Course Title: Undertake site survey and analysis to inform design process
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: BUIL6324
Course Title: Undertake site survey and analysis to inform design process
Important Information:
Students are to read this document to ensure that all completed assessment tasks comply with the listed learning elements and performance criteria.
School: 320T Architecture & Urban 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
Gordon.Bell@rmit.edu.au
Matthew.Ciavarella@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to undertake a site survey and a site analysis for residential and commercial building projects. It includes the use of basic measuring and levelling equipment, recording and interpretation of data, and evaluation of, and compliance with relevant legislation.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VU21587 Undertake site survey and analysis to inform design process |
Element: |
1. Prepare to carry out a measured survey |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Relevant information and documentation is collected prior to undertaking survey. |
Element: |
2. Undertake a site analysis and record site and building information |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Relationship of site to adjoining properties and surrounding environment is identified and recorded to establish the context of the development. |
Element: |
3. Measure and record linear distances on site using basic surveying equipment |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Distances are measured accurately using basic surveying equipment. |
Element: |
4. Set up and use levelling devices to determine horizontal and vertical angles |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Collate site analysis data to determine site features, existing conditions and levels. |
Element: |
5. Plot contours and cut and fill |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Spot level values are used to interpolate contour lines, which are plotted accurately in plan. |
Element: |
6. Produce measured drawings and documentation |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Measured drawings and site details are developed from site survey and site analysis data. |
Learning Outcomes
This unit of competency supports the attainment of the skills and knowledge required by building designers to undertake a site survey and a site analysis for building projects within the context of relevant legislation, the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and Australian Standards.
Details of Learning Activities
Lectures
Class activities
Site activities
Studio sessions
Teaching Schedule
ACADEMIC WEEK |
Details |
Assessment |
Week 3 |
Introduction to Site Survey, Site analysis process beginning with data collection |
Submission 1: Data collection |
Week 4 |
Site plans for construction. |
Submission 2 : Site Plan
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Week 5 |
Studio measure. Lecture on the use and methods of measuring equipment, how to record data. Photographing site. |
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Week 6 |
Document Studio measure. Discuss importance of accurate details. |
Submission 3 : Studio measure |
Week 7 |
Internal measure briefing. Review methods of measuring equipment, how to record data. Site analysis and photographing site. |
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Week 8 |
SELF DIRECTED WEEK : Students to complete internal measure at home. |
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SEMESTER BREAK |
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Week 9 |
Document internal measure. Review importance of accurate details. |
Submission 4 : Internal measure |
Week 10 |
Levels. How to record level and reduce levels. How to use booking sheet. How to reduce site levels taken. Site analysis process. Photographing site. Group site measure. |
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Week 11 |
Document site measure. Briefing on Industry standards and processes. Cut and fill batters are calculated and accurately plotted in plan and section. |
Preliminary review site measure progress. |
Week 12 |
Document Levels. Review AHD, RL processes. Contour review, interpreting drawings levels. Drawing representation. |
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Week 13 |
Complete Levels. Review AHD, RL processes. Datum marks. Bench marks. Review Survey processes and outcomes |
Submission 5 : Submit Group Levelling |
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Depending on class needs and availability of resources, delivery may vary.
For detail outline of the teaching schedule, course structure and current updates, refer to ‘course resources’ in the RMIT LMS and myRMIT. The teaching schedule may be subject to change; students will be made aware of changes in advance.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
NCC |
References
Other Resources
Refer to Canvas
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 organisational policies and procedures, including OHS
• undertake a site survey and site analysis for residential building and/or commercial building projects, in compliance with the applicable local
government authority, relevant legislation and the Building Code of Australia (BCA)
• Produce measured drawings and other documentation detailing site information as determined by the project brief, organisational procedures and in compliance with the applicable local government authority.
Assessment Tasks
All assessments must be submitted to pass this course.
Submitting all assessments does not constitute a pass grade in this course.
Assessment 1 - 10%
Assessment 2 - 10%
Assessment 3 - 15%
Assessment 4 - 25%
Assessment 5 - 40%
Assessment Matrix
Refer to Canvas
Other Information
Academic Progress:
At the end of each semester student progress will be reviewed by the Student Academic Progress Review Committee. Students failing 50% of their program load or more, at this stage will be reviewed according to the University's unsatisfactory academic progress procedure.
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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:
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Equitable Assessment:
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Special Consideration:
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Assessment Principles:
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.
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