Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CPCCBC5001B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for medium rise building projects

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPCCBC5001B - Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for medium rise building projects
Description This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the construction processes of medium rise commercial and wide span buildings (medium rise licensing classification with reference to Classes 1 and 10 construction, Classes 2 and 3 to a maximum of 3 storeys, and Classes 4 to 9 to a maximum of 3 storeys, not including Type A construction). To successfully construct medium rise buildings requires thorough knowledge of the purpose and content of the Building Code of Australia (BCA), coupled with the ability to interpret other codes and standards related to a specific building.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency supports builders, project managers and related construction industry professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and standards in the building and construction industry.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil Nil
Competency Field Building services
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Access and interpret relevant code and standard requirements.
  • Relevant performance requirements from the BCA that apply to individual projects (classified as medium rise) are identified.
  • Requirements of relevant BCA deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) provisions are determined.
  • Requirements of relevant Australian standards referenced in the BCA are accessed and interpreted appropriately.
       
Element: Classify buildings.
  • Nature of building is determined according to use and arrangement.
  • BCA criteria to determine the defined classification are applied.
       
Element: Analyse and apply a range of solutions to a construction problem to ensure compliance with the BCA.
  • Range of criteria that will ensure that construction methods comply with BCA performance requirements is determined.
  • Alternative solutions to a design or construction BCA-compliance problem are discussed and proposed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Performance-based solutions are identified and documented in accordance with BCA requirements and organisational quality procedures and processes.
  • Assessment methods referenced in the BCA to determine whether a building solution complies with performance requirements or DTS provision of the BCA are analysed and applied.
  • Relevant documentation is identified and completed in accordance with BCA requirements.
       
Element: Apply fire protection requirements.
  • Passive and active fire control elements required by the BCA and other legislation are identified.
  • Level of fire resistance required for the construction of various medium rise buildings is determined.
  • BCA requirements with respect to passive and active fire protection to medium rise buildings are identified and applied.
  • Check of existing buildings for compliance with passive and active fire protection requirements is carried out in accordance with BCA requirements.
       


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

This unit of competency could be assessed by the application of design principles and solutions specified in BCA performance requirements or DTS provisions applicable to a particular building project.

This unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based 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 who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:

comply with organisational quality procedures and processes

apply and interpret relevant documentation and codes

apply BCA performance requirements relating to design and construction of a medium rise building

demonstrate understanding of assessment methods available to determine compliance with the BCA.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit of competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

access to BCA and relevant documents referenced in the BCA

access to relevant legislation

project documentation, including design brief, design drawings, specifications and construction schedules

research resources, including product information and data

relevant computer software package and suitable hardware.

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.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.

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.

Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.


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.

Required skills

Required skills for this unit are:

analysis and interpretation skills relating to documentation from a wide range of sources, including BCA and referenced documents

application of design concepts and principles in accordance with BCA, namely medium rise:

Classes 1 and 10

Classes 2 and 3 to a maximum of 3 storeys

Classes 4 to 9 to a maximum of 3 storeys, not including Type A construction

accurate application of building codes and standards

communication skills to:

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand

discuss and propose alternative solutions

read and interpret:

documentation from a variety of sources, including BCA and referenced documents

specifications and drawings

use and interpret non-verbal communication

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

written skills to complete documentation in accordance with BCA requirements

numeracy skills to apply mathematical information included in building codes and standards

technological skills to facilitate use of the organisation's software and office equipment.

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is:

BCA performance hierarchy

interpretation and analysis of working drawings and specifications

relevance of Australian standards

relevant legislative and OHS requirements, codes and practices

relevant licensing arrangements

thorough understanding of the BCA, namely medium rise:

Classes 1 and 10

Classes 2 and 3 to a maximum of 3 storeys

Classes 4 to 9 to a maximum of 3 storeys, not including Type A construction.

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.

Medium rise falls within the BCA classes:

1 and 10

2 and 3 to a maximum of three storeys

4 to 9 to a maximum of three storeys, not including Type A construction.

Assessment methods include:

comparison with BCA DTS provisions

evidence of suitability as described in the BCA

expert judgement as defined in the BCA

verification method as defined in the BCA.

Performance requirements include:

those contained within other legislation applicable to a specific project

performance requirements of the BCA determined to be relevant to a specific project

performance-based contractual requirements that must be fulfilled by any party.

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
Relevant performance requirements from the BCA that apply to individual projects (classified as medium rise) are identified. 
Requirements of relevant BCA deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) provisions are determined. 
Requirements of relevant Australian standards referenced in the BCA are accessed and interpreted appropriately. 
Nature of building is determined according to use and arrangement. 
BCA criteria to determine the defined classification are applied. 
Range of criteria that will ensure that construction methods comply with BCA performance requirements is determined. 
Alternative solutions to a design or construction BCA-compliance problem are discussed and proposed in accordance with company policies and procedures. 
Performance-based solutions are identified and documented in accordance with BCA requirements and organisational quality procedures and processes. 
Assessment methods referenced in the BCA to determine whether a building solution complies with performance requirements or DTS provision of the BCA are analysed and applied. 
Relevant documentation is identified and completed in accordance with BCA requirements. 
Passive and active fire control elements required by the BCA and other legislation are identified. 
Level of fire resistance required for the construction of various medium rise buildings is determined. 
BCA requirements with respect to passive and active fire protection to medium rise buildings are identified and applied. 
Check of existing buildings for compliance with passive and active fire protection requirements is carried out in accordance with BCA requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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