City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Basic Mobile Air Conditioning (7543-03)

City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Basic Mobile Air Conditioning (7543-03) (F Gas Assessment)

The first of 3 modules towards the full City and Guilds qualification in Mobile Air Conditioning Systems. This is also a mandatory requirement directed by the European Union and Defra for all engineers who handle refrigerants  and carrying out  repairs of vehicle air conditioning systems.

This module is an assessment of  the candidates competency and ability  to operate a recovery unit  and  have a clear understanding of the fluorinated greenhouse gases  and their environmental impact.

Prior to the assessment  the candidate will  need a minimum  skills level and knowledge of the following:

 –  The function and layout of a vehicle air conditioning system

 –  Correct use of air conditioning service equipment and service tools

 –  Environmental implications, ozone depletion and global warming 

  – The safe transfer, waste disposal and recycling of refrigerants

Demonstrate an understanding of the layout, function and operating principles of the vehicle air conditioning system. The candidate will also need to show a good level of knowledge and competency. In the operation of recovery, vacuum, recharging and flushing of vehicle air conditioning system procedures that are required for testing and servicing.

Demonstrate an understanding of the environmental implications, Health and Safety requirements for refrigerant recovery, system evacuation, adding oil, refrigerant charging and leak detection.

The Candidate will be able to understand:

Workplace procedures whilst handling refrigerants, personnel protection and vehicle protection when carrying mobile service/ rectification work.

Procedures for servicing and testing of vehicle air conditioning systems including refrigerant identification, initial system evaluation. Testing pressures and temperatures, air distribution and air speed with basic fault and diagnosis of vehicle air conditioning systems using the manifold gauges

All candidates will be issued with study notes and joining instructions prior to attending their refrigerant Handling Assessment. On successful completion of this City and Guilds module, candidates will receive their certificate and this will be a licence for life – dependent on legislation.

 –  Assessments can be carried out at customer premises

 –  No travel or accommodation costs

 –  Minimal disruption to the working day

 –  Multiple assessments can be carried out on the same day