Course Title: Integrate services layout into design documentation

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2021

Course Code: ARCH5229

Course Title: Integrate services layout into design documentation

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6161 - 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

David Anderson

david.anderson@rmit.edu.au

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

None

Course Description

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to integrate the layout of services and connections into building design documentation for residential (Building Code of Australia (BCA) Classes 1 and 10) and commercial (BCA Classes 2 to 9) buildings. It includes the knowledge and application of current sustainable and energy efficient practices
and appliances and involves consultation with other professionals to obtain agreement on service layout details and specifications.

It requires compliance with relevant legislation, Australian Standards and the BCA. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. However this unit forms part of a minimum qualification requirement for registration with the Building Practitioners Board as a building designer (architectural).
 

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	VU22461 Integrate services layout into design documentation
Element:	Document electrical and electronic services layout
Performance Criteria:	5.1 Electrical and electronic service systems are evaluated and documented and supply authorities are identified. 5.2 Design and installation of emergency warning systems, emergency lighting and exit signage are evaluated and documented in accordance with the relevant legislation. 5.3 Methods of vertical transportation are evaluated and documented in accordance with the relevant legislation.
Element:	Document layouts of water supply and hot water systems
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Water supply, connection and layout are identified and documented for buildings connected to a town supply or a tank storage supply in accordance with the relevant legislation. 1.2 Installation of water services supplying fire hydrants, fire hose reels and fire sprinkler systems and interconnection of water tanks for fire services are identified in accordance with the relevant legislation. 1.3 Details of hot water systems are evaluated and documented according to suitability and energy rating to maximise energy efficiency.
Element:	Document methods and layout for ventilation, air-conditioning and fire protection systems
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Methods and layout of mechanical ventilation and air-conditioning systems are evaluated and documented according to energy rating to maximise energy efficiency and optimise indoor environmental quality. 3.2 Systems for natural ventilation are evaluated to determine optimal building performance. 3.3 Methods for smoke hazard management are evaluated and documented according to the relevant legislation. 3.4 Requirements for fire protection systems for various building classifications are evaluated and documented in accordance with the relevant legislation.
Element:	Document natural and artificial lighting options
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Design considerations for natural lighting are evaluated to determine optimal user comfort in accordance with Australian Standards for lighting levels. 4.2 Artificial lighting and light sources are compared to recommended service luminance in accordance with the relevant legislation.
Element:	Document sewerage and drainage disposal methods and layouts
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Sewerage connection and layout are determined for connection in accordance with the relevant legislation. 2.2 Disposal of sewerage from fixtures situated below the level of the local authority sewer for both residential and commercial buildings are identified in accordance with the relevant legislation. 2.3 The design and installation of drainage systems are documented in accordance with relevant legislation and stormwater disposal methods are identified.
Element:	Finalise services layout
Performance Criteria:	6.1 Details of services layout and any required amendments are confirmed with service engineer or other consultants. 6.2 Shop drawings and other relevant documentation are checked and signed off against design specifications.

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency supports the attainment of the skills and knowledge required for building designers to integrate services layout into designs for residential and commercial buildings in consultation with other professionals and finalise documentation in compliance with relevant legislation and the BCA.
 

Details of Learning Activities

This course will be delivered remotely

• lectures
• group discussion
• research
• independent project-based work
• via On line communication

Teaching Schedule

Week 1, Lecture 1: Services Intro, MP01 Data Collection Project Introduction

Week 3, Lecture 2: MP01, Review and Q&A

Week 5, Lecture 3: MP02 Research & Document Project Introduction

Week 7, Lecture 4: MP02 Additional information and Q&A

Week 8, Lecture 5, MP02 Additional information and Q&A

Week 10, Lecture 6: MP03 Shop Drawing Project Introduction

Week 11, Lecture 7, MP03 Additional information and Q&A

Week 13, Lecture 8: Services review and revision

 

Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources. 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Industry References 

Lysaght Referee

NCC Volume One and Two

Relevant Australian Standards

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:

The Learning Lab
 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab

The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub

English for uni workshops
 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops

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 replicate design drafting workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures. Holistic or project-based assessment with other related units is recommended.
 

Assessment Tasks

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria

AT01, Data Collection. This assessment task requires you to Research and answer 20 knowledge questions and  to investigate and record available site services information for a building site.

AT02, Research & Document. This assessment task requires you to Research and answer 30 knowledge questions and Produce preliminary site plans, floor plans and roof plans based on your allocated project. Research the required services for your project and produce a basic floor plan and roof plan showing the location size & type of the required building services.

AT03. Shop drawing review. This assessment task requires you to Research and answer 6 knowledge questions and review a mechanical services shop drawing and compare the consistency with the corresponding consulting engineer’s drawing.

• Assessment work will predominantly take place out of class, although there will be limited opportunity to ask questions during Services lectures and by email.
• All assessment tasks are to be produced and submitted as individual tasks
• You will have the opportunity to resubmit each assessment once only if assessment tasks are deemed unsatisfactory.
• All assessment tasks must be completed successfully to be deemed competent for this course

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:

CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.  

Other Information

Attendance: Your learning experience will involve attending lectures and completing project work. It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Information about your studies:

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.

 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

 

Assessment:

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment

 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity

 

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.  

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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