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CPPBDN8001
Research and evaluate construction materials and methods for complex building design projects

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to research and evaluate existing, new and emerging construction materials and methods for building design projects, including large and complex projects and construction Type A buildings.

The unit supports researching and evaluating construction materials and methods for projects that are of three storeys or more for Class 2, 3 and 9 buildings, and of four storeys or more for Class 5, 6, 7 and 8 buildings. Refer to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) section of the National Construction Code (NCC) to confirm current definitions. Large and complex building design projects may be new buildings, renovations, and conversions of residential, commercial, industrial or public buildings. The unit applies to building designers who recommend construction materials and methods to clients for building design projects for construction Type A buildings as defined in the BCA.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Determine parameters for the building design project.

1.1.

Client is consulted to determine key business requirements of proposed project that will impact on building materials and methods.

1.2.

Size, breadth and complexity of the building project and the impact on building materials and methods are discussed and clarified with client and with planning authorities.

1.3.

Impact of building site characteristics on potential materials and methods of construction is discussed and clarified with client, planning authorities and other project professionals.

2.

Research alternative solutions.

2.1.

BCA requirements for use of alternative and deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) solutions are researched and evaluated in relation to the development of design options for project.

2.2.

Benefits and options for the use of alternative solutions in the development of designs are researched and evaluated.

2.3.

Comparative analysis is undertaken of alternative and DTS design solutions.

3.

Research materials and methods for structural elements.

3.1.

Characteristics and applications of materials used for structural elements are researched and evaluated in relation to type of large and complex project.

3.2.

Compliance requirements for materials used for structural elements are researched and interpreted.

3.3.

Construction methods and systems for structural elements are researched and evaluated in relation to types of materials and methods for large and complex building design project.

3.4.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

4.

Research materials and methods for enclosures.

4.1.

Characteristics and applications of materials used for enclosures are researched and evaluated.

4.2.

Compliance requirements for materials used for enclosuresare researched and interpreted for type of large and complex building design project.

4.3.

Construction methods and systems for enclosures are researched and evaluated.

4.4.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

5.

Research systems and components for services.

5.1.

Components and systems for services are researched and evaluated.

5.2.

Broad compliance requirements for services are researched and interpreted for different types of large and complex building design projects.

5.3.

Installation methods for services are researched in relation to different types of components, systems and design projects.

5.4.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.

The person must also develop a body of current research findings suitable for application to:

one building design project of three storeys or more for a Class 2, 3 or 9 building

one building design project of four storeys or more for a Class 5, 6, 7 or 8 building.

In doing the above, the person must:

evaluate characteristics and applications of materials for structural elements and building envelope

evaluate construction methods and systems applicable to structural elements and building envelope

evaluate components and systems for building services

systematically document and store research findings.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

compliance requirements relating to construction materials and methods for the projects specified in the performance evidence, including:

Australian standards

National Construction Code (NCC) deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) requirements for construction Type A buildings

NCC alternative solution requirements for construction Type A buildings

Building Acts

environmental and sustainability requirements, including:

Australian standards

techniques for carbon dioxide reduction, including specification of materials, glue and paint

energy efficiency

fire resistance levels

legislation

town planning and other planning body requirements

hazards of construction materials and methods

planning authority compliance requirements for the use of building materials and methods relating to large and complex buildings and including alternative solutions

organisational scope of business and client demographics, including:

geographic areas of operation

trends in client design preferences

types of building design projects that form the core business of the organisation

sources of reliable information on past, current and emerging uses of construction materials and methods

sustainable construction materials and methods.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

computer with internet access and business software currently in use in building design practices

materials:

documentation for the two projects specified in the performance evidence

specifications:

access to current building control legislation, regulations, codes and standards; and state, territory or local authority planning policies.

Timeframe:

according to project requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Determine parameters for the building design project.

1.1.

Client is consulted to determine key business requirements of proposed project that will impact on building materials and methods.

1.2.

Size, breadth and complexity of the building project and the impact on building materials and methods are discussed and clarified with client and with planning authorities.

1.3.

Impact of building site characteristics on potential materials and methods of construction is discussed and clarified with client, planning authorities and other project professionals.

2.

Research alternative solutions.

2.1.

BCA requirements for use of alternative and deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) solutions are researched and evaluated in relation to the development of design options for project.

2.2.

Benefits and options for the use of alternative solutions in the development of designs are researched and evaluated.

2.3.

Comparative analysis is undertaken of alternative and DTS design solutions.

3.

Research materials and methods for structural elements.

3.1.

Characteristics and applications of materials used for structural elements are researched and evaluated in relation to type of large and complex project.

3.2.

Compliance requirements for materials used for structural elements are researched and interpreted.

3.3.

Construction methods and systems for structural elements are researched and evaluated in relation to types of materials and methods for large and complex building design project.

3.4.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

4.

Research materials and methods for enclosures.

4.1.

Characteristics and applications of materials used for enclosures are researched and evaluated.

4.2.

Compliance requirements for materials used for enclosuresare researched and interpreted for type of large and complex building design project.

4.3.

