Course Title: Manage architectural project administration
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2023
Course Code: ARCH5235
Course Title: Manage architectural project administration
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
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Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
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: C6161 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Course Contact: Catherine Ciavarella
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254819
Course Contact Email: catherine.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Badru Ahmed
Nominal Hours: 60
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
NA
Course Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to manage architectural administration and the development of project documentation. It requires the knowledge of the
legislation pertaining to project administration and the ability to comply with the organisational requirements for quality assurance. Work is expected to be undertaken in
consultation with both internal personnel and external consultants and with limited supervision.
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: |
VU22468 Manage architectural project administration |
Element: |
Complete a standard contract |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Statutory authorities connected to the project are identified and applicable information is obtained. 3.2 Quality assurance standards and procedures are identified which may impact on building projects and contracts. 3.3 Types of standard architectural/building contracts required for specific stages in the documentation process are identified and the appropriate templates are accessed, including the relevant legislation requirements. 3.4 Standard contract is completed ensuring all information is correct and complies with relevant legislation and organisational quality assurance procedures. 3.5 Basic cost indicators are calculated for a specific building project and invoices are prepared in accordance with organisational procedures. |
Element: |
Complete a standard specification |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Standard forms of specifications are identified and the limitations are defined with reference to a specific building project. 6.2 Specification is selected and customised as necessary, to suit the building project, in consultation with relevant parties. 6.3 Standard/customised specification for the building project is completed to a professional standard. |
Element: |
Complete project management schedule |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Parameters, milestones and benchmarks associated with a building project are identified. 7.2 Project constraints are analysed and strategies are implemented for their management. 7.3 Schedule is produced showing project milestones and various approval stages to ensure effective project management. |
Element: |
Determine documentation processes |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Schedule of drawings required for approval stages is developed and items included in the contract documentation are determined. 1.2 The process for contract documentation development, including the order of precedence, is determined and the associated legal responsibilities are reviewed. 1.3 The main forms of contracts, their essential components and the process of contract enforcement are reviewed, including the means for dispute resolution. 1.4 Conditions under which a contract can be deemed valid/invalid are determined. 1.5 Organisational systems for recording, storage and retrieval of information are complied with, including processes for privacy and security. 1.6 Procedures for all types of file management, printing and electronic communication are followed in the development of project documentation. |
Element: |
Determine requirements for approval submission |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Planning scheme provisions are researched to determine state and local planning policies, zones and overlays and other provisions affecting land use and development. 2.2 Types of planning permit and additional approvals are identified and details reviewed according to the requirements of the planning scheme. 2.3 Required documentation is identified for planning approval submission according to local council specifications. 2.4 Stages of approval process are determined according to particular project requirements and recorded for inclusion in project management schedule. |
Element: |
Determine requirements for Competition and Consumer Act |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 The provisions of the Competition and Consumer Act that impact on design drafting practices are researched. The impacts of these provisions are analysed and the organisational procedure for their management is followed, to ensure compliance with legislation. |
Element: |
Determine requirements for copyright compliance |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Legal principles for copyright are identified and the implications for designers are analysed. 4.2 Organisational procedures for copyright and protection against plagiarism are identified and all documentation is developed in compliance. |
Learning Outcomes
This unit of competency supports the attainment of the skills and knowledge required for building designers to manage the documentation and administration requirements for
architectural projects.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is partly undertaken in association with Undertake complex architectural projects ARCH5236.
This unit requires teamwork.
Delivery is online via Canvas with weekly teacher led topic discussions as scheduled.
Attendance in all scheduled lectures is expected for successful completion of this course.
The following list is indicative of the range of activities undertaken in the course:
- lectures,
- discussions,
- supervised and independent project work,
- supervised and independent research,
- group work,
- on-line quizzes.
Emphasis of activities may vary depending on the specifics of the assessment tasks.
Refer to Canvas for details:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98041
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Teaching Schedule
This is a general outline only and may not reflect the timetabled classes, public holidays, mid-semester breaks or other factors that affect the delivery.
