ABICE AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION PROGRAMME COURSE OUTLINE
N.B Students in this program are eligible to receive industry recognized certification through the Antigua and Barbuda National Training Agency (ABNTA) upon successful completion of the course along with an ABICE TVET Certificate
Course Description
The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration programme at ABICE is a two -year programme of study that teaches the skills required to diagnose, maintain, and repair residential and domestic air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Students learn refrigeration by working with freezers. In the air conditioning portion of the course, students are taught current technology relating to central air conditioning and window units, recycle, reclaim of the refrigerant. Course safety is reinforced continually throughout the course sequence. Information Technology, Entrepreneurship, Business Ethics, Communication and Occupational Math are integrated throughout the curriculum. Students will complete a four-month Job Training Exercise in year two.
Course Requirements
Students enrolled in Air Condition and Refrigeration will be required to become familiar with the proper use and care of Air Condition and Refrigeration tools and equipment. The students will become aware of safety practices and accident prevention in accordance with CARICOM standards. The students will also become familiar with the procedures and the materials used in this field. Occupational requirements are met through project-based learning combined with the necessary theory and employability skills. Course activities and projects required for successful completion of the programme include ongoing assessment, portfolio development, and final assessments.
