Course Title: Undertake complex architectural projects

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2020

Course Code: ARCH5236

Course Title: Undertake complex architectural projects

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

Lisa Mee
(Co-Team Lead)
e: lisa.mee@rmit.edu.au

Andrew Rodda
(Co-Team Lead)
e: andrew.rodda@rmit.edu.au
skype: andrewRMIT
twitter:andrewRMIT

 

Nominal Hours: 280

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

Completion of Year 1 and 2 of the Advanced Diploma in Building Design (Architectural)

Course Description

This unit specifies the outcomes required to undertake complex architectural projects for residential (National Construction Code) Classes 1 and 10) and/or commercial (NCC Classes 2 to 9) buildings.

It includes consultation with a client to prepare a project brief and the development and presentation of a design concept that meets the requirements of the brief, relevant legislative requirements, including codes and standards.

It requires the preparation of all necessary documentation and the development of a critical path management chart.

It requires thorough knowledge of the NCC, relevant Australian Standards and local authority regulatory requirements.
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:

VU22469 Manage architectural project administration

Element:

Determine requirements for the project

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Client is consulted to confirm details of building design to develop the project brief.

1.2 Preliminary analysis of planning and local authority regulations is undertaken to ascertain requirements.

1.3 Feasibility study is performed to determine and document the viability of the project.

1.4 Site analysis and survey are undertaken and a detailed site analysis is prepared for planning permit application

1.5 Brief is drafted and evaluated against client requirements and submitted to client for confirmation, and any amendments are negotiated.

Element:

Develop design concept

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Design response is developed in accordance with client brief and presentation drawings/models are produced for client presentation.

2.2 Design concept is presented to client using a variety of presentation materials to assist in understanding key concepts.

2.3 Approval for the final design is obtained from client, and the relevant documentation is finalised for client contract.

Element:

Finalise design

Performance Criteria:

3.1 The approved design is finalised and reviewed against the budget and the appropriate documentation is developed to adequately communicate the design.

3.2 A preliminary selection of materials and finishes is selected in accordance with project brief.

3.3 Planning application documents are prepared and the client is assisted with lodgement of the Town Planning application and the processes to complete the application and advertising process.

3.4 Consultation is undertaken with local authorities, neighbours and other interested parties, if required.

3.5 Design work to be undertaken by external personnel is coordinated, as required.

3.6 Design concepts for internal spaces, finishes and services are developed and relevant documentation is developed or obtained.

Element:

Prepare a critical path management diagram

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Suitable methods for building procurement are determined according to project brief and organisational procedures.

5.2 Requirements for project supervision are determined to ensure design intent and specifications comply with contract documents and project schedule.

5.3 Stages for the implementation of progress claims, claims for extensions of time and issuing of progress certificates are identified according to the project schedule.

5.4 Stages for the preparation of defect notices and certificates for practical completion and final completion are identified according to the project schedule.

5.5 A critical path management diagram is finalised and confirmed with relevant stakeholders for all stages in the design and construction process.

Element:

Prepare and coordinate documentation development

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Documents are prepared in accordance with workplace procedures to enable the project to be tendered.

4.2 Details of specifications are integrated into documentation, as required.

4.3 Joinery and internal spaces and electrical documents are prepared or facilitated for inclusion into contract set.

4.4 Drainage and landscape documents are prepared or facilitated for inclusion into contract set.

4.5 Work from specialist consultants is coordinated and integrated into architectural documentation.

4.6 Opinion of probable cost is prepared or facilitated and completed documents are checked and submitted for building approval.


Learning Outcomes


This unit of competency supports the attainment of the skills and knowledge required for building designers to complete complex architectural projects, which comply with the BCA and other relevant legislation. Work is expected to be undertaken in consultation with other stakeholders and under limited supervision. It requires the problem solving skills to complete the design and documentation of a complex architectural project.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities will take place in an on line studio, workshop or classroom using industry standard equipment and resources.

You will complete exercises with industry styled projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.

In class activities may include:

  • class exercises to review discussions/lectures
  • analysis/critique of relevant reading material
  • seminar presentations
  • lectures
  • design activities & projects
  • group tasks
  • peer reviews
  • guest lectures
  • group discussion
  • online research
  • independent project based work
  • teacher directed group activities/projects
  • studio practice
  • ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
  • other activities as determined by teaching staff

Out of class activities may include:

  • Site and neighbourhood visit
  • Independent research This course includes a work integrated learning experience in which your knowledge and skills will be applied and assessed in a real or simulated workplace context and where feedback from industry and/ or community is integral to your experience.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
This is the designated Work Integrated Learning (WIL) course for [Program Code] [Program Name]. This course includes a WIL experience in which your knowledge and skills will be applied and assessed in a workplace context and where feedback from industry and/or community is integral to your experience.


Teaching Schedule

 

 

For detail outline of the teaching schedule, course structure and current updates, refer to "Syllabus" on  RMIT LMS (Canvas) https://rmit.instructure.com/

 

While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment.  Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 


Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 

   


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 replicate building design workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.
 


Assessment Tasks

To demonstrate competency in this course you need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.

(Product) Assessment task 1 Pre-Design/ Project Administration

(Product) Assessment task 2 Major Project

You will receive feedback with verbal and evaluation of your progress within class time. The submitted projects will be assessed with feedback as well as a quality indicator that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome.