The Canvas shell contains a more detailed teaching schedule and must be referred to on a regular (weekly) basis.
Further updates may be communicated via Canvas Announcements by your teacher or the course coordinator.
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change.
week | topic | submissions |
W-01 | NO LECTURE | |
W-02 | INTRODUCTION | AT-01 - ISSUE - Part A + Part B |
W-03 | ||
W-04 | ||
W-05 | ||
W-06 | ||
W-07 | AT-01 - ISSUE - Part C | |
W-08 | ||
W-09 | ||
W-10 | ||
W-11 | ||
W-12 | AT-01 - ISSUE - Part D | |
W-13 | ||
W-14 | ||
W-15 | AT-02 KNOWLEDGE - online quiz | |
W-16 | NO LECTURE | AT-01 SUBMISSION - All Parts |
This schedule may vary, refer to Canvas for details:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98041
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Refer to Canvas for unit specific resources:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98041
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
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
Assessment Overview:
This unit is delivered as a lecture series, and assessed through knowledge questions and project-based assessment techniques replicating building design drafting workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.
Assessment Tasks and Submissions:
All assessment tasks in this course MUST be submitted as scheduled (timely submissions) in order to be assessed for Competency at the end of the unit.
- Submitting all assessment tasks does not equate to Competency Achieved. Competency is assessed against the unit's performance criteria as per the Assessment Matrix.
- Failing to submit all assessment tasksby the scheduled deadlines throughout the academic period will result in a DNS - Did Not Submit awarded at the end of unit.
- Adjustments to assessments can be made by following RMIT protocol: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
- Always refer to the Teaching Schedule for dates: https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98041/assignments/syllabus
- All assessment tasks MUST be authenticated in order to be assessed. Authentication requires students to actively participate in ALL scheduled classes and have work reviewed by the teacher as required by the assessment briefs.
- Resubmissions are generally not possible unless specified in a particular assessment brief - refer to the summary below.
Assessment Processes:
All assessment tasks in this unit are assessed as either formative and/or summative:
- Formative assessments evaluate student performance throughout the unit.
- Formative assessments provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered essential building blocks for the more substantial Summative Assessments.
- Formative assessments in this course are assessed against a range of criteria as Satisfactory or Not Satisfactory.
- Summative assessments evaluate student learning at the end of the unit, against the unit's Performance Criteria and Required Skills and Knowledge.
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Summative assessments in this course are required to be deemed satisfactory against all assessment criteria in order for a
Competency Achieved grade awarded. - If any assessment criteria are deemed Not Satisfactory on a Summative Assessment, a Not Yet Competent grade will be awarded.
Assessment Tasks Summary:
Type | Assessment | Resubmission | |
AT-01 | Product | Formative + Summative | NO |
AT-02 | Knowledge | Formative + Summative | Multiple attempts at the online quiz |
* At the project deadline, if the submitted work is sufficiently complete and can be authenticated, a teacher may allow one resubmission opportunity.
Refer to Canvas Assignment section for more specific assessment criterial and details:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98041
Assessment Task Feedback Processes:
1. General Feedback:
The most important feedback is the feedback that occurs in lecture discussions and via the resources provided through Canvas. As such, students are expected to:
- attend and participate in every lecture as scheduled.
- understand that valuable feedback and advice may be delivered in an ad hoc basis.
- reference the Canvas based resources regularly.
- take a scholastic approach to their studies, which includes note taking and reflection.
- review the teaching schedule prior to classes to ensure you come to each class prepared.
2. Formal Feedback:
Rubrics in Canvas will display feedback across a range of assessment criteria specific to each Assessment Task. Further details are available through Canvas under the Assignments section: https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98041
This unit is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment and RMIT University VE Grades:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/results/grading-information/vet-grades#final
NB: 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.
Refer to Canvas for details:
https://rmit.instructure.com/courses/98041
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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
The links below are to various parts of the RMIT website and should be referred to on a regular basis until familiarity with them is achieved.
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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