Course Title: Undertake complex architectural projects
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2016
Course Code: ARCH5200
Course Title: Undertake complex architectural projects
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6136 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Course Contact : Catherine Ciavarella
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819
Course Contact Email:catherine.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Peter Schenkel peter.schenkel@rmit.edu.au
+61 3 9925 4037
Nominal Hours: 280
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
Year One and Two completion
Course Description
This unit specifies the outcomes required to undertake complex architectural projects for residential (Building Code of Australia (BCA) Classes 1 and 10) and/or commercial (BCA Classes 2 to 9) buildings. It includes consultation with a client to prepare a project brief and the development and presentation of a design concept that meets the requirements of the brief and relevant legislative requirements and codes and standards. It requires the preparation of all necessary documentation and the development of a critical path management diagram. It requires thorough knowledge of the BCA, relevant Australian Standards and local authority regulatory requirements.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
However this unit forms part of a minimum qualification requirement for registration with the Building Practitioners Board as a building designer (architectural).
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VU21603 Undertake complex architectural projects |
Element: |
2. Develop design concept |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Design response is developed in accordance with client brief and presentation drawings/models are produced for client presentation. 2.2 Design concept is presented to client using a variety of presentation materials to assist in understanding key concepts. 2.3 Approval for the final design is obtained from client, and the relevant documentation. |
Element: |
1. Determine requirements for the project |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Client is consulted to confirm details of building design to develop the project brief. 1.2 Preliminary analysis of planning and local authority regulations is undertaken to ascertain requirements. 1.3 Feasibility study is performed to determine and document the viability of the project. 1.4 Site analysis and survey are undertaken and a detailed site analysis is prepared for planning permit application. 1.5 Brief is drafted and evaluated against client requirements and submitted to client for confirmation, and any amendments are negotiated. |
Element: |
4. Prepare and coordinate documentation development |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Suitable methods for building procurement are determined according to project brief and organisational procedures. 5.2 Requirements for project supervision are determined to ensure design intent and specifications comply withcontract documents and project schedule. 5.3 Stages for the implementation of progress claims, claims for extensions of time and issuing of progress 5.4 Stages for the preparation of defect notices and certificates for practical completion and final completion are identified according to the project schedule. 5.5 A critical path management diagram is finalised and confirmed with relevant stakeholders for all stages in the design and construction process. |
Element: |
5. Prepare a critical path management diagram |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Suitable methods for building procurement are determined according to project brief and organisational procedures. 5.2 Requirements for project supervision are determined to ensure design intent and specifications comply withcontract documents and project schedule. 5.3 Stages for the implementation of progress claims, claims for extensions of time and issuing of progress 5.4 Stages for the preparation of defect notices and certificates for practical completion and final completion are identified according to the project schedule.
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Element: |
3. Finalise design |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 The approved design is finalised and reviewed againstthe budget and the appropriate documentation is developed to adequately communicate the design. 3.2 A preliminary selection of materials and finishes is selected in accordance with project brief. 3.3 Planning application documents are prepared and the client is assisted with lodgement of the Town Planningapplication and the processes to complete the application and advertising process 3.5 Design work to be undertaken by external personnel is coordinated, as required. 3.6 Design concepts for internal spaces, finishes and services are developed and relevant documentation is developed or obtained. |
Learning Outcomes
This unit of competency supports the attainment of the skills and knowledge required for building designers to complete complex architectural projects, which comply with the BCA and other relevant legislation. Work is expected to be undertaken in consultation with other stakeholders and under limited supervision. It requires the problem solving skills to complete a design/documentation project.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a studio, workshop or classroom using industry standard tools and resources.
You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.
