UNIT NAME
Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

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Online with on campus practical training

Your course is primarily online and you may interact with your teachers and other students using Zoom. You will also need to come in to campus to complete some practical learning and assessment. Learn more
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STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online with on campus practical training (Ipswich)	22 Apr 2025	up to 4 months	Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Toowoomba 26th and 27th June	Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Ipswich) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Toowoomba 26th and 27th June The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba)	22 Apr 2025	up to 4 months	Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Toowoomba 26th and 27th June	Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Toowoomba 26th and 27th June The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Kingaroy)	22 Apr 2025	up to 4 months	Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Kingaroy 23rd and 24th June	Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Kingaroy) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Kingaroy 23rd and 24th June The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Chinchilla)	22 Apr 2025	up to 4 months	Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Kingaroy 23rd and 24th June	Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Chinchilla) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Kingaroy 23rd and 24th June The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Ipswich)	07 Oct 2025	up to 4 months	Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Toowoomba 11th and 12th Dec	Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Ipswich) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Toowoomba 11th and 12th Dec The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba)	07 Oct 2025	up to 4 months	Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Toowoomba 11th and 12th Dec	Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Toowoomba) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Toowoomba 11th and 12th Dec The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Kingaroy)	07 Oct 2025	up to 4 months	Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Kingaroy 8th and 9th Dec	Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Kingaroy) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Kingaroy 8th and 9th Dec The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Chinchilla)	07 Oct 2025	up to 4 months	Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Kingaroy 8th and 9th Dec	Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Chinchilla) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 4 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time self directed study plus 1x optional tutorial via Zoom per week and 2 days practical on campus in Kingaroy 8th and 9th Dec The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,890 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

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Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems (UEE20120)

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Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

COURSE CODE: UEE20120

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How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

Whilst there are no formal entry requirements for this course, TAFE Queensland has the following selection criteria.

You must hold a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820/UEE30811) qualification to be eligible to undertake this course. If you only hold an Electrical license you may be able to undertake an RPL process, at an additional cost, to be eligible for entry.

You must also apply to the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) www.arctick.org for a Classroom (CL000) or Trainee (TL000) Refrigerant Handling Licence. Please refer to your location for further details.

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.

This includes the use of:

safety glasses
protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
long leather gloves to AS2161
hair protection
100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

Course overview

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Course outcome:

Take your career further

Recognition of experience

Core units

Elective units

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Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

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Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

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Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)

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Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

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Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering

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