Course Title: Integrate services layout into design documentation
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2013
Course Code: ARCH5156
Course Title: Integrate services layout into design documentation
School: 320T Architecture & Urban Design
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6097 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Course Contact: Catherine Ciavarella
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4818
Course Contact Email: catherine.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
David Anderson
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to integrate the layout of services and connections into building design documentation for residential (BCA Classes 1 and 10) and commercial (BCA Classes 2 to 9) buildings. It includes the knowledge and application of current sustainable and energy efficient practices and appliances and involves consultation with other professionals to obtain agreement on service layout details and specifications.
It requires compliance with relevant legislation, Australian Standards and the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VPAU589 Integrate services layout into design documentation |
Element: |
1. Document layouts of water supply and hot water systems |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Water supply, connection and layout are identified and documented for buildings connected to a town supply or a tank storage supply, in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA), relevant legislation and Australian Standards. 1.2 Installation of water services supplying fire hydrants, fire hose reels and fire sprinkler systems and interconnection of water tanks for fire services are identified in accordance with legislative requirements. 1.3 Details of hot water systems are evaluated and documented according to suitability and energy rating to maximise energy efficiency.
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Element: |
2. Document sewerage and drainage disposal methods and layouts |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Sewerage connection and layout are determined for connection, in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA), relevant legislation and Australian Standards. 2.2 Disposal of sewerage from fixtures situated below the level of the local authority sewer for both domestic and commercial buildings are identified in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA), relevant legislation and Australian Standards. 2.3 Methods for disposing of stormwater drainage systems are identified and design and installation of stormwater drainage systems are documented in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA), relevant legislation and Australian standards.
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Element: |
3. Document methods and layout for ventilation, air conditioning and fire protection systems |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Methods and layout of mechanical ventilation and air-conditioning systems are evaluated and documented according to energy rating to maximise energy efficiency and optimise indoor environmental quality. 3.2 Systems for natural ventilation are evaluated to determine optimal building performance. 3.3 Methods for smoke hazard management are evaluated and documented according to the Building Code of Australia (BCA), relevant legislation and Australian Standards. 3.4 Requirements for fire protection systems for various building classifications are evaluated and documented in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA), relevant legislation and Australian Standards. |
Element: |
4. Document natural and artificial lighting options |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Design considerations for natural lighting are evaluated to determine optimal user comfort in accordance with Australian Standards for lighting levels. 4.2 Artificial lighting and light sources are compared to recommended service luminance, in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA), relevant legislation and Australian Standards.
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Element: |
5. Document electrical and electronic services layout |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Electrical and electronic service systems are evaluated and documented and supply authorities are identified. 5.2 Design and installation of emergency warning systems, emergency lighting and exit signage are evaluated and documented in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and relevant Australian Standards. 5.3 Methods of vertical transportation are evaluated and documented in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and relevant legislation and Australian Standards. |
Element: |
6. Finalise services layout |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Details of services layout and any required amendments are confirmed with service engineer or other consultants. 6.2 Shop drawings and other relevant documentation are checked and signed off against design specifications. |
Learning Outcomes
This unit of competency supports the attainment of the skills and knowledge required for building designers to integrate services layout into designs for residential and commercial buildings in consultation with other professionals and finalise documentation in compliance with relevant legislation and the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
Details of Learning Activities
The following list is indicative of the range of activities undertaken in the course. Emphasis of activities may vary depending on the specific projects. You will also be required to undertake independant study.
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Group/Individualprojects
- GuestLecturers
- On-Line research
Teaching Schedule
PLEASE NOTE: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
For detailed outlines of the teaching schedule and course structure and current updates, you are also advised to refer to myRMIT
| Academic Week | Session Description | Assessment |
| 4 | Introduction, Storm water drainage | Project 1 - Services Knowledge |
| 6 | Natural Light and ventilation | Mini Quiz 1 |
| 9 | Water Supply and Waste Water | Mini Quiz 2 |
| 11 | Mechanical Ventilation | Mini Quiz 3 |
| 13 | heating Cooling and Airconditioning | Mini Quiz 4 |
| 15 | Services Assessment Quiz | Big Quiz 1 |
| Semester 2 | ||
| 2 | Fire Service and Warning Systems | Mini Quiz 5 |
| 4 | Coordination of Services | Mini Quiz 6 |
| 6 | Coordination of Services | Mini Quiz 7 |
| 8 | Electrical Systems and Lighting | Mini Quiz 8 |
| 10 | Vertical Transportation | Mini Quiz 9 |
| 12 | Revision | Mini Quiz 10 |
| 14 | Final Class | Big Quiz 2 Submission of Project 1 |
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
For detailed outline of the teaching schedule, course structure and current updates you are advised to refer to myRMIT
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
NCC, Various Australian Standards |
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate design drafting workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures. Holistic or project-based assessment with other related units is recommended.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:
• develop documentation which integrates services layout into the design of a residential or commercial building
• consult with other professionals to negotiate details of services layout
• interpret and comply with relevant sections of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and relevant Australian Standards.
Assessment Tasks
Feedback throughout the course may be written, verbal or a combination of both
Assessment tasks in this course are either formative or summative. Formative tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered essential building blocks for the more substantial summative assessment tasks. Summative assessment tasks in this course are graded.
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.
Major Research project - 30%
Quiz Assesssments -70%
Grade Description range
HD High Distinction 80 – 100
DI Distinction 70 – 79
CR Credit 60 – 69
PA Pass 50 – 59
SP Supplementary Pass -
NN Fail 0 – 49
PX Pass Grade Only -
DNS
Did Not Submit for Assessment. -
Assessment Matrix
An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency is available from the course contact person (stated above).
A copy of the matrix can also be available for students on myRMIT (Blackboard)
Other Information
Academic Progress:
At the end of each academic period individual student progress will be reviewed by the Student Academic Progress Review Committee and students will be advised of their eligibility for progression.
Student Charter:
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Student Responsibilities:
In undertaking this course students are required to be responsible for:
•The time management of the course work in order to complete all work requirements satisfactorily and on time.
•RMIT encourages students to attend all scheduled classes to optimise academic success.
•To ascertain what content or assessment has been missed, and gather the information prior to next class.
•To be proactive in mastering the academic material of the course by challenging, questioning and extending course outcomes.
•To be responsible for the maintenance of a non-disruptive and scholastic attitude in the learning environment.
See RMIT Academic progress information, responsibilities and support for current students:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=nzasms4pljer (unresolved)
Extension of Time for Submission of Assessable work Procedure:
Students must refer to the RMIT policy for eligibility and procedures.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=7usdbki1fjf31;STATUS=A?QRY=extension%20of%20time%20form&STYPE=ENTIRE (unresolved)
Equitable Assessment:
Students must refer to the RMIT policy for eligibility and procedures.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=id0959jyz9mx (unresolved)
Special Consideration:
Students must refer to the RMIT policy for eligibility and procedures.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qkssnx1c5r0y (unresolved)
Assessment Principles:
Final assessment decisions can be reviewed and or appealed.
See RMIT Assessment Policies:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academic
Employability skills:
Employability skills describe non-technical skills and competencies that are an important part of effective and successful participation in the workplace.
The following Employability Skills are an inherent part of this course:
Communication, Teamwork, Problem solving, Initiative and enterprise, Planning and organising, Self management, Learning and Technology.
Plagiarism:
Refer to the RMIT policy on plagiarism which is reference under Academic Integrity atRMIT
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kw02ylsd8z3n;STATUS=A?QRY=Plagiarism%20-%20student%20information&STYPE=ENTIRE (unresolved)
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