Course Title: Apply structural and construction technology to the design of commercial buildings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2011
Course Code: BUIL5924
Course Title: Apply structural and construction technology to the design of commercial buildings
School: 320T Design (TAFE)
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6097 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Course Contact : Rosetta Di Giangregorio
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819
Course Contact Email:design.tafe@rmit.edu.au
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Nominal Hours: 120
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural and construction technology to the design of commercial buildings. It requires compliance with state legislation and the provisions for BCA Classes 2 to 9 and relevant Australian Standards as they apply to the structural and construction components of a commercial building.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VPAU584 Apply structural and construction technology to the design of commercial buildings |
Element: |
1. Apply the regulatory requirements for the design of commercial buildings |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Relevant state legislation impacting on design and construction is investigated and interpreted for a commercial building.
1.3 Local government planning and construction regulations are investigated and interpreted for the design and construction of a commercial building. |
Element: |
2. Investigate site |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Site features and available services are identified to plan site preparation to inform the design intent and for preparation of documentation.
2.3 Environmental issues impacting on the site are identified and controlled according to regulatory requirements. |
Element: |
3 Analyse and apply construction techniques and/or methodologies |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Structural systems are analysed and construction methodologies are applied to solve construction system and design issues.
3.4 Scope of work and performance requirements are determined and documented according to project requirements.
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Element: |
4. Specify structural requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Timber wall, floor and roof framing systems are designed and detailed in accordance with timber framing code and with consultation with engineer if required.
4.6 Details of weatherproofing are indicated to meet relevant Australian Standards. |
Element: |
5. Comply with fire resistance requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Building is designed to maintain structural stability and provide safeguards in the event of fire. 5.2 Specifications for building design comply with statutory requirements for fire separation and Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) provisions of the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
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Element: |
6. Specify requirements for safety, health and amenity |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Wet area materials and sealing of wall and flooring junctions are specified and details documented.
6.6 Building insulation levels, glazing requirements and ventilation are analysed to determine energy usage. |
Element: |
7. Specify requirements for construction |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Details for claddings, linings, finishes and coatings are specified in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and relevant Australian Standards.
7.3 Provisions for the installation and connection of services are specified in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and relevant Australian Standards. |
Learning Outcomes
This unit of competency supports the attainment of the skills and knowledge required for building designers to apply structural and construction technology to the design of commercial buildings and includes compliance with current legal responsibilities of building designers for construction methods.
Details of Learning Activities
To be advised
Teaching Schedule
To be advised
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
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:
• comply with legislative requirements applicable to the design of commercial buildings
• apply the principles of structural and construction to the design of commercial buildings in compliance with the applicable local government authority, relevant legislation and the Building Code of Australia (BCA)
• develop specifications for structural components of a commercial building.
Assessment Tasks
To be advised
Assessment Matrix
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.
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Extension of Time for Submission of Assessable work Procedure:
Students must refer to the RMIT policy for eligibility and procedures.
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Equitable Assessment:
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Special Consideration:
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Assessment Decisions:
Final assessment decisions can be reviewed and or appealed.
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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:
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