Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

Trade Description:

In Manitoba, you can train to be a commercial refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic OR a residential refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic. Mechanics in this trade install, repair, service, replace and maintain a variety of air conditioning and heating equipment, as well as ventilation and air exchange systems. Commercial mechanics work in buildings such as apartments, restaurants, hospitals and ice rinks. Residential mechanics work in private residences.

Major employers include air conditioning contractors, refrigeration equipment dealers, truck transportation firms and storage warehouses.

Trade Regulation	RACM Commercial Sample Exams
Prepping for the Exam - Booklist

Occupational Analyses:

Commercial	National Occupational Analysis
*Residential*	Provincial Occupational Analysis

Apprenticeship Annual Requirements:

	Levels	Total Hours/Year (On-the-Job & Technical Training)	Total Weeks/Year (Technical Training)	Delivered By
Commercial	4	1,800	9-9-9-9	RRC
Residential	3	1,800	9-9-9	RRC

Training Standards:

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic - Commercial
Level One	Level Chart
Level Two	Profile Chart
Level Three	NOA Subtask to Unit Comparison
Level Four	Unit to Course Comparison Checklist

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic - Residential
Level One	Level Chart
Level Two	Profile Chart
Level Three	POA Subtask to Unit Comparison
Unit to Course Comparison Checklist

Challenging the Exam - Trades Qualification:

	Years of Experience	Hours Required	Additional Practical Exam Required	Form(s)
Commercial	7.5	13,500	No	Work Experience Form
Residential	6	10,800	No	Work Experience Form

Accredited Programs:

Apprenticeship Trade	Training Institution - Secondary Schools	Training Institution - Post-Secondary Schools	Training Institution Program Name	Level
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic	__	Red River College, Construction Trades	Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Technician Program	1