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 applied loads and other design inputs. 1.2 Check computer software for currency and use to prepare wall frame layouts and production documentation. 1.3 Resolve design requirements outside software limitations. |
2. Review and test design options | 2.1 Review and test wall frame layouts for optimal suitability for stakeholders. 2.2 Use effective processes to optimise wall frame 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 wall frame outputs | 4.1 Certify wall frame design layouts in line with legislative 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 organisational policies and procedures relevant to preparing and advising on a broad range of timber wall frame details using computers
prepare wall frame layouts and production documentation for the following wall frame types:
standard
raking
fire rated
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
content and application of applicable regulations for certifying timber wall frame design layouts
limits of personal ability and authority for non-conforming design
common industry standard sizes, profiles and spacing dimensions
key features of these common types of timber framed walls:
standard
raking
fire rated
interaction between wall frame types
for the drawing software:
drawing types that can be produced
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 wall frame layouts:
communication reporting lines for internal and external stakeholders
certifying wall frames 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 timber wall frames layouts
applicable regulations for certifying timber wall frame layouts
industry and organisational codes and standards for timber wall frames
designs, plans and technical specifications for timber wall frames
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 wall frame layouts.
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.