Construction methods and systems for enclosures are researched and evaluated.

4.4.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

5.

Research systems and components for services.

5.1.

Components and systems for services are researched and evaluated.

5.2.

Broad compliance requirements for services are researched and interpreted for different types of large and complex building design projects.

5.3.

Installation methods for services are researched in relation to different types of components, systems and design projects.

5.4.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Key business requirements of project must include:

characteristics and needs of occupants of proposed building

cost constraints

purpose for building development project, including whether the usage (classification) of the building is to be changed

timeframe for project commencement and completion.

Other project professionals must include at least three of the following:

access consultant

acoustics engineer or professional

bushfire management professional

construction contractor

civil engineer

energy efficiency expert

fire systems designer or engineer

hydraulic engineer

landscape designer

lighting specialist

mechanical services engineer

work health and safety (WHS) expert

plumbing and drainage professional

quantity surveyor

service contractor

soil testing or geo-technical engineer or expert

structural engineer

surveyor.

Characteristics of materials must include:

acoustic properties

aesthetic properties

availability

carbon dioxide reduction, including materials, glues and paints

cost

defects

durability

fire resistance properties

green roofs

health and safety issues

interaction with other materials

limitations due to manufacturing process

structural safety

sustainability features, such as energy efficiency

thermal properties

tolerance

transport, storage and handling requirements.

Applications of materials used for structural elements must include:

aesthetic properties

coatings required

compatibility with other elements

fixings required

structural application

substructural application

use in specific construction methods or systems.

Compliance requirements must include:

Australian standards

legislation

NCC

performance requirements specified by client

quality standards specified by client.

Materials used for structural elements must include:

bricks

clay

composite materials

concrete

glass

masonry

metals

new and emerging materials

stone

tilt up concrete panels

timber and timber products.

Structural elements must include:

footings, including:

concrete pad

piles

post and concrete

strip

floors, including:

bearers and joists

pier and beam

slabs, including:

raft

suspended

waffle

walls, including:

concrete

frame

post and beam

solid masonry

roofs, including:

conventional

truss.

Applications of materials used for enclosures must include:

cladding

flashing

lining

roofing

waterproofing.

Materials used for enclosures must include:

composite materials

new and emerging materials

plaster and plasterboard

slate

terracotta

timber and timber products.

Services must include:

electricity

fire suppression

gas

heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)

telecommunications

water.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.

The person must also develop a body of current research findings suitable for application to:

one building design project of three storeys or more for a Class 2, 3 or 9 building

one building design project of four storeys or more for a Class 5, 6, 7 or 8 building.

In doing the above, the person must:

evaluate characteristics and applications of materials for structural elements and building envelope

evaluate construction methods and systems applicable to structural elements and building envelope

evaluate components and systems for building services

systematically document and store research findings.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

compliance requirements relating to construction materials and methods for the projects specified in the performance evidence, including:

Australian standards

National Construction Code (NCC) deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) requirements for construction Type A buildings

NCC alternative solution requirements for construction Type A buildings

Building Acts

environmental and sustainability requirements, including:

Australian standards

techniques for carbon dioxide reduction, including specification of materials, glue and paint

energy efficiency

fire resistance levels

legislation

town planning and other planning body requirements

hazards of construction materials and methods

planning authority compliance requirements for the use of building materials and methods relating to large and complex buildings and including alternative solutions

organisational scope of business and client demographics, including:

geographic areas of operation

trends in client design preferences

types of building design projects that form the core business of the organisation

sources of reliable information on past, current and emerging uses of construction materials and methods

sustainable construction materials and methods.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

computer with internet access and business software currently in use in building design practices

materials:

documentation for the two projects specified in the performance evidence

specifications:

access to current building control legislation, regulations, codes and standards; and state, territory or local authority planning policies.

Timeframe:

according to project requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Client is consulted to determine key business requirements of proposed project that will impact on building materials and methods. 
Size, breadth and complexity of the building project and the impact on building materials and methods are discussed and clarified with client and with planning authorities. 
Impact of building site characteristics on potential materials and methods of construction is discussed and clarified with client, planning authorities and other project professionals. 
BCA requirements for use of alternative and deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) solutions are researched and evaluated in relation to the development of design options for project. 
Benefits and options for the use of alternative solutions in the development of designs are researched and evaluated. 
Comparative analysis is undertaken of alternative and DTS design solutions. 
Characteristics and applications of materials used for structural elements are researched and evaluated in relation to type of large and complex project. 
Compliance requirements for materials used for structural elements are researched and interpreted. 
Construction methods and systems for structural elements are researched and evaluated in relation to types of materials and methods for large and complex building design project. 
Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures. 
Characteristics and applications of materials used for enclosures are researched and evaluated. 
Compliance requirements for materials used for enclosuresare researched and interpreted for type of large and complex building design project. 
Construction methods and systems for enclosures are researched and evaluated. 
Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures. 
Components and systems for services are researched and evaluated. 
Broad compliance requirements for services are researched and interpreted for different types of large and complex building design projects. 
Installation methods for services are researched in relation to different types of components, systems and design projects. 
Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures. 

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