Course Title: Manage architectural project administration
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: ARCH5317
Course Title: Manage architectural project administration
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: +61 3 99254819
Course Contact Email: catherine.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
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 describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage the development and administration of the building project documentation.
It requires the ability to apply the relevant legislation relating to project administration and to comply with the organisational requirements for quality assurance.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VU23457 Manage architectural project administration |
Element: |
1.Determine building documentation requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Develop schedule of drawings required for approval stages and items to be included in the contract documentation. 1.2 Determine process and order of precedence for contract documentation development and associated legal responsibilities. 1.3 Review main forms of contracts, their essential components, the process of contract enforcement and means for dispute resolution. 1.4 Determine conditions under which the contract can be deemed valid or invalid. 1.5 Identify workplace policies and systems for recording, storage and retrieval of information and processes for privacy and security. |
Element: |
2.Determine requirements for approval submission |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Research planning scheme provisions to determine state and local planning policies, zones and overlays and other provisions affecting land use and development. 2.2 Identify and review types of planning permit and additional approvals according to the requirements of the planning scheme. 2.3 Identify required documentation for planning approval submission according to local council specifications. 2.4 Determine stages of approval process according to project requirements and record for inclusion in project management schedule. |
Element: |
3.Complete a standard building contract |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify statutory authorities connected to the project and obtain required information. 3.2 Identify quality assurance standards and procedures which may impact on building projects and contracts. 3.3 Identify and access the standard building contract template according to legislative requirements. 3.4 Check standard contract contains accurate information and complies with relevant legislation and organisational quality assurance procedures. 3.5 Calculate basic cost indicators for the building project and prepare invoices according to organisational procedures. |
Element: |
4.Determine requirements for copyright compliance |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Identify legal principles for copyright and the implications for designers. 4.2 Identify organisational procedures for copyright and protection against plagiarism and compliance requirements for documentation. |
Element: |
5.Determine requirements for Competition and Consumer Act |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Investigate the provisions of the Competition and Consumer Act that impact on design drafting practices. 5.2 Identify and apply the relevant organisational procedures to ensure compliance with legislation. |
Element: |
6.Complete a standard specification |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Identify standard types of specifications and the limitations to the building project. 6.2 Select specification to suit building project in consultation with relevant parties and customise as necessary. 6.3 Compile the information and documents required for the building project specification. 6.4 Customise a standard specification to complete the building project specification. |
Element: |
7.Complete design and documentation management schedule |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Identify parameters, milestones and benchmarks associated with the building project. 7.2 Analyse project constraints and determine strategies for their management. 7.3 Produce schedule showing project milestones and approval stages. |
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
Learning activities will take place in a classroom using industry standard tools and resources. Classes will be 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,
- in-class instruction and demonstrations,
- lectures,
- on-line quizzes.
Teaching Schedule
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13/02/2025 |
NO LECTURE SCHEDULED THIS WEEK |
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W02▷ |
Introduction to Assessment Task:
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Introduction to Copyright Compliance |
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06/03/2025 |
Introduction to Competition + Consumer Act |
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Determine Requirements for Statutory Approval - Planning |
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Review + Discuss:
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Introduction to Assessment Task
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WHAT? WHY? |
E6 |
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HOW? |
E6 |
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W09▷ 10/04/2025 |
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E6 |
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E6 |
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24/04/2025 |
Mid-semester break |
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Introduction to Assessment Task
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WHAT? WHY?
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E3 |
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OTHER CONTRACTS? |
E3 |
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OTHER CONTRACTS? |
E3 |
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NB: AT-02 opens at the beginning of W16. |
HOW? |
E3 |
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MAPA Review (Knowledge Questions) OPENS: Mon 2 June at 09:00 h |
E6 |
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W16▷ 05/06/2025 |
NO LECTURE - undertakeAT-02-MAPA Review (Knowledge Questions) and complete AT-01 |
E1 |
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Assessment + Moderation |
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 design drafting workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.
Holistic or project-based assessment with other related units is recommended.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1
Assessment Task 2
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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