Course Title: Apply knowledge of civil construction processes

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5232 Diploma of Engineering Drafting

Course Title: Apply knowledge of civil construction processes

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 40

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Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This unit covers the competency to apply knowledge and understanding of civil construction processes to design and detail drafting activities and to communicate effectively with construction site and other civil engineering personnel. The emphasis is on road construction and steel, concrete and quarry products.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Nil

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

EDC020B Apply knowledge of civil construction processes

Elements:

• Identify the construction procedure to be adopted and equipment required to perform a wide range of earthwork activities • Demonstrate knowledge of the various types and functions of pipes and the pipe laying techniques employed. • Demonstrate knowledge of civil engineering terms and features. • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of structural steel construction • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of urban and rural road construction. • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concrete construction • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of quarry plant and products and their use.

Learning Outcomes

Refer to the Learning Package on the Learning Hub.

Overview of Assessment

Assessment are conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set out in the National Training Package. Students are required to undertake summative assessments that bring together knowledge and skills. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment tasks detailed under the Assessment Task Section.

Your assessment for this course will be marked using the following table:

NYC (<50%) Not Yet Competent

CAG (50-59%) Competent - Pass

CC (60-69%) Competent - Credit

CDI (70-79%) Competent - Distinction

CHD (80-100%) Competent - High Distinction