Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2024

Course Code: BUIL6449C

Course Title: Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.

School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5415 - Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Course Contact: Matthew Sweeney

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4105

Course Contact Email: matthew.sweeney@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Additional Staff Contact Details

Casey Di Rosa

Casey.di.rosa@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 18

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

In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the National Construction Code (NCC) Classes 1 and 10 buildings, to a maximum of two storeys. This includes knowledge of the structure of the NCC, as well as the ability to access relevant information from the code as applicable to various building projects.

It applies to builders, site managers and related construction industry professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and standards related to residential construction projects.

 

 

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings
Element:	1. Classify building
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Determine nature of building, its use and arrangement from construction plans and specifications. 1.2 Access, read and interpret relevant Australian Standards and codes for residential building and construction projects. 1.3 Define classification of building from the NCC. 1.4 Identify and interpret multiple classifications from the NCC.
Element:	2. Determine construction compliance requirements
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Identify NCC Performance Requirements relevant to Class 1 and 10, up to two storeys, building projects. 2.2 Determine range of criteria to ensure that construction methods comply with NCC Performance Requirements. 2.3 Identify and document non-conforming construction methods against NCC Performance Requirements. 2.4 Propose and discuss Performance Solution with design and building and construction professionals. 2.5 Analyse and apply Assessment Methods to determine compliance with Performance Solution or Deem-to-Satisfy Solution (DTS). 2.6 Meet the evidence of suitability requirements for building materials and products stated in the NCC. 2.7 Complete relevant documentation to meet NCC requirements.
Element:	3. Determine fire protection requirements
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Identify NCC and other legislative requirements for passive and active fire control elements in buildings. 3.2 Determine level of fire resistance required for the construction of various buildings. 3.3 Check existing buildings for compliance with passive and active fire protection requirements.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. 

Details of Learning Activities

You will learn the following:

1. Classify buildings

2. Determine construction compliance solutions within the NCC.

3. Apply fire protection requirements.

The total number of scheduled hours of teaching, learning and assessment involved in this course includes all planned activities (face to face classes, lectures, workshops and seminars; online learning and other forms of structured teaching and learning). It also covers the amount of effort necessary to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, observation of work performance, discussions with supervisors and others providing third party evidence and one on one and group assessment sessions with students.

You will be able to access course information and learning materials through the Learning Hub 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. You will also use equipment and software packages in the laboratory for the project work. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.

 

Teaching Schedule

The following syllabus provides you with this course's Training and Assessment schedule. Refer to this page to find out what themes will be discussed each week and when assessments are due. You will also find important information on census dates, excursions and practices. 

