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Automotive Refrigerant Handling Award

The Programme

From 4 July 2010, all Mobile Air Conditioning (MAC) technicians working with cars and car derived vans, must have achieved, as a minimum requirement, a refrigerant handling qualification which fulfils the European Union F-Gas Regulation (EC842/2006).

The course is a mixture of self study and two practical sessions and can be delivered in house or at the College. It covers the filling and handling of refrigerant gases used in motor vehicles and the legal aspect of dealing with refrigerant gases as required by Law. The practical aspects will be done in the workshop and technicians will be required to drain and refill a system with the correct amount of gas. Technicians will also learn about evacuating systems and checking for leaks, using dyes and gas detection meters. An online test will also be required as part of the qualification.

Costs

£210 for tuition fee and £25 for exam fee.

Dates

Flexible enrolment dates available throughout the year.

Length of Study

Approximately 20 hours (dependent on prior knowledge).

Further Information

For further information please telephone 01271 338225, email employers@petroc.ac.uk or fill out our online enquiry form.