Assessor Resource

FWPTMM4205
Prepare and advise on a broad range of timber roof truss details using computers

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Release

Comment

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Replaces equivalent unit FPITMM4205A Prepare and advise on a broad range of timber roof truss details using computers, which was first released with FPI11 Forest and Forest Products Training Package Version 2.2.

This is the first release of this unit in the new standards format.

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. Interpret plans or designs and create layouts

1.1 Identify and verify design inputs.

1.2 Check computer software for currency and use to prepare roof truss layouts and production documentation.

1.3 Resolve design requirements outside software limitations.

2. Review and test design options

2.1 Review and test roof truss layouts for optimal suitability for stakeholders.

2.2 Use effective processes to optimise roof truss layout and ensure stakeholder objectives are met.

3. Provide advice on design, production and installation issues

3.1 Prepare and document production and installation advice.

3.2 Communicate documented advice to all stakeholders, prior to and following installation.

4. Manage roof truss outputs

4.1 Certify roof truss design layouts in line with regulatory and organisational requirements and communicate to relevant stakeholders.

4.2 Store and maintain drawings and documentation in line with organisational procedures.

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:

follow organizational policies and procedures relevant to preparing and advising on a broad range of timber roof truss details using computers

prepare and advise on a broad range of timber roof truss details using computers

prepare roof truss layouts and production documentation for roof truss types across the following list:

"A" type truss

truncated standard

raking truss

girder truss

truncated girder

jack girder

rafter truss

gable truss

saddle truss

bowstring truss

vaulted truss

truncated saddle

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

content and application of applicable regulations for certifying roof truss design layouts

limits of personal ability and authority for non-conforming design including

Building Codes of Australia

Australian Standards

organisational quality standards

common industry standard sizes, profiles and spacing dimensions

shapes of common roof types:

bell

bowstring

dual pitch

gabled

hipped

mansard

skillion

interaction between roof truss types

design inputs including:

identified standards

pitching lines and load bearing points

and design factors including:

roof material loads

wind zone and applied loads

commercial or residential output

additional roof loading

post disaster structures

roof shape

roof lines

for the drawing software:

available drawing types

design limitations

system functions and capabilities

methods to input and amend design factors and other data

methods to store and retrieve drawings

organisational procedures specific to producing drawings and documents and advising on roof truss details:

communication reporting lines for internal and external stakeholders

certifying roof truss layouts

filing computerised drawings and documentation

The following resources must be made available:

computers, keyboards and industry current software programs used to produce drawings and documentation for roof truss layouts

applicable regulations for certifying roof truss design layouts

industry and organisational codes and standards for roof trusses

designs, plans and technical specifications for roof trusses

templates for developing production and installation advice

template certification documents

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for producing drawings and documents and advising on roof truss details

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

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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. Interpret plans or designs and create layouts

1.1 Identify and verify design inputs.

1.2 Check computer software for currency and use to prepare roof truss layouts and production documentation.

1.3 Resolve design requirements outside software limitations.

2. Review and test design options

2.1 Review and test roof truss layouts for optimal suitability for stakeholders.

2.2 Use effective processes to optimise roof truss layout and ensure stakeholder objectives are met.

3. Provide advice on design, production and installation issues

3.1 Prepare and document production and installation advice.

3.2 Communicate documented advice to all stakeholders, prior to and following installation.

4. Manage roof truss outputs

4.1 Certify roof truss design layouts in line with regulatory and organisational requirements and communicate to relevant stakeholders.

4.2 Store and maintain drawings and documentation in line with organisational procedures.

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:

follow organizational policies and procedures relevant to preparing and advising on a broad range of timber roof truss details using computers

prepare and advise on a broad range of timber roof truss details using computers

prepare roof truss layouts and production documentation for roof truss types across the following list:

"A" type truss

truncated standard

raking truss

girder truss

truncated girder

jack girder

rafter truss

gable truss

saddle truss

bowstring truss

vaulted truss

truncated saddle

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

content and application of applicable regulations for certifying roof truss design layouts

limits of personal ability and authority for non-conforming design including

Building Codes of Australia

Australian Standards

organisational quality standards

common industry standard sizes, profiles and spacing dimensions

shapes of common roof types:

bell

bowstring

dual pitch

gabled

hipped

mansard

skillion

interaction between roof truss types

design inputs including:

identified standards

pitching lines and load bearing points

and design factors including:

roof material loads

wind zone and applied loads

commercial or residential output

additional roof loading

post disaster structures

roof shape

roof lines

for the drawing software:

available drawing types

design limitations

system functions and capabilities

methods to input and amend design factors and other data

methods to store and retrieve drawings

organisational procedures specific to producing drawings and documents and advising on roof truss details:

communication reporting lines for internal and external stakeholders

certifying roof truss layouts

filing computerised drawings and documentation

The following resources must be made available:

computers, keyboards and industry current software programs used to produce drawings and documentation for roof truss layouts

applicable regulations for certifying roof truss design layouts

industry and organisational codes and standards for roof trusses

designs, plans and technical specifications for roof trusses

templates for developing production and installation advice

template certification documents

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for producing drawings and documents and advising on roof truss details

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
Identify and verify design inputs. 
Check computer software for currency and use to prepare roof truss layouts and production documentation. 
Resolve design requirements outside software limitations. 
Review and test roof truss layouts for optimal suitability for stakeholders. 
Use effective processes to optimise roof truss layout and ensure stakeholder objectives are met. 
Prepare and document production and installation advice. 
Communicate documented advice to all stakeholders, prior to and following installation. 
Certify roof truss design layouts in line with regulatory and organisational requirements and communicate to relevant stakeholders. 
Store and maintain drawings and documentation in line with organisational procedures. 

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