What opportunities will this course give me?
This is a mandatory qualification for technicians working with, or handling, refrigerants in the RAC industry.
What will I be learning?
4 days training in total - 3 day theory & practical training + multiple choice assessment & 1 day practical assessment.
Practical work consists of brazing a test joint, pressure testing, direct and indirect leak testing, system evacuation, refrigerant charging, system commissioning and refrigerant recovery and completion of system log book.
City & Guilds 2079 Safe Handling of Refrigerants EC 842/2006 (F-Gas) Categories I.
Theory assessment - multiple choice online exam.
Practical assessment - observation and oral questioning.
Recognised City & Guilds qualification enabling them to work legally on refrigeration systems under the EC 842/2006 F-Gas regulations.
Why is this course for me?
Mixture of theory in classroom and practical training in workshop.
What do I need to sign up?
Candidate will need to hold either Level 2 Technical Certificate or NVQ in refrigeration & air conditioning or have suitable equivalent industry experience. You will need to complete an initial assessment in Maths.
Is there anything else I need to know?
Any qualified or experienced refrigeration or air conditioning engineer (preferably at least 1 - 2 years industry experience).
Pens, paper, ruler, pocket calculator*, highlighter pens, overalls and safety shoes. *NB mobile phones, ipods or similar electronic devices cannot be used as calculators in the exam.
Application Information
Please note that all courses are subject to minimum numbers and course descriptions may be subject to change. A place on your chosen course is not confirmed until all of the necessary enrolment paperwork is signed and any relevant fees are paid. The team will be in touch to discuss this with you, once your application has been processed.
Course Code
SAFGC2
Course Options
Click an option below to see more details and to apply.
16/9/2024 - Apply Now
Venue
Eastleigh College
Session code
FG1A
Day
Mon-Thu
Time
09:00 – 16:00
Weeks
1
Fees
£850.00
24+: £850.00
25/11/2024 - Apply Now
Venue
Eastleigh College
Session code
FG1B
Day
Mon-Thu
Time
09:00 – 16:00
Weeks
1
Fees
£850.00
24+: £850.00
9/12/2024 - Apply Now
Venue
Eastleigh College
Session code
FG1C
Day
Mon-Thu
Time
09:00 – 16:00
Weeks
1
Fees
£850.00
24+: £850.00
20/1/2025 - Apply Now
Venue
Eastleigh College
Session code
FG1D
Day
Mon-Thu
Time
09:00 – 16:00
Weeks
1
Fees
£850.00
24+: £850.00
3/3/2025 - Apply Now
Venue
Eastleigh College
Session code
FG1E
Day
Mon-Thu
Time
09:00 – 16:00
Weeks
1
Fees
£850.00
24+: £850.00
Session | Venue | Starts | Days | Time | Weeks | Fees* | 24+ Fees* | |
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FG1A | Eastleigh College | 16/9/2024 | Mon-Thu | 09:00 – 16:00 | 1 | £850.00 | £850.00 | Apply now |
FG1B | Eastleigh College | 25/11/2024 | Mon-Thu | 09:00 – 16:00 | 1 | £850.00 | £850.00 | Apply now |
FG1C | Eastleigh College | 9/12/2024 | Mon-Thu | 09:00 – 16:00 | 1 | £850.00 | £850.00 | Apply now |
FG1D | Eastleigh College | 20/1/2025 | Mon-Thu | 09:00 – 16:00 | 1 | £850.00 | £850.00 | Apply now |
FG1E | Eastleigh College | 3/3/2025 | Mon-Thu | 09:00 – 16:00 | 1 | £850.00 | £850.00 | Apply now |
Need some further advice?
Contact the Learner Recruitment Team for further guidance - email bebetter@eastleigh.ac.uk or call 023 8091 1000