Professional development programs
Professional Certificate in HVAC&R Fundamentals
This modular online program is an opportunity to fast-track your HVAC&R technical knowledge and skills. It can also build on your existing industry experience to provide in-depth technical insight.
Course length
30–48 hours (full qualification) /
5–8 hours (per unit)
To note
Participants are required to demonstrate their competency and understanding through knowledge assessment tasks (including self-assessment questions, quizzes, and calculations).
There is a maximum of six weeks to complete each module.
Overview
AIRAH's accredited Professional Certificate in HVAC&R Fundamentals offers online training for the HVAC&R building services industry, with a focus on air and water systems fundamentals. Students will examine equipment components and theories that will help to make them more effective HVAC&R practitioners.
The online course consists of eight units, with participants selecting those relevant to their own interests and needs. These units detail information about the workings of HVAC&R equipment.
Students may choose from any or all of the topics. This provides a customisable experience, with the opportunity to:
- Take individual units to upgrade specific skills
- Take units 1–4 and complete the Air Systems Fundamentals Certificate
- Take units 5–8 and complete the Water Systems Fundamentals Certificate
- Take all eight units and complete the Professional Certificate in HVAC&R Fundamentals
Students must obtain a pass to successfully complete each unit. One resit option is available per unit.
Upon successful completion of a unit or units within this program, students will receive a letter of completion outlining CPD hours and unit(s) completed.
Individual units involve approximately 5–8 hours to complete, with the full Certificate program taking approximately 30–48 total hours.
There is a maximum of six weeks to complete each unit.
Candidates who successfully complete all eight units will receive the Professional Certificate in HVAC&R Fundamentals.
Units
Air Systems
Unit 1
Air Filters in HVAC&R
Unit 2
Duct System Design for HVAC
Unit 3
Fans in HVAC&R and Industrial Ventilation
Unit 4
Psychrometric Theory and Processes
Water Systems
Unit 5
Cooling Towers – Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
Unit 6
Cooling Towers – Selection and Design
Unit 7
Pumps – General Characteristics
Unit 8
Pumps – Selection and Design
This program is designed for
Whether you’re a recent industry entrant or a seasoned professional, the AIRAH accredited Professional Certificate in HVAC&R Fundamentals program can upgrade your skills and industry knowledge and assist with your career development.
This program is suitable for graduate mechanical engineers, technicians, maintenance personnel, and practitioners involved in the design and/or day-to-day operations of HVAC&R systems.
Course fees (inc. GST)
Registration
This program is delivered online. Online registration options include invidual modules, 4-module packs covering Air Treatment and Water Treatment, and the full 8-module program.
Alternatively, please complete the registration form and return it to [email protected]