Course Title: Apply structural principles to residential low-rise constructions

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C4204 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

Course Title: Apply structural principles to residential low-rise constructions

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 160

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Course Contact: Anna Galluzzo

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4334

Course Contact Email: anna.galluzzo@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This unit specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the erection or demolition of low-rise residential structures using conventional methods. The unit addresses those structures classified by the Building Code of Australia as Class 1 and Class 10. Knowledge of the application of structural principles in accordance with the Australian standards is essential.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Nil.

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

BCGBC4010A Apply structural principles to residential low-rise constructions

Elements:

1. Apply structural principles to the planning of the erection and/or demolition of a structure. 2. Analyse and plan for the structural integrity of Class 1 and Class 10 buildings. 3. Plan, coordinate and manage the laying of footings. 4. Plan, coordinate and manage the laying of the floor system. 5. Plan, coordinate and manage the building of the structural and nonstructural wall systems. 6. Plan, coordinate and manage the building of the roof system. 7. Plan, coordinate and manage the external wall cladding of the structure.

Learning Outcomes

Overview of Assessment

Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course.