Course Title: Produce preliminary and working drawings for commercial buildings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: ARCH5316
Course Title: Produce preliminary and working drawings for commercial buildings
Important Information:
Please note that this course has compulsory engagement attendance requirements for teaching activities.
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see when this course requires mandatory attendance.
School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6188 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Course Contact: Catherine Ciavarella
Course Contact Phone: +61399254818
Course Contact Email: catherine.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
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 describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce two and three-dimensional drawings for commercial buildings (National Construction Code (NCC) Classes 2 to 9 buildings and types of construction, A, B or C).
It includes the ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and to produce preliminary and working drawings to industry conventions.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VU23450 Produce preliminary and working drawings for commercial buildings |
Element: |
1. Produce preliminary drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1, Create simple two and three-dimensional preliminary drawings using Australian architectural drawings conventions according project brief and relevant legislation. 1.2, Create sectional drawings of simple structural elements using architectural drawing conventions. 1.3, Record essential information on drawings with symbols and abbreviations according to architectural drawing conventions and Australian Standards. |
Element: |
2. Read and interpret plans and specifications for a commercial building |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1, Identity relevant plans and specifications to develop a set of working drawings. 2.2, Locate, interpret and articulate key information according to relevant specifications and relevant legislation. 2.3, Seek advice from client and other stakeholders to articulate and clarify any issues, as required. |
Element: |
3. Produce preliminary working drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1, Interpret requirements and criteria for preliminary working drawings according to the scope of the job being undertaken. 3.2, Complete preliminary working drawings with annotated construction details according to relevant legislation. |
Element: |
4. Produce a set of working drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1, Negotiate and confirm scope of works and time frame for completion of drawings. 4.2, Complete working drawings to meet architectural drawing conventions and relevant legislation. 4.3, Complete detailed specifications on working drawings and to architectural conventions. 4.4, Check working drawings for consistency of presentation, cross-referencing and accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation. |
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
Learning activities will take place in a classroom using industry standard tools and resources. Classes will be face to face and/or in a remote (virtual) learning mode online.
Refer to your course syllabus and Canvas shells for specific information on how each of your courses is delivered this semester.
You will also be required to undertake independent study and research.
Activities will include:
- teacher directed and independent project work,
- teacher directed and independent research,
- student pin-ups and presentations,
- peer reviews,
- in-class instruction and demonstrations,
- lectures,
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Lecture Content Commercial Construction lectures will contain Architectural Drafting Convention content. |
Studio Content |
Due |
Week 1 |
Course Intro, CCT & CWD AT1 Intro |
AT1C, Research Project. |
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Week 2 |
CCT Lecture 2(Friday 8:30am) CCT & CWD AT2 Factory Project Intro Architectural Drafting Conventions: Linework, Dimensioning & Gridlines. |
AT1W, Research & Document Project |
AT1W Due AT2W Issued |
Week 3 |
CCT Lecture 3(Friday 8:30am) Architectural Drafting Conventions: Drawing cross referencing, elevation & section markers, detail callouts. |
Start AT2C, Factory Project |
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Week 4 |
AT2C, Factory Project |
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Week 5 |
No Monday class 11th March. AT2C, Factory Project |
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Week 6 |
CCT Lecture 4(Friday 8:30am) Architectural Drafting Conventions: Elevations, Sections & Construction detailing. |
AT2C, Factory Project |
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Week 7 |
AT2C, Factory Project |
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Week 8 |
CCT Lecture 5 (Friday 8:30am) Architectural Drafting Conventions: Wall and floor tags. AT3C Richmond Low Rise Project Intro |
AT2C, Factory Project |
AT2W Due AT3W Issued |
Week 9 |
Start AT3C, Richmond Low Rise Project |
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Week 10 |
CCT Lecture 6 (Friday 8:30am) Architectural Drafting Conventions: Reflected ceiling plans. |
AT3C, Richmond Low Rise Project |
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Week 11 |
AT3C, Richmond Low Rise Project |
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Week 12 |
CCT Lecture 7 (Friday 8:30am) Architectural Drafting Conventions: Joinery. |
AT3C, Richmond Low Rise Project |
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Week 13 |
AT3C, Richmond Low Rise Project |
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Week 14 |
CCT Lecture 8 (Friday 8:30am) Architectural Drafting Conventions: Review of drafting conventions. |
AT3C, Richmond Low Rise Project |
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Week 15 |
AT3C, Richmond Low Rise Project |
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Week 16 |
AT3W, Richmond Low Rise Project |
AT3W Due |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
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/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1
Assessment Task 2
Assessment Task 3
Assessment
This course is delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment.
CA: Competency achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did Not Submit for Assessment
All work for assessments is required to be submitted on the due date and time as outlined in the course syllabus. Exception to this is where an approved Equitable Learning Plan after discussion with teacher, an application for Special Consideration or an approved Extension of Time is in place, submitted before the task’s due date with appropriate documentation. Any extensions will be in relation to original submission date only. There are no extensions to resubmissions.
Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level.
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension of time for your assessable work.
Please see following access for the details on applying for extension of time to assessments;
Special consideration;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Application for extension of time;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Equitable assessment arrangements (EAA);
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/equitable-learning
If your work is incomplete, you are strongly encouraged to submit your work on the due date, in order to meet the submission requirements. Should it be below competency you may be asked to resubmit.
Assessment Matrix
An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency is available in Canvas.
Other Information
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio-based exercises, demonstration and production.
It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to be successful in this course.
Canvas
Use Canvas to access your course content and announcements, submit assignments, and receive your grades and feedback;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/canvas
Student feedback at RMIT:
You will receive verbal and written feedback by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
The following link is an outline and ways that you will receive your feedback at RMIT;
Student Progress Monitoring
Academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Please see following access to the Student progress policy webpage; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Submitting Assessments onto Canvas
Here is a guide to submitting assessments on Canvas; https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/submitting-assessments-in-canvas
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity.
Please see following access for more information on Academic Integrity at RMIT; 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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