Required skills

learning skills to

evaluate own actions and make judgments about performance and necessary improvements

respond to change such as differences in current work site environmental and sustainability requirements

numeracy skills to measure and interpret energy efficiency readings presented in numerical or graphical formats

oral communication skills to

enable clear and direct communication using questioning to identify and confirm expectations and share information

report hazards involved in the work

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

reading skills to

conduct own research into current building and construction methodologies and new materials technology

interpret documentation including drawings and specifications

understand written instructions procedures and signage

writing skills to provide recommendations regarding ways to improve energy efficiency outcomes of buildings

Required knowledge

application and limitations of energy efficient construction materials

general construction terminology

impacts of different climate zones and environmental conditions on the built environment

processes for the evaluation of energy efficiencies in buildings

theories and principles of energy efficiency applied to buildings and construction processes

types uses and limitations of different construction materials and the role of embodied energy when selecting construction materials and products for energy efficient buildings

work health and safety WHS requirements in different jurisdictions

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

This unit of competency could be assessed by performing a range of tasks in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment provided that simulated or projectbased assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions materials activities responsibilities and procedures

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

A person should demonstrate the ability to

apply building science methodologies as outlined in this unit to the construction of two new construction projects

undertake research into a range of energy efficient design and construction methods for the two new construction projects with a specific focus on

energy efficient heating ventilation and air conditioning systems

energy efficient materials and construction methods

locate interpret and apply relevant information standards and specifications

comply with site safety plan and WHS legislation regulations and codes of practice applicable to workplace operations

comply with organisational policies and procedures including quality requirements

communicate and work effectively and safely with others

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of this unit

must be in the context of the work environment

may be conducted in an offsite context provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance including task skills task management skills contingency management skills and job role environment skills

must meet relevant compliance requirements

Resource implications for assessment include

an induction procedure

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the mandatory task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

research resources including industryrelated systems information

safety data sheets

Method of assessment

Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge using one or more of the following methods

direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions

questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

review of relevant authenticated documentation from third parties such as existing supervisors team leaders or specialist training staff

Guidance information for assessment

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources and the provision of appropriate assessment support

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed

Relevant stakeholders mayinclude:

Extreme weather conditions mayinclude:

Regulations and codes must include:

Contemporary information sources mayinclude:

Cavities mayinclude: