Course Title: Apply structural principles to the construction of medium rise buildings

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2020

Course Code: BUIL5993C

Course Title: Apply structural principles to the construction of medium rise buildings

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

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5256 - Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Karen Butler
Teacher
Phone: +61 3 9925 2928
Email:  Karen.butler@rmit.edu.au

Teacher
Dario Pappalardo
Phone: +613 9925 4696
Email: dario.pappalardo@rmit.edu.au 

Appointment by email

Teacher
Carl Deane
Phone: +613 9925 4423
Email: carl.deane@rmit.edu.au 

Appointment by email

Nominal Hours: 300

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

CPCCBC5001B - Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for medium rise building projects

Course Description

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the building of medium rise buildings. The design and construction of medium rise buildings require the input of a range of skilled professionals, including architects and engineers. The building and construction professional plays a significant role within this project team and requires the ability to communicate effectively with building design professionals, and develop sound and safe practices in relation to structural procedures on site.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CPCCBC5018A Apply structural principles to the construction of medium rise buildings

Element:

1. Apply structural principles to planning the erection or demolition of a structure.

Performance Criteria:

1.1. Main structural principles  that apply to the erection of medium rise buildings  are identified.

1.2. Performance characteristics of the structural elements, including materials  identified in the building's plan, are identified, analysed and applied to the planning of the construction work.

1.3. Demolition of existing structures is undertaken in accordance with legislative and planning requirements and safe work practices.

Element:

2. Coordinate and manage site and job set-up assessment.

Performance Criteria:

2.1. Processes are put in place to analyse the stability of soils and capacity of the site to support the construction loads.

2.2. Structural requirements for retaining walls are identified in conjunction with related industry professionals and applied to the planning process.

2.3. Structural function and requirements for temporary structural elements  are analysed and applied to the planning process.

Element:

3. Coordinate and manage construction of footing systems.

Performance Criteria:

3.1. Set-out of building is checked for compliance with documented building plans.

3.2. Structural performance of footings specified in the building plan is assessed for compliance with relevant codes and accepted industry construction principles.

3.3. Footings specified in the building plan are laid and checked for compliance with relevant codes and accepted industry construction principles.

3.4. Damp coursing and provision of termite barriers and other relevant techniques are planned, implemented and checked in accordance with codes, standards and industry practice.

Element:

4. Coordinate and manage structural elements of the construction process.

Performance Criteria:

4.1. Technical construction principles and performance characteristics of the construction materials are identified and analysed in the planning of project.

4.2. Building plans and relevant standards and codes are identified and implemented to ensure appropriate allowances have been made for plumbing, electrical conduits and other services to be installed.

4.3. Processes for the construction of structural elements are identified and confirmed as compliant with relevant Australian standards and codes and manufacturer specifications, with reference to specialists as required, and then implemented.

Learning Outcomes


Refer to elements.
 


Details of Learning Activities

Students will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency:

• Face to Face classes
• Simulated Workplace Learning
• Online learning via Canvas
• Other forms of structured teaching and learning

Students will be observed and assessed through their planned activities throughout the duration of the course.


Teaching Schedule

Teaching Schedule   AS PER TIME MANAGEMENT PLAN

 

The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:

 

Week 1
  • Tutorial 1 – Introduction to Unit, Assessment, Plagiarism, Pracs
  • Tutorial 2 -  Model Interpretation Activity

 

Week 2
  • Tutorial 1 – What is Medium Rise Construction
  • Tutorial 2 – What is medium Rise Construction Activity

 

Week 3
  • Tutorial 1 – Construction and Design Loads – LL, DL and WL
  • Tutorial 2 -  Construction and Design Loads – LL, DL and WL Activity

 

Week 4
  • Tutorial 1 – Construction and Design Loads – Snow, creep etc
  • Tutorial 2 - Construction and Design Loads – Snow creep, etc Activity

 

Week 5
  • Tutorial 1 – Construction Materials
  • Tutorial 2 -  Construction Materials Activity

 

Week 6
  • Tutorial 1 – Properties of Building Materials - Physical
  • Tutorial 2 - Properties of Building Materials – Physical - Activity

 

Week 7
  • Tutorial 1 – Properties of Building Materials - Mathematical
  • Tutorial 2 -  Properties of Building Materials – Mathematical - Activity

 

Week 8
  • Tutorial 1 – Temporary Structures - Scaffolding
  • Tutorial 2 - Temporary Structures - Trenches

 

Week 9
  • Tutorial 1 – Temporary Structures - Formwork
  • Tutorial 2 -  Temporary Structures - Ground Anchors

 

Week 10
  • Tutorial 1 – Temporary Structures - Cranes, Alimacs, Gantries, Hoardings and Fences
  • Tutorial 2 -  Temporary Structures - Temporary Seating, Tents, Stages

 

Week 11
  • Tutorial 1 – Demolition
  • Tutorial 2 - Demolition

 

Week 12
  • Tutorial 1 – Demolition
  • Tutorial 2 - Demolition

 

Week 13
  • Tutorial 1 – Deep Footings, Retention Systems and Retaining Walls
  • Tutorial 2 -  Deep Footings, Retention Systems and Retaining Walls

 