Session/Date

Theme

Assessments

Session One 15-21 July 2024	Introduction & Understanding the NCC and Performance Based Code This session will provide an introduction to the Building Codes & Standards cluster, and will outline how the cluster will be delivered and assessed over the semester. Students will be introduced to the NCC, provided a brief overview of the NCC and shown how to access and navigate the NCC, This session will focus on the purpose, structure and contents of the NCC, as well as the performance-based nature of the NCC, and what this means for compliance with the NCC	All assessments released
Session Two 22-28 July 2024	Understanding Building Classifications This session will focus on building classifications which are essential to understanding and using the NCC correctly. It will also focus on understanding the Types (A,B,C) of construction.	Assessment 1
Session Three 29 July - 4 August 2024	NCC Volume 2 & Housing Provisions During this session students will be introduced to Volume 2 & Housing Provisions. We will work through Part H1 Structure, Part H2 Damp & Weatherproofing and Part H3 Fire Safety	Assessment 1
Session Four 5-11 August 2024	NCC Volume 2 & Housing Provisions During this session we will continue to work with Volume 2 & Housing provisions – Part H4 Health & Amenity, Part H5 Safe movement and access and Part H6 Energy Efficiency	Assessment 1
Session Five 12-18 August 2024	NCC Volume 2 & Housing Provisions During this session we will continue to work with Volume 2 & Housing Provisions – Part H7 Ancillary Provisions and Part H8 Livable Housing Design. AT1 will be conducted in class whilst supervised.	Assessment 1
Session Six 19-25 August 2024	NCC Volume 1 & AT1 Reattempts In this session students will be introduced to NCC Volume 1, Part B Structure. AT1 Reattempts will be conducted whilst supervised in class.	Assessment 1 Due
Session Seven 26 August - 1 September 2024	NCC Volume 1 In this session we will work through Volume 1 Section C – Fire Resistance, as well as Specifications 5-13	Assessment 2
Mid Semester Break 2-8 September 2024	The Mid-semester break is a scheduled break in the semester. No teaching or assessment will occur during this time. Also, your Trainer/Assessor won't be available during this time. If you need to contact them, please email them via your student email account, and they will respond once they return from the break.	Assessment 2
Session Eight 9-15 September 2024	NCC Volume 1 In this session we will work through Volume 1 Section D Access & Egress and Section E Services & Equipment, as well as having a progress check in on AT2 Part 1	Assessment 2
Session Nine 16-22 September 2024	NCC Volume 1 In this session we will work through Volume 1 Section F Health & Amenity, and Section G Ancillary Provisions	Assessment 2
Session Ten 23-29 September 2024	NCC Volume 1 In this session we will work through Volume 1 Section I Special Use Buildings, and Section J Energy Efficiency	Assessment 2
Session Eleven 30 September - 6 October 2024	AT2 Support Session This session will be used as a support session to assist students in working towards completion of AT2	Assessment 2 Due
Session Twelve 7-13 October 2024	Performance Solutions In this session students will learn about performance solutions. Students will learn what a performance solution is, compliance with the NCC related to performance solutions, and be provided with an example of a performance solution and a performance solution report. A discussion will be held on the requirements of AT3.	Assessment 3
Session Thirteen 14-20 October 2024	Develop A Performance Solution In this session students will learn about how to develop performance solutions. Students will be guided through the process of developing a template performance solution report which they may utilise for AT3. A discussion will be held around the requirements for AT3, and students will be allowed time to consult with their trainer on their proposed performance solution for AT3.	Assessment 3 Due
Session Fourteen 21-27 October 2024	Support Session for AT2 / AT3 Resubmissions This session will be used as a support session to assist students conducting resubmissions of AT2 & AT3. Students who do not require resubmissions may use this time to recap and prepare for AT4.	Assessment 2 Resubmissions Due Assessment 4
Session Fifteen 28 October - 3 November 2024	Recap / Attempt 1 of AT3 In this session students will recap content they have learned in weeks 1-14. We will discuss the behaviour of structures under various loads, the effects of forces on buildings, different techniques of construction and construction terminology. AT4 will be conducted in this session whilst being supervised in class.	Assessment 3 Resubmissions Due Assessment 4
Session Sixteen 4 - 10 November 2024	AT4 Attempts 2 & 3 AT4 will be conducted in this session whilst being supervised in class.	Assessment 4 Due
Session Seventeen 11-17 November 2024	Moderation/Resubmissions Please be available for any resubmissions which may  be requested. This will be at the discretion of the moderation panel.
Session Eighteen 18-24 November 2024	Moderation/Resubmissions Please be available for any resubmissions which may  be requested. This will be at the discretion of the moderation panel.
Official Results Release Date TBC	Important: It is your responsibility to check your results on this date. Your official results for this course will be released on this date. Your teacher will not inform you of your final result. It will only be available via My Student Record on RMIT's website.  It is not your Trainer/Assessors responsibility to let you know your final result.  Your teacher will not be available to comment on your assessment or final results from TBC. After this date, you can contact them to talk about your final result if you need it.

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

All required resources will be provided in Canvas.

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS. 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1 - Classifying Buildings

Assessment 2 - Determine Construction Compliance

Assessment 3 - Performance Solutions

Assessment 4 - Knowledge Assessment

Assessment Matrix

Elements and Performance Criteria
Element	Performance criteria	AT1 Classifying Buildings	AT2 Determine Construction Compliance	AT3 Performance Solutions	AT4 Knowledge Questions
Classify building	Determine nature of building, its use and arrangement from construction plans and specifications.		Part 1 Q1
Access, read and interpret relevant Australian Standards and codes for residential building and construction projects.		Part 1 Q1 - Q7
Define classification of building from the NCC.	Part 1	Part 1 Q2
Identify and interpret multiple classifications from the NCC.	Part 1, Part 2	Part 1 Q2
Determine construction compliance requirements	Identify NCC Performance Requirements relevant to Class 1 and 10, up to two storeys, building projects.		Part 1 Q3
Determine range of criteria to ensure that construction methods comply with NCC Performance Requirements.		Part 1 Q3 - Q8
Identify and document non-conforming construction methods against NCC Performance Requirements.		Part 1 Q4 - Q8
Propose and discuss Performance Solution with design and building and construction professionals.			1.1.1, 1.1.4, 2.1.1, 2.1.4
Analyse and apply Assessment Methods to determine compliance with Performance Solution or Deem-to-Satisfy Solution (DTS).		Part 1 Q3 - Q8	1.2, 2.2
Meet the evidence of suitability requirements for building materials and products stated in the NCC.		Part 1 Q3 - Q8	1.3, 2.3
Complete relevant documentation to meet NCC requirements.			1.5, 2.5
Determine fire protection requirements	Identify NCC and other legislative requirements for passive and active fire control elements in buildings.		Part 1 Q3, Q6
Determine level of fire resistance required for the construction of various buildings.		Part 1 Q6
Check existing buildings for compliance with passive and active fire protection requirements.		Part 1 Q6 - Q8

 

