Assessor Resource

FWPTMM4201
Construct prototypes and samples

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to construct prototypes and samples in a production setting, in line with established plans, drawings or other specifications for the purpose of testing the viability of construction methods. Work involves making recommendations for changing designs and methods of construction.

The unit applies to timber fabricators, supervisors and designers of timber structures, including timber trusses and frames

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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


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. Prepare for construction

1.1 Review prototype or sample purpose, work order and construction plans and where required clarify requirements with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Obtain type and quantity of material to be assembled and hardware in line with prototype construction plan and specifications.

1.3 Select appropriate tools and equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.4 Plan and document stages of the construction process.

2. Set up components

2.1 Follow workplace health and safety procedures throughout production activities.

2.2 Select and prepare set-up jigs required for construction.

2.3 Select timber components, check for compatibility with specifications and cut in line with the prototype or sample plans.

2.4 Position and clamp components in jigs ready for joining with allowable faults, joins and grain in line with construction standards and grading rules.

2.5 Identify defective components, incorrect timber cuts and off-cuts; dispose of or recycle in line with environmental protection practices.

2.6 Staple components to maintain temporary alignment during assembly.

3. Construct and review prototypes and samples

3.1 Follow construction plan throughout assembly and conduct checks at designated points.

3.2 Position and install hardware on joints to prototype specifications.

3.3 Nail or staple temporary bracing to product in line with construction standards.

3.4 Identify required modifications to designs and plans; document and follow recommended changes.

3.5 Correct construction faults in line with recommendations.

3.6 Review prototype or sample for effectiveness of purpose and efficiency of construction methods.

3.7 Record prototype or sample construction processes, problems and recommendations for change and report to appropriate personnel.

3.8 Store temporary bracing, prototypes and samples; dispose of when not required in line with environmental protection practices.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

construct at least two prototypes or samples, in line with an individual work order and construction plan for each including:

roof, wall and floor frames/trusses

staircases

door and window frames

structural beams

specialised pallets or crates

review each prototype or sample for effectiveness of purpose and efficiency of construction methods and complete a detailed and accurate report on construction processes, problems and recommended changes.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

environmental protection practices for forest products factory settings:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing timber and other waste

rough and dressed timber native and imported species, timber grades and treatments, boards and board products, laminated beams

common timber defects

products and their use

construction sequences

construction componentry and construction standards

industry standard cross-sections and lengths

tools, equipment and hardware used to construct prototypes and samples; their purpose, features and operation:

measuring equipment

assembly jigs

nail plate presses

nail and staple guns

compressor or compressed air supply

marking equipment

strapping equipment

organisational procedures specific to constructing prototypes and samples:

workplace health and safety

use of equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting construction processes, problems and recommendations for change.

The following resources must be made available:

tools and equipment used to construct prototypes and samples:

measuring equipment

assembly jigs

nail plate presses

staple guns

nail guns

compressor or compressed air supply

marking equipment

strapping equipment

assembly hardware:

nailing plates

gang nails

nail gun nails

staples

temporary bracing

personal protective equipment suitable for constructing prototypes and samples

pre-cut sections of timber

work order and construction plan with specifications for the assembly of prototypes and samples

template reports for recording construction processes, problems and recommendations for change

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for constructing prototypes and samples

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

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. Prepare for construction

1.1 Review prototype or sample purpose, work order and construction plans and where required clarify requirements with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Obtain type and quantity of material to be assembled and hardware in line with prototype construction plan and specifications.

1.3 Select appropriate tools and equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

1.4 Plan and document stages of the construction process.

2. Set up components

2.1 Follow workplace health and safety procedures throughout production activities.

2.2 Select and prepare set-up jigs required for construction.

2.3 Select timber components, check for compatibility with specifications and cut in line with the prototype or sample plans.

2.4 Position and clamp components in jigs ready for joining with allowable faults, joins and grain in line with construction standards and grading rules.

2.5 Identify defective components, incorrect timber cuts and off-cuts; dispose of or recycle in line with environmental protection practices.

2.6 Staple components to maintain temporary alignment during assembly.

3. Construct and review prototypes and samples

3.1 Follow construction plan throughout assembly and conduct checks at designated points.

3.2 Position and install hardware on joints to prototype specifications.

3.3 Nail or staple temporary bracing to product in line with construction standards.

3.4 Identify required modifications to designs and plans; document and follow recommended changes.

3.5 Correct construction faults in line with recommendations.

3.6 Review prototype or sample for effectiveness of purpose and efficiency of construction methods.

3.7 Record prototype or sample construction processes, problems and recommendations for change and report to appropriate personnel.

3.8 Store temporary bracing, prototypes and samples; dispose of when not required in line with environmental protection practices.

Not Applicable

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

construct at least two prototypes or samples, in line with an individual work order and construction plan for each including:

roof, wall and floor frames/trusses

staircases

door and window frames

structural beams

specialised pallets or crates

review each prototype or sample for effectiveness of purpose and efficiency of construction methods and complete a detailed and accurate report on construction processes, problems and recommended changes.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

environmental protection practices for forest products factory settings:

reducing water and energy use

cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

disposing of, recycling and reusing timber and other waste

rough and dressed timber native and imported species, timber grades and treatments, boards and board products, laminated beams

common timber defects

products and their use

construction sequences

construction componentry and construction standards

industry standard cross-sections and lengths

tools, equipment and hardware used to construct prototypes and samples; their purpose, features and operation:

measuring equipment

assembly jigs

nail plate presses

nail and staple guns

compressor or compressed air supply

marking equipment

strapping equipment

organisational procedures specific to constructing prototypes and samples:

workplace health and safety

use of equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting construction processes, problems and recommendations for change.

The following resources must be made available:

tools and equipment used to construct prototypes and samples:

measuring equipment

assembly jigs

nail plate presses

staple guns

nail guns

compressor or compressed air supply

marking equipment

strapping equipment

assembly hardware:

nailing plates

gang nails

nail gun nails

staples

temporary bracing

personal protective equipment suitable for constructing prototypes and samples

pre-cut sections of timber

work order and construction plan with specifications for the assembly of prototypes and samples

template reports for recording construction processes, problems and recommendations for change

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for constructing prototypes and samples

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

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
Review prototype or sample purpose, work order and construction plans and where required clarify requirements with appropriate personnel. 
Obtain type and quantity of material to be assembled and hardware in line with prototype construction plan and specifications. 
Select appropriate tools and equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 
Plan and document stages of the construction process. 
Follow workplace health and safety procedures throughout production activities. 
Select and prepare set-up jigs required for construction. 
Select timber components, check for compatibility with specifications and cut in line with the prototype or sample plans. 
Position and clamp components in jigs ready for joining with allowable faults, joins and grain in line with construction standards and grading rules. 
Identify defective components, incorrect timber cuts and off-cuts; dispose of or recycle in line with environmental protection practices. 
Staple components to maintain temporary alignment during assembly. 
Follow construction plan throughout assembly and conduct checks at designated points. 
Position and install hardware on joints to prototype specifications. 
Nail or staple temporary bracing to product in line with construction standards. 
Identify required modifications to designs and plans; document and follow recommended changes. 
Correct construction faults in line with recommendations. 
Review prototype or sample for effectiveness of purpose and efficiency of construction methods. 
Record prototype or sample construction processes, problems and recommendations for change and report to appropriate personnel. 
Store temporary bracing, prototypes and samples; dispose of when not required in line with environmental protection practices. 

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