Week 14
  • Tutorial 1 -  Deep Footings, Retention Systems and Retaining Walls
  • Tutorial 2 - Deep Footings, Retention Systems and Retaining Walls

 

Week 15
  • Tutorial 1 – Steel
  • Tutorial 2 – Composite Steel

 

Week 16
  • Tutorial 1 – Steel - Connections
  • Tutorial 2 - Steel

 

Week 17
  • Tutorial 1 – Practicals
  • Tutorial 2 - Practicals

 

Week 18
  • Tutorial 1 – Practicals
  • Tutorial 2 - Practicals

 

Mid Year Break (2 weeks)

Week 1 (19)
  • Tutorial 1 – Portal Frames
  • Tutorial 2 - Portal Frames - Acvtitiy

 

Week 2 (20)
  • Tutorial 1 – Portal Frames Practical – Group 1
  • Tutorial 2 – Portal frames Practical – Group 2

 

Week 3 (21)
  • Tutorial 1 – Concrete
  • Tutorial 2 – Concrete – Pre/Post Tensioned

 

Week 4 (22)
  • Tutorial 1 – Precast/Tilt Up Panels
  • Tutorial 2 – Precast/Tilt Up Panels

 

Week 5 (23)
  • Tutorial 1 – Precast/Tilt Up Panels Practical -m Group 1
  • Tutorial 2 - Precast/Tilt Up Panels Practical -m Group 2

 

Week 6 (24)
  • Tutorial 1 – Masonry
  • Tutorial 2 – Maonry Activity

 

Week 7 (25)
  • Tutorial 1 – Blockwork
  • Tutorial 2 – Blockwork Activity

 

Week 8 (26)
  • Tutorial 1 – Cladding
  • Tutorial 2 - Cladding

 

Week 9 (27)
  • Tutorial 1 – Cladding
  • Tutorial 2 – Cladding Activity

 

Week 10 (28)
  • Tutorial 1 – Waterproofing and Tanking + Activity
  • Tutorial 2 – Termites + Activity

 

Week 11 (29)
  • Tutorial 1 – Services Part 1
  • Tutorial 2 – Services Part 1 Activity

 

Week 12 (30)
  • Tutorial 1 – Services Part 2 (Integration)
  • Tutorial 2 – Services Part 2 Activity (Integration)

 

Week 13 (31)
  • Tutorial 1 – Stormwater Drainage
  • Tutorial 2 – Stormwsater Drainag Activity

 

Week 14 (32)
  • Tutorial 1 – Practicals
  • Tutorial 2 - Practicals

 

Week 15 (33)
  • Tutorial 1 – Practicals
  • Tutorial 2 - Practicals

 

Week 16 (34)
  • Tutorial 1 – Assessments and Portfolios catch up and Review
  • Tutorial 2 - Assessments and Portfolios catch up and Review

 

Week 17 (35)
  • Tutorial 1 – Resubmisions
  • Tutorial 2 - Resubmissions

 

Week 18 (36)
  • Tutorial 1 – Finalised Results
  • Tutorial 2 – Finalised Results

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

Building construction handbook 8th Edition

978-1-85617-805-1

Australian Standards

On CANVAS

Project Documentaion

On CANVAS

Other Resources

Students will be able to access course information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. Lists of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.

Canvas shell :

Library link.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/library


Overview of Assessment

Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including written,oral, practical tasks and activities. You will be asked to personally demonstrate to your 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 competency.

Assessment

Assessment 1

Knowledge Questions

Assessment 2

Project - Demolition Work Plan

Assessment  3

Footing Project

Assessment 4

Practical Activities

Assessment 5

Knowledge Questions

These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Element / Performance Criteria Covered

Assessment 1

Assessment 2

Assessment 3

Assessment 4

Assessment 5

1.1

X

 

X

X

X

1.2

 

 

X

X

X

1.3

X

 

 

X

 

2.1

 

X

 

X

 

2.2

X

 

 

 

X

2.3

 

X

 

X

 

3.1

X

X

 

 

X

3.2

X

X

 

X

X

3.3

X

X

 

X

X

3.4

 

 

 

X

 

4.1

X

X

X

X

X

4.2

X

X

 

X

 

4.3

X

X

X

X

 

To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.


Assessment Tasks

                             

Assessment 1: Knowledge Questions

Assessment 2: Project – Demolition Work Plan

Assessment 3: Footing Project

Assessment 4: Practical Activities

Assessment 5: Knowledge Questions

 

The result of this course will be Competent or Not Yet Competent.

 

Students must be in class to complete Portfolio Activities. If you miss a Portfolio Activity you will need to obtain an Extension of Time or Special Consideration in order to complete a deferred Assessment.

Portfolios are Learning Activities and Contribute to your knowledge and comprehension of the assessments.

(Your Teacher will provide guidance and assistance in completing the portfolios in class).

 

Students must be deemed Competent forall 5 Assessment tasks in order to be graded as Competent for this Unit as determined by your Assessor.


Assessment Matrix

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 Support 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 to http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and Learning Support.   Disability Liaison Unit: If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies. Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit.   Late Submission:  If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for seven calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete 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 two 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 seven calendar days (from the original due date), you must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than two 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 to 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 to http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.   Email Communication:  All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

 

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