In class activities will include:
-class exercises to review discussions/lectures
-analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- seminar presentations
- lectures
-design activities & projects
-group projects
-peer learning
-guest lecture
-group discussion
-online research
-independent project based work
-teacher directed group activities/projects
-studio practice
-‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
-other activities as decided by teaching staff
Out of class activities will include:
-Site and neighbourhood visit
-Consultant briefing meeting
This course includes a work integrated learning experience
in which your knowledge and skills will be applied and
assessed in a real or simulated workplace context and
where feedback from industry and/ or community is integral
to your experience.
Teaching Schedule
| Week | Session description | Stage submissions for review and Assessment |
1 |
Orientation Course Briefing Introduction to digital applications for course and project file establishment |
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| 2 | Pre- design |
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| 3 | Pre-design |
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| 4 | Pre-design |
PREDESIGN PACKAGE Review - Folio/Digital upload to Secure drive |
| 5 | Develop design concept |
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| 6 | Develop concept design |
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| 7 | Develop concept design |
DESIGN CONCEPT PACKAGE Review - Folio/Digital upload to Secure drive |
| 8 | Finalise Design |
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| 9 | Finalise Design |
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| 10 | Finalise Design |
FINALISE DESIGN TOWN PLANNING PACKAGE Review - Folio/Digital upload to Secure drive |
| 11 | Construction Documentation |
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| 12 | Construction Documentation |
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| 13 | Construction Documentation |
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| 14 | Construction Documentation |
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| 15 | Project completion |
incl Specifictions & Project Costings Folio/Digital upload to secure drive PROJECT ADMINISTRATION PACKAGE incl Critical Path Management Diagrams (Gantt Chart) and Contract Administration
FINAL PROJECT SUBMISSION Digital Job File (USB)
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| 16 |
EXHIBITION DOCUMENTATION Exhibition documentation and physical model, Portfolio preparation |
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| 17 | STUDENT EXHIBITION |
FINAL DESIGN BANNER SUBMISSION - Digital upload to Secure drive |
This course is scheduled over 16 weeks across 4 sessions each week
Detailed Weekly schedules will be mapped out while undertaking Element 5 : Prepare a critical path management diagram (Gantt Chart)
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Not applicable |
References
Gehl Jan, Cities are for People, Island press Washington, 2010 |
Other Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library 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 replicate building design workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.
Assessment Tasks
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 unit are graded.
To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.
Assessment task 1 Formative assessment
Predesign Review 15%
Assessment task 2 Formative assessment
Design concept Review 10%
Assessment task 3 Formative assessment
Design Development/ Planning Application submission 35%
Assessment task 4 Formative assessment
Construction Documentation 30%
Assessment Task 5 Formative assessment
Project Administration 10%
PROJECT COMPLETION Summative assessment
Digital project files Total project assessment incorporating the above percentages
Predesign package
Town planning package
Construction drawing package
PROJECT COMPLETION Summative assessment
Exhibition Banner and physical model
Due week 17
You will receive feedback with verbal and evaluation of your progress within class time. The submitted projects will be assessed with feedback as well as a quality indicator that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome.
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
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available from https://my.rmit.edu.au/
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:
The Student Charter, in association with the University’s statutes and law, indicates what the University and its students can expect from each other. The University’s mission is to create and disseminate knowledge to meet the needs of industry and the community and to foster in students the skills and passion to contribute to and engage with the world.
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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
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
Equitable Assessment:
Students must refer to the RMIT policy for eligibility and procedures.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=id0959jyz9mx
Special Consideration:
Students must refer to the RMIT policy for eligibility and procedures.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qkssnx1c5r0y
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
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Cover sheet for submission of work for assessment:
Whenever you submit work for assessment you must include a declaration of authorship.
All hard copy submissions of work for assessment should include a completed and signed ’Cover sheet for submission of work for assessment’ which can be found at the following link
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=od0oagg9uc111
E-submissions
A condition of using the online e-submissions process is that you have read and agreed to the following statement:
I declare that in submitting all work for this assessment I have read, understood and agree to the content and expectations of the Assessment declaration found at the following link
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=t4g7mbllxm3n
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