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AUR20220

Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

Gain your refrigerant handling licence. This course is for existing automotive tradespeople who want to further their career.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast Darling Downs and South West North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: 3 days View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$1,715 - $2,030

Course overview

Further your automotive career by gaining your automotive refrigerant handling licence. This qualification will enable you to work with automotive air conditioning systems safely and is a requirement for your refrigerant handling licence.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for qualified mechanics (including automotive air conditioning mechanics) grew strongly over the past five years with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. Job openings are expected to remain steady in the near future with around 23,000 job opening expected over the next five years.  

In this course you will learn to fit, install, service, repair and test automotive air conditioning systems safely. This course teaches you to comply with laws and regulations regarding ozone protection and synthetic gas.

Upon successful completion, you will be able to apply for your Automotive Refrigerant Handling Licence from the Australian Refrigerant Council. This will allow you to work on air conditioning equipment in light, heavy and commercial vehicles, and in automotive plant and equipment.

What can I do?

  • Automotive Air Conditioning Serviceperson

Course outcome:

AUR20220 Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

Recognition of experience

Skills and knowledge you have already gained working in the automotive industry can be recognised through TAFE Queensland's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. You can use RPL to have your existing skills taken into account and earn your qualification sooner.

Industry partnerships

TAFE Queensland has developed many strong relationships with the major players across the automotive industry. We have partnered with companies such as Toyota, Nissan, Komatsu, and Jeep Chrysler to deliver industry-current, tailored training programs. Employees trained by TAFE Queensland are highly-skilled and highly-valued.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.

Please note that as some of the units below must be completed via Credit Transfer or RPL, extra fees may be applicable. 

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURETU104
    Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components
    UNIT CODE :
    AURETU104
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery for passenger convenience and comfort. The systems used vary based on the work context.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURETU103
    Service air conditioning and HVAC systems
    UNIT CODE :
    AURETU103
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to service air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Service air conditioning and HVAC systems

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURTTA118
    Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
    UNIT CODE :
    AURTTA118
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and carry out a diagnostic testing strategy on vehicles, vessels or machinery.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURASA102
    Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
    UNIT CODE :
    AURASA102
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
    (Credit Transfer or RPL)

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURETR112
    Test and repair basic electrical circuits
    UNIT CODE :
    AURETR112
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and repair basic electrical circuits in vehicle and machinery electrical systems.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Test and repair basic electrical circuits
    (Credit Transfer or RPL)

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURAEA002
    Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
    UNIT CODE :
    AURAEA002
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes required to follow environmental and sustainability best practices, including complying with established workplace procedures and environmental regulations as well as following sustainability practices that may reduce the environmental impact of work practices and outputs. It applies to those working in the automotive industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
    (Credit Transfer or RPL)

Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ipswich
On Campus
28 Jan 2025
3 days
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Full fee: $2,030

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Ipswich

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

28 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $2,030

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Ipswich
On Campus
04 Feb 2025
3 days
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Full fee: $2,030

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Ipswich

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

04 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $2,030

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Ipswich
On Campus
27 May 2025
3 days
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Full fee: $2,030

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Ipswich

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

27 May 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $2,030

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Acacia Ridge
On Campus
05 Jun 2025
4 days
Full time: Thursday 05/06/25, Friday 06/06/25, Monday 09/06/25 & Tuesday 10/06/25
  • Full fee: $1,745

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

05 Jun 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

4 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time: Thursday 05/06/25, Friday 06/06/25, Monday 09/06/25 & Tuesday 10/06/25
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,745

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Acacia Ridge
On Campus
07 Jul 2025
4 days
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Full fee: $1,745

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

07 Jul 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

4 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,745

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Acacia Ridge
On Campus
24 Sep 2025
4 days
Full time: Wednesday 24/09/25, Thursday 25/09/25, Friday 26/09/25 & Monday 29/09/25
  • Full fee: $1,745

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

24 Sep 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

4 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time: Wednesday 24/09/25, Thursday 25/09/25, Friday 26/09/25 & Monday 29/09/25
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,745

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ashmore
On campus with some online
Anytime
1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,715

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Ashmore

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,715

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Warwick
On Campus
22 Apr 2025
3 days
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Full fee: $2,030

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Warwick

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

22 Apr 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $2,030

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Toowoomba
On Campus
22 Apr 2025
3 days
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Full fee: $2,030

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Toowoomba

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

22 Apr 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $2,030

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Toowoomba
On Campus
08 Jul 2025
3 days
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Full fee: $2,030

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Toowoomba

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

08 Jul 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

3 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $2,030

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
On Campus
10 Feb 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

10 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
14 Apr 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

14 Apr 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
On Campus
28 Apr 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

28 Apr 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
23 Jun 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

23 Jun 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
On Campus
14 Jul 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

14 Jul 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Mount Isa
On Campus
11 Aug 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Mount Isa

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

11 Aug 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
22 Sep 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

22 Sep 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Mount Isa
On Campus
13 Oct 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Mount Isa

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

13 Oct 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
On Campus
13 Oct 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

13 Oct 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Mount Isa
On Campus
24 Nov 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Mount Isa

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

24 Nov 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
08 Dec 2025
up to 1 week
Full time
  • Full fee: $1,985

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

08 Dec 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 week
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,985

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
  • 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 (Bracken Ridge)
Anytime
up to 6 months to complete upon enrolment
Approx 25 hours online study plus up to 8 hours practical on campus booked with teacher
  • Full fee: $1,745

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Bracken Ridge)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    60%
  • On Campus Time
    40%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 6 months to complete upon enrolment
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Approx 25 hours online study plus up to 8 hours practical on campus booked with teacher
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,745

    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
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology (AUR20220)
Payment Options

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

 To enrol in this course, participants must be currently working in the automotive industry and have one of the following:

  • a Certificate III in the Automotive Trade
  • be in the 3rd year or higher of an apprenticeship
  • have extensive experience in an Automotive Trade

Students must be trade qualified in an automotive or related industry area. Qualifications may include:

  • AUR30320 - Auto Electrical
  • AUR30620 - Auto Mechanical
  • AUR31120 - Heavy Automotive
  • MEM30205 - Diesel Fitting

Resources required

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

This includes the use of:

  • clear safety glasses to AS 1336 or 1337
  • protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
  • mechanic gloves
  • ear plugs or muffs
  • 100% cotton drill industry-standard protective 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 after enrolment, 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.

You are also required to have access to and bring personal stationery, a USB, and a calculator.

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.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

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.

Learn more