Course Title: Produce preliminary and working drawings for commercial buildings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: ARCH5232
Course Title: Produce preliminary and working drawings for commercial buildings
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability
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: 180
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 outcomes required to produce two and three-dimensional drawings in accordance with standard industry practice and to a level suitable for
building permit approval applications. It includes the ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and to produce working drawings for commercial buildings (Building Code of
Australia Classes 2 to 9).
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VU22463 Produce preliminary and working drawings for commercial buildings |
Element: |
Produce a set of working drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Scope of works and time frame for completion of drawings is negotiated and agreed. 4.2 Working drawings are completed to meet architectural conventions and in accordance with the relevant legislation. 4.3 Detailed specifications are included on working drawings and are completed to architectural conventions. 4.4 Working drawings are checked for consistency of presentation, cross-referencing and accuracy and to ensure compliance with relevant legislation. |
Element: |
Produce preliminary drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Simple two and three-dimensional preliminary drawings are created using architectural drawing conventions and in compliance with relevant legislation. 1.2 Sectional drawings of simple structural elements are created using architectural drawing conventions. 1.3 Essential information is recorded on drawings with symbols and abbreviations according to architectural drawing conventions. |
Element: |
Produce preliminary working drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Requirements and criteria for preliminary working drawings are interpreted according to the scope of the job being undertaken. 3.2 Preliminary working drawings with annotated construction details are completed in accordance with the relevant legislation. |
Element: |
Read and interpret plans and specifications for a commercial building |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Relevant plans and specifications are identified to develop a set of working drawings. 2.2 Key information is located, interpreted and articulated according to relevant specifications and relevant legislation. 2.3 Advice is sought from client and other stakeholders, when required, to articulate and clarify any issues. |
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
The course will be delivered predominantly and face to face
In this unit of learning you will undertake a range of learning activities including:
- exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations on-line
- seminars/workshops
- design activities or projects
- group projects
- peer learning
- guest lecture/presentation
- class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project-based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/teacher feedback
Teaching Schedule
| Week | Task 1 | Task 2 | Task 3 | Studio Content | Assessment Due | |
| 1 | AT1 | Course Introduction, AT1, Research & Document Intro. AT1, Part A Knowledge questions | ||||
| 2 | AT1, Part B, Template Drawings | CWD-AT1, 18 Feb | ||||
| 3 | AT2 | AT2 Factory, Project Intro. Part A, Redesign compliance check | ||||
| 4 | Part B, Site Plan, Floor Plan & Roof Plan | |||||
| 5 | Part B, Cross Section | |||||
| 6 | Part B, Elevations (north, west, south east) | |||||
| 7 | Part B, Details, | |||||
| 8 | Part B, Details. Part C & D, project finalization | CWD-AT2, 1st Apr | ||||
| 9 | AT3 |
AT3 Richmond, Drawing Grid Setup, Basement Floor Plan |
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| 10 | No Commercial Working Drawing Studios | |||||
| 11 | Part A, Redesign compliance check Part B, Combined Ground Floor Plan and Site Plan |
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| 12 | Part B, First Floor Plan | |||||
| 13 | Part B, Reflected Ceiling Plan, Section | |||||
| 14 | Part B, Section | |||||
| 15 | Part B, Elevations | |||||
| 16 | Part C & D, project finalization | CWD-AT3, 3rd June |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
RMIT Library:
Library Subject Guides: Architecture, Building Design and Urban Design
https://rmit.libguides.com/architecturebuildingandurbandesign
including:
- Australian Standards Online (SAI Global)
- Acumen (Australian Institute of Architects) and more...
RMIT Study Support
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
including:
- One-on-one consultations
- Peer mentoring
- Studiosity
- Learning Lab and more...
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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
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 required 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.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1: Research & Document
Assessment Task 2: Factory/Warehouse
Assessment Task 3: Richmond Low Rise
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
Assessment Matrix
The Assessment Matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.
These mapping documents are available through the Program Administration if required.
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Other Information
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Academic Integrity:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity
Academic Progress:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Appeals:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/appeals
Apply for Credit:
- 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
Assessment (including submission):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/my-course/assessment-results/assessment
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises.
It is expected that you will attend all timetabled sessions and engage in the required learning activities.
This is the only way to ensure you maximise your opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Employability skills:
http://mams.rmit.edu.au/m1ad83koqygu.pdf
Extensions and special consideration:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
Student Charter:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-life/rights-responsibilities/charter
Student Responsibilities:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-life/rights-responsibilities/statement
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