Foundation Skills – This section is only completed when foundation are explicitly stated in the unit of competency. In most Training Packages the foundation skills are integrated into the unit of competency and this is clearly stated.
As well as the foundation skills explicit in the performance criteria of this unit, candidates require:	Describe how each foundation skill is demonstrated through the relevant assessment
problem-solving skills to:
analyse non-conforming construction methods, define key problem and produce appropriate solution	AT2: Analysing construction methods against NCC requirements, determining non compliance and proposing solutions to rectify
seek clarification of appropriate solution to meet construction method compliance	AT3: Seeking clarification regarding the performance solution developed
technology skills to:
use digital tools and devices to communicate and collaborate effectively with others	AT3: Communicating regarding the developed performance solution
use equipment and programs to access, extract information and develop relevant documentation.	AT2: Accessing and interpreting the NCC, and various construction project files AT3: Documenting performance solutions in the form of a performance solution report

 

Performance Evidence	AT1 Classifying Buildings	AT2 Determine Construction Compliance	AT3 Performance Solutions	AT4 Knowledge Questions
To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the elements and performance criteria of this unit by applying codes and standards to the construction process of one Class 1 or 10 building project, to a maximum of two storeys.
In doing this, the candidate must:
determine type of construction and use of building from construction plans and specifications and class of building using National Construction Code (NCC) classifications		Part 1 Q1, Q2
identify current building and construction codes and Australian Standards relevant to the building project		Part 1 Q3 - Q6
apply NCC Performance Requirements in relation to the design and construction of the building: energy efficiency damp and weatherproofing fire safety health and amenity structure safe movement and access ancillary provisions		Part 1 Q1 - Q8
apply Performance Solutions to ensure that construction complies with NCC Performance Requirements			Part 1, Part 2
identify faults and problems and propose actions to rectify		Part 1 Q5 - Q8
inspect a building to determine fire protection compliance with NCC and other legislative requirements.		Part 1 Q7 - Q8

 

 

Knowledge Evidence	AT1 Classifying Buildings	AT2 Determine Construction Compliance	AT3 Performance Solutions	AT4 Knowledge Questions
To be competent in this unit, a candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
government building legislation, codes and standards				1, 2, 3
the NCC: Performance Requirements and General Requirements Performance Solutions and Assessment Methods Performance Hierarchy evidence of suitability for building materials and products classes of building and types of construction	Part 1, Part 2	Part 1 Q1 - Q8		4, 5, 6, 7
organisational policies and procedures, quality systems and best practice approaches			Part 1 Part 2	8
workplace safety requirements				9
properties, characteristics and limitations of specified building materials and components				10
processes, procedures and techniques of construction				11
basic building design principles and the behaviour of structures under stress, strain, compression, bending or combined actions				12, 28, 29, 30
causes and implications of building defects related to failure of applying building codes and standards to residential and commercial buildings		Part 1 Q1 - Q8		13
extent of remedial work required for various defects cause by inadequate design and application of building codes and practices		Part 1 Q1 - Q8	Part 1 Part 2	14
environmental requirements and sustainability principles and concepts				15
project plans, specifications, working drawings and structural details		Part 1 Q1 - Q8	all	16
construction terminology.	Part 1, Part 2	Part 1 Q1 - Q8	all	17

Assessment conditions	Describe how assessments meet the assessment conditions
Assessment can be undertaken in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment.  A simulated environment is one that realistically replicates workplace conditions, materials and equipment, interactions with others and workplace irregularities, and which meets industry standards for safety and environmental practices.	Assessment is undertaken in a simulated workplace environment. Students are provided with construction plans, specifications and photographs throughout the construction process. Students are able to interact with others in a simulated environment led by trainer facilitation.
Candidates must have access to: relevant government building and construction regulations current building and construction codes and standards NCC Volume 2 construction drawings, site plans and specifications  organisational policies and procedures and other quality documentation to undertake the performance criteria and assessment requirements digital technology devices, applications and software to source and document information.	Students have access to the following resources: relevant government building and construction regulations current building and construction codes and standards NCC Volume 2 construction drawings, site plans and specifications and photographs for various construction projects A simulated workplace environment including organisational policies and procedures Canvas, MS Word, MS Excel, Internet

 

Other Information

Attendance Requirement - 85% for all students

Resubmission Policy: To pass this course, students must achieve a Satisfactory (S) result for all their Assessments (and parts of those assessments).

Students who do not achive a Satisfactory (S) result for their entire original submission for an Assessment will be provided with 1 (one) more submission opportunity (e.g. the resubmission) with a specific due date by their assessor. Students must achive a Satisfactory (S) result on their resubmission for that Assessment, by the due date given to them by their Assessor. 

Students who fail to submit their assessment by the due date will be issued a DNS (Did Not Submit) result which will not be overturned by teaching or managing staff. A DNS result will be overturned based on an approved Extention of Time or approved Special Consideration.

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 lodgment 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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