Assessor Resource

FPICOT4202B
Design timber structures

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


The unit involves designing timber structures in a timber and wood products production setting

The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority

This unit specifies the outcomes required to interpret plans, select options and detail designs of timber structures. It also requires the provision of support and explanation of designs

General workplace legislative and regulatory requirements apply to this unit; however there are no specific licensing or certification requirements at the time of publication

This unit replaces FPICOT4202A Design timber structures

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not Applicable


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills




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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can accurately interpret plans to develop and design timber structures in line with industry and organisational requirements

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:

following applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to designing timber structures

following organisational policies and procedures relevant to designing timber structures

communication techniques and safe work practices in the work area

interpreting drawings and loading conditions

interpreting and applying technical information and conveying information in written, sketch and oral form

applying mathematical procedures such as estimation and measurement

developing and selecting truss and/or frame and/or floor layout options and detailing framing design

providing design and production advice

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on required knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of employability skills

Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English

Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment

Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role


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.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Required skills

Technical skills sufficient to safely detail and design timber structures which meet required standards and budgetary constraints and to produce design drawings suitable for use on constructions sites

Communication skills and interpersonal techniques sufficient to interact appropriately with colleagues and others in the workplace

Literacy skills sufficient to accurately complete, record and maintain information

Numeracy skills sufficient to select appropriate mathematical processes to calculate design dimensions and measure lengths and spans

Problem solving skills sufficient to identify problems and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge

Applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to the full range of processes for designing timber structures

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures

Environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material

Quantitative relationship between component loads, supports and gains, and species, type, dimensions and grade

Common industry terminology for all component types and timber cuts, all structure types and construction methods

Industry standard cross-section sizes and profiles, length and spacing dimensions

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies and common fault finding techniques

Types of tools and equipment relevant to designing timber structures and procedures for their use, operation and maintenance

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring, including calculating time to complete tasks

Procedures for recording and reporting workplace information

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

OHS requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

fire fighting equipment

hazard and risk control

fatigue management

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying

lifts and cranes, scaffolding, building codes and regulations

Legislative requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care

Organisational requirements may include:

legal

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting requirements

equipment use and maintenance and storage requirements

environmental management requirements (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Drawings may be:

direct to paper

using computer software

Work requirements may include:

loading requirements

applicable codes

common industry practices

specific customer preferences

transport regulations

fabricating limitations

Loading information may include:

details defining mass loads and externally applied loads (wind, surrounding structures, common/special building usage)

dimensions defining geometry and loading of individual structural members

Appropriate personnel may include:

supervisors

clients

colleagues

line management

software support engineers

Other sources may include:

suppliers

manufacturers

architect

builder

local council

Structures may include:

timber roofs

wall frames and floors of solid brick, brick veneer and timber frame domestic houses

free-standing or attached timber structures such as pergolas

Communication may include:

verbal and non-verbal language

constructive feedback

active listening

questioning to clarify and confirm understanding

use of positive, confident and cooperative language

use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences

control of tone of voice and body language

Industry standards may include:

Australian standards

international standards

nail plate provider standards

Layouts

are selected to meet space and construction/assembly constraints and the most economical timber sizes and quantities

Applicable codes may include:

AS1684 and supplementary tables

CSIRO supplementary tables

those from regulatory bodies and associations

the Building Code of Australia

Material options

are selected with regard to exposure and weathering and may include timber of available species and solid or laminated types

Detail

is in line with industry requirements for placement, projection and dimensions

Explanations

may be provided to:

customers

builders

councils

certifying authorities

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
Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to designing timber structures are identified and followed 
Drawings and documentation are obtained and interpreted and work requirements are identified and complied with 
Plans are reviewed and interpreted and loading information is specified 
Drawing views and notes are interpreted and other design requirements and restrictions are specified 
Additional information and data is obtained from appropriate personnel and other sources 
Functional and pictorial image of structure is created based on specified design requirements and constraints 
Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS and organisational requirements 
Fixed design details are transferred to truss and/or frame and/or floor layout drawings 
Engineered or pre-assembled trusses and/or frames and/or floors are nominated in line with budgetary constraints 
Component sizes and spacing details are defined in the design structure in line with industry standards 
Layouts and spacing of individual structural members are progressively selected to meet design requirements 
Component sizes are fixed to clarify and firm design options 
Physical dimensions for components are calculated, scaled or extracted from tables of applicable codes 
Effective lengths and spans for individual components are interpreted from layout, and cross-sections are selected in line with applicable codes 
Selected material options are checked for suitability, availability, cost effectiveness and are consistently used throughout the design 
Component placement and spacing are detailed to site and customer standards 
Design specifications are provided for engineered or pre-assembled trusses and/or frames and/or floors in line with manufacturer's recommendations 
Production information, dimensions and notes are presented in detail, clearly and accurately within drawing views 
Design records and documentation are completed and maintained in line with workplace procedures 
Questions regarding designs and design decisions are answered and explained in a clear and concise manner 
Effective communication techniques are used to assist and develop production personnel 
Alternative materials and sizes for components are provided within the scope of the design and work requirements 

Forms

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