Course Title: Select and manage building and construction contractors

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: VE 2021

Class Number: All

Class Section: All

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Course Code: BUIL5999C

Course Title: Select and manage building and construction contractors

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4274 - Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

Course Contact: Thierry Demathieu, Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: 61 3 9925 8359

Course Contact Email: thierry.demathieu@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Dr. Aleksandar Bradilovich
Course Coordinator
Email: aleksandar.bradilovich@rmit.edu.au
Phone: +61 3 9925 4887
Location: 57.5.25

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

Nil

Course Description

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select and prepare appropriate construction contracts, including the sections, clauses and conditions for low rise construction projects. The ability to interpret complex documents, communicate clearly and succinctly and negotiate are essential skills.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CPCCBC5005A Select and manage building and construction contractors

Element:

1. Manage the determination of subcontractor requirements.

Performance Criteria:

 
1.1. Subcontractor resource requirements are assessed on the basis of expected operations and reference to the business plan.

1.2. Subcontractor requirements  are managed, prioritised and documented on the basis of expected work sequence and volume.

1.3. Task analyses are conducted and managed and competences are identified from the nature of the work to be done and organisational structure.

1.4. Type and number of subcontractors are determined and a formal subcontractor structure is developed for the project.

1.5. Industrial legislation and contract legal matters that impact on operations are researched to clarify workplace obligations and subcontractor rights.

Element:

2. Manage the review of subcontractor performance.

Performance Criteria:

2.1. Existing subcontractor areas of expertise are identified or reviewed to build an operational profile for each subcontractor.

2.2. Information is gathered and examined on previous performance of existing subcontractors, their work profiles and history.

2.3. Reviewing subcontractor performance  for the purpose of identifying strengths and weaknesses is undertaken.

2.4. Management plan is developed for each subcontractor to enhance their ability to meet contractual obligations.

Element:

3. Establish terms and conditions for subcontractor engagement.

Performance Criteria:

3.1. Subcontractor terms of engagement and scope of operations under the contract are developed or reviewed to ensure contract obligations can be met.

3.2. Conditions to be met under the terms of engagement for subcontractors are reviewed and periodically reinforced with the subcontractors.

Element:

4. Manage the selection and engagement of subcontractors.

Performance Criteria:

4.1. Subcontractor engagement strategies and processes are developed and facilitated to meet organisational timelines and contract dates.

4.2. Processes for selection and engagement of subcontractors  are managed to ensure that equal opportunity principles apply to all applicants.

4.3. Subcontractor short-listing and qualification checking are managed to enable the selection and engagement of the most appropriate subcontractor.

4.4. Successful and unsuccessful tenderers are notified about the outcomes of the selection process.

4.5. Processes for commencement, induction and any required pre-engagement training are managed and implemented.

Element:

5. Evaluate subcontractor performance and compliance with contract requirements.

Performance Criteria:

5.1. Systems that evaluate subcontractor performance and compliance with contract requirements are developed and managed.

5.2. Gathering of strategic information about subcontractor performance is managed under terms of confidentiality and security but within known collection parameters.

5.3. Performance review outcomes are discussed with subcontractors on a confidential and equitable basis.

5.4. Feedback and appeal systems are introduced and managed to ensure that subcontractors have the opportunity to challenge review outcomes.

5.5. Remedial or disciplinary action is undertaken against the subcontractor in accordance with organisational policy and operational guidelines where appropriate.

Learning Outcomes


Refer to elements


Details of Learning Activities

The learning activities included in this course are:
• lectures where syllabus material will be presented and explained, and the subject will be illustrated with demonstrations and examples;
• hands on experience in contracts and workplace agreements;
• private study, working through the course as presented in classes and learning materials, and so broadening and deepening their understanding of managing building and construction contractors.


Teaching Schedule


Sessions              

 Topics and Assessments                                                                                    

Session 1


 Manage the determination of subcontractor requirements.
Session 2

Manage the review of subcontractor performance.
Session 3

Establish terms and conditions for subcontractor engagement.
Session 4


 Manage the selection and engagement of subcontractors.
Session 5

Evaluate subcontractor performance and compliance with contract requirements.
Session 6

Assessments Due

Assessment 1: Knowledge Quiz 1

Assessment 2: Knowledge Quiz 2

Assessment 3: Project 1

Assessment 4: Project 2


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including written, oral, practical tasks and activities.Students will be asked to personally demonstrate to the teacher/assessor the practical skills gained during this course to the relevant industry standards. Assessment activities will occur throughout this course and feedback will be provided at regular intervals. 

Assessment Tasks

Students must pass each of the following assessment tasks to demonstrate competent.

 Assessment 1  Knowledge Quiz 1
 Assessment  2  Knowledge Quiz 2
 Assessment  3  Project 1
 Assessment  4  Project 2



Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1  Knowledge Quiz 1
 Assessment  2  Knowledge Quiz 2
 Assessment  3  Project 1
 Assessment  4  Project 2


Assessment Matrix

Element / Performance Criteria Covered

Assessment 1

Assessment 2

Assessment 3

Assessment 4

1.1

 X X


1.2

 X X

X

1.3

 X

X

1.4

 X X

X

1.5

 X X


2.1

 X X


2.2

 X

X

2.3

 X X

X

2.4

 X X


3.1

 X X

X

3.2
X

X

4.1

 X X

X

4.2

 X

X

4.3

 X

X

4.4

 X X

X

4.5

 X X

X

5.1

 X X X


5.2

 X

X

5.3

 X X

X

5.4

 X X

X

5.5

X 



X

Other Information

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):

You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:

 Relevant

Current

Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course

Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.

 Study and learning Support:

 Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.

Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are: 

assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice

maths and science developmental support and advice

English language development


Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support


Equitable Learning Services (ELS): 

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.

Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).


Late submission: 

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.

The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.

If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date. 

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked. 

Special consideration: 

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration 

Plagiarism:

 Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

 Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

 Other Information:

 All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

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