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. | Analyse the requirements for Type A constructions. | 1.1. | BCA requirements for Type A constructions are identified and evaluated. |
| 1.2. | Scope and nature of the proposed construction are analysed to identify impact on the BCA’s performance requirements for proposed Type A design solution. |
| 1.3. | Analysis is undertaken to determine whether the construction will be designed to meet performance requirements of the BCA by the use of an alternative solution, a deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) solution, or a blend of solutions. |
| 1.4. | Performance characteristics of construction materials and methods are reviewed to ensure they conform to Type A constructions. |
2. | Produce initial design drawings. | 2.1. | Design drawings required in planning approval application documentation are confirmed with regulatory authorities. |
| 2.2. | Compliance requirements to be addressed in design drawings are confirmed with regulatory authorities. |
| 2.3. | Timelines and methodologies for producing final design drawings are established and followed. |
| 2.4. | Design drawings are set up, named and filed according to workplace procedures. |
3. | Integrate expert input to inform the design. | 3.1. | Professionals and technical experts required to provide input into and develop components of the design solution are sourced and briefed, and work is commissioned. |
| 3.2. | Consultations are facilitated between technical experts and the building design team to ensure cross-impacts of the solution are understood and conform to required performance standards. |
| 3.3. | Technical input, specifications and drawings developed by technical experts are prepared for integration into overall documentation. |
4. | Refine spatial, structural and technical elements of building designs. | 4.1. | Factors contributing to spatial requirements and relationships are analysed and incorporated into building designs. |
| 4.2. | Checks are conducted to ensure standards for required components of the construction have been adhered to and documented. |
| 4.3. | Structural systems for Type A constructions are reviewed, in consultation with technical experts as required, and suitable systems are incorporated into building designs. |
| 4.4. | Construction and technical elements for Type A buildings are reviewed, in consultation with technical experts as required, and suitable elements are incorporated into building designs. |
| | 4.5. | Aesthetic fusion of design elements is visualised, analysed and refined in building designs. |
5. | Address health and safety issues in building designs. | 5.1. | Obligations of building designers for health and safety during construction and use of Type A constructions are identified and analysed. |
| 5.2. | Health and safety issues specific to design team, construction team and users are researched, in consultation with client and stakeholders, and analysed. |
| | 5.3. | Risk analyses of construction and use of Type A constructions are conducted, and suitable controls are selected and applied to design drawings. |
| | 5.4. | Health and safety documentation for the building is created, processed and communicated to nominated personnel according to workplace procedures. |
6. | Refine sustainable design elements of building designs. | 6.1. | Optimum sustainable construction materials and methods are selected and incorporated into building designs. |
| 6.2. | Systems for sustainable water useare reviewed and suitable systems are incorporated into building designs. |
| | 6.3. | Energy-efficient design principles and renewable energy sources are reviewed and suitable solutions are incorporated into building designs. |
7. | Review building design for conformance to standards and approval processes. | 7.1. | Design drawings are reviewed in preparation for finalisation. |
| 7.2. | Design documentation is tested and analysed to confirm that design will pass the assessment methods used by the planning authority to ensure conformity to the BCA. |
8. | Obtain client approval of final design drawings and supporting information. | 8.1. | Design drawings are assessed against client and compliance requirements and anomalies are addressed. |
| 8.2. | Supporting information to the plans and specifications is compiled, checked and finalised. |
| 8.3. | Design drawings are presented and explained to client and stakeholders according to workplace procedures. |
| 8.4. | Detailed client and stakeholder feedback is encouraged and discussed, and required amendments are negotiated. |
| | 8.5. | Design drawings and documentation are amended as required, and client approval is obtained, documented and processed 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 produce sets of building design drawings and supporting information for three Type A projects:
two building design projects of three storeys or more for Class 2, 3 or 9 buildings
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:
plan and organise the production of design drawings to meet planning approval requirements
integrate expert and specialist input from related professionals engaged to inform the development of the drawings
ensure that drawings and supporting information meet quality requirements and are completed within given timelines
consult with clients, including:
gaining feedback
negotiating and finalising adjustments.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
architectural styles and terminology that apply to the projects specified in the performance evidence
National Construction Code (NCC) requirements that apply to Type A constructions
structural engineering principles sufficient to interpret and apply the requirements of the NCC
building designers’ duty of care to ensure quality and safety of designs
building life cycles, including hazards of site, materials, construction practices and building use over time
contextual and site constraints to be reflected in managing the design
conventional and sustainable construction materials and methods, including their application, behaviour, characteristics, performance and interactions with other materials
design development and approval processes and implications of changes to design at each stage
design drawing and representation methods
legislation, codes and standards for sustainable design requirements for small-scale building design projects
organisational scope of business, service levels and fees relating to design process
planning processes and requirements
pricing of resources
principles of sustainable design
scientific and social principles of human interactions with the built environment
use of design software and systems that may include application of three-dimensional (3D) modelling.
The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:
equipment:
computer with internet access and:
building information modelling (BIM)-capable building design software
business software currently used in drafting, architectural and building design practice
telephone
contingencies:
non-compliance issue on design for one project
specifications:
NCC and Australian standards
legislation, regulations, codes and other compliance documentation relating to each building design project specified in the performance evidence
project specifications for the two Type A projects specified in the performance evidence
relationship with client:
liaison with the client is required.
Timeframe:
according to tender brief.
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.