A grade of DNS will be recorded if a student fails to submit all assessments or fails a final major project.
Preliminary work will be reworked as necessary until final submission

Refer to the teaching schedule for the final submission date
Late work will not be accepted unless accompanied by an approved extension of time or special consideration form, prior to the submission date. Refer to RMIT policies and procedures for details.
Submitting all assessment tasks does not guarantee a pass in this course
Work must be authenticated in order to be assessed (weekly review of work during class time)
You will receive verbal and/or written feedback in evaluation of your progress within class time for which you will be responsible to engage with and record.

Grade Description range

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

RNF Result not Finalised

 

 


Assessment Matrix

Element 

Performance criteria 

 

 
 

 

 
 

Assessment Task: 

Pre-Design 

Assessment Task: 

 Major Project  

1. Determine requirements for the project. 

1.1 Client is consulted to confirm details of building design to develop the project brief. 

1.1 Project Brief 

 

 

1.2 Preliminary analysis of planning and local authority regulations is undertaken to ascertain requirements. 

1.2.1.Property Report

 
 

 

 

1.3 Feasibility study is performed to determine and document the viability of the project. 

1.3 Feasibility Study 

 
 

 

 

1.4 Site analysis and survey are undertaken and a detailed site analysis is prepared for planning permit application. 

1.2.2 Site Visit 

 
 

 

 

1.5 Brief is drafted and evaluated against client requirements and submitted to client for confirmation, and any amendments are negotiated. 

1.1.1 Client Confirmation 

 

2. Develop design concept. 

2.1 Design response is developed in accordance with client brief and presentation drawings/models are produced for client presentation. 

 

2.7 Project Presentation 

 

2.2 Design concept is presented to client using a variety of presentation materials to assist in understanding key concepts. 

 

2.1.1 Concept 

 

2.3 Approval for the final design is obtained from client, and the relevant documentation is finalised for client contract. 

 

2.7 Project Presentation 

3. Finalise Design 

3.1 The approved design is finalised and reviewed against the budget and the appropriate documentation is developed to adequately communicate the design. 

 

3.3 Budget Review 

 

3.2 A preliminary selection of materials and finishes is selected in accordance with project brief.  

 

3.4 Materials Palette 

 

3.3 Planning application documents are prepared and the client is assisted with lodgement of the Town Planning application and the processes to complete the application and advertising process.  

 

3.1 – 3.4 Finalise Design 

 

3.4 Consultation is undertaken with local authorities, neighbours and other interested parties, if required.  

 

 
 

 

3.5 Design work to be undertaken by external personnel is coordinated, as required.  

 

 
 

 

3.6 Design concepts for internal spaces, finishes and services are developed and relevant documentation is developed or obtained. 

 

3.5 Interior Design / Joinery Package 

4. Prepare and coordinate documentation development. 

4.1 Documents are prepared in accordance with workplace procedures to enable the project to be tendered.  

 

4.0 Documentation Package (Tender Set) 

 

4.2 Details of specifications are integrated into documentation, as required. 

 

5.1 Specification/ research of primary construction material. 

 

4.3 Joinery and internal spaces and electrical documents are prepared or facilitated for inclusion into contract set. 

 

4.4 Wet Area plan & elevations 

 

4.4 Drainage and landscape documents are prepared or facilitated for inclusion into contract set.  

 

4.2 Site Plan 

 

4.5 Work from specialist consultants is coordinated and integrated into architectural documentation.  

 

4.3 Reflected Ceiling Plan 

 

4.6 Opinion of probable cost is prepared or facilitated and completed documents are checked and submitted for building approval. 

 

5.2 Final cost breakdown. 

5. Prepare a critical path management diagram. 

5.1 Suitable methods for building procurement are determined according to project brief and organisational procedures.  

Gantt chart tasks are broken down and students are facilitated through this process in class using Microsoft project or project libre (open source),  software. 

 
 

 

5.2 Requirements for project supervision are determined to ensure design intent and specifications comply with contract documents and project schedule.  

 

 
 

 

5.3 Stages for the implementation of progress claims, claims for extensions of time and issuing of progress certificates are identified according to the project schedule.  

 

 
 

 

5.4 Stages for the preparation of defect notices and certificates for practical completion and final completion are identified according to the project schedule. 

 

 
 

 

5.5 A critical path management diagram is finalised and confirmed with relevant stakeholders for all stages in the design and construction process. 

 

 
 

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 Charter:
The Student Charter, in association with the University’s statutes and law, indicates what the University and its students can expect

from each other. The University’s mission is to create and disseminate knowledge to meet the needs of industry and the

community and to foster in students the skills and passion to contribute to and engage with the world.
http://www.rmit.edu.au/about/studentcharter

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.
  • See RMIT Academic progress information, responsibilities and support for current students:

http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=nzasms4pljer (unresolved)

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:
Students must refer to the RMIT policy for eligibility and procedures.
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Special Consideration:
Students must refer to the RMIT policy for eligibility and procedures.
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Assessment Principles:
Final assessment decisions can be reviewed and or appealed.
See RMIT Assessment Policies:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academic


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:
Refer to the RMIT policy on plagiarism which is reference under Academic Integrity atRMIT
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=kw02ylsd8z3n;STATUS=A?QRY=Plagiarism%20-%20student%20information&STYPE=ENTIREE (unresolved)


Cover sheet for submission of work for assessment:
Whenever you submit work for assessment you must include a declaration of authorship.
All hard copy submissions of work for assessment should include a completed and signed ’Cover sheet for submission of work for assessment’ which can be found at the following link
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E-submissions
A condition of using the online e-submissions process is that you have read and agreed to the following statement:
I declare that in submitting all work for this assessment I have read, understood and agree to the content and expectations of the Assessment declaration found at the following link
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