Level 3 Automotive Refrigerant Handling Course in Shrewsbury. Classes run at Shrewsbury College, part-time during the day. The course covers the safe handling of automotive refrigerants under EC842-2006 regulations, a legal requirement for anyone working on vehicle air conditioning systems. Part-time daytime classes make it possible to fit study around other commitments. The course typically takes one year. This is the IMI Level 3 automotive refrigerant handling qualification that employers in the automotive sector look for when hiring technicians who work with F-Gas systems.
Who this course is for
Please see our website for details of the course Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling (F-Gas). Shrewsbury Colleges Group gives students greater choices and dedicated subject resources at different campus locations and is proud to offer the largest and most flexible curriculum offer within Shropshire, comprising of A Levels, Vocational Diplomas, Apprenticeships and Higher Education qualifications.
Entry requirements
Please see our website for details
What you will learn
You'll understand the regulations governing automotive refrigerant handling under EC842-2006.
You'll learn how vehicle air conditioning systems work and how refrigerants circulate within them.
You'll identify the types of refrigerants used in modern vehicles and their environmental impact.
You'll practise safe recovery, recycling, and recharging of automotive refrigerants.
You'll learn how to use refrigerant handling equipment correctly and safely.
You'll understand leak detection procedures and how to respond to refrigerant leaks.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Shrewsbury College. Assessment for the IMI Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling is based on a written examination that tests your knowledge of refrigerant regulations, system operation, and safe handling procedures. Practical elements are assessed to confirm you can carry out refrigerant recovery and recharging tasks correctly. Contact the centre to confirm the full assessment breakdown for this delivery.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Shrewsbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician, handling air conditioning systems on cars and vans.
Automotive air conditioning specialist, diagnosing and recharging F-Gas systems.
Mechanic, with legal authorisation to work on refrigerant systems.
Fleet maintenance technician, servicing air conditioning across a vehicle fleet.
MOT tester, adding refrigerant handling to your range of competencies.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The core qualification for vehicle technicians working toward a skilled-worker role.
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric and Hybrid Vehicle System Repair. As the vehicle parc shifts to EVs, this extends your technical range.
Level 4 qualifications in automotive management or diagnostics, for those moving into senior technician or workshop supervisor roles.
