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CPPBDN8002 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Research compliance requirements for complex building design projects

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPBDN8002 - Research compliance requirements for complex building design projects
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to research compliance requirements that apply to large scale and complex building design projects in a range of locations. It involves researching local, state and federal government legislation and policies relating to planning and the environment, including zoning, and interpreting these requirements in relation to client preferences and prospective design proposals.The unit supports building design projects involving three storeys or more for Class 2, 3 and 9 buildings, and of four storeys or more for Class 5, 6, 7 and 8 buildings. Refer to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) section of the National Construction Code (NCC) to confirm current definitions. Large and complex building design projects may be new buildings, alterations and additions, and conversions of residential, commercial, industrial or public buildings. The unit applies to building designers who analyse and explain compliance requirements for construction Type A buildings as defined in the BCA.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

computer with internet access and:

building information modelling (BIM)-capable building design software

business software currently used in drafting, architectural and building design practice

telephone

materials:

technical reports

working drawings and plans

contingencies:

implications of non-compliance

specifications:

BCA and Australian standards

legislation, regulations, codes and other compliance documentation relating to each building design project specified in the performance evidence

project brief for the building classes and types specified in the performance evidence

relationship with client:

liaison with the client is required.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Research requirements of legislation applicable to large and complex building projects.
  • Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different types of large and complex building projects is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.
  • Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different project locations and conditions is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.
  • Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.
       
Element: Research requirements of codes and standards applicable to large and complex building projects.
  • Codes and standards relating to different types of building design projects are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.
  • Codes and standards relating to different project locations and conditions are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.
  • Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.
       
Element: Analyse impact of alternative solutions on project development.
  • Deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) and alternative solutions are compared and evaluated to assess relative strengths and weaknesses.
  • Expert opinion regarding the compliance requirements of alternative solutions is sought to inform decision making.
       
Element: Analyse compliance requirements.
  • Ambiguous or conflicting compliance requirements are clarified with relevant professionals.
  • Compliance requirements that affect client preferences are identified and communicated to client.
  • Constraints placed on design options by compliance requirements are identified and innovative solutions are proposed.
       


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.

Research requirements of legislation applicable to large and complex building projects.

1.1.

Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different types of large and complex building projects is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

1.2.

Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different project locations and conditions is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

1.3.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

2.

Research requirements of codes and standards applicable to large and complex building projects.

2.1.

Codes and standards relating to different types of building design projects are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

2.2.

Codes and standards relating to different project locations and conditions are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

2.3.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

3.

Analyse impact of alternative solutions on project development.

3.1.

Deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) and alternative solutions are compared and evaluated to assess relative strengths and weaknesses.

3.2.

Expert opinion regarding the compliance requirements of alternative solutions is sought to inform decision making.

4.

Analyse compliance requirements.

4.1.

Ambiguous or conflicting compliance requirements are clarified with relevant professionals.

4.2.

Compliance requirements that affect client preferences are identified and communicated to client.

4.3.

Constraints placed on design options by compliance requirements are identified and innovative solutions are proposed.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.

The person must also provide evidence of construction Type A building compliance requirements being researched and documented and met for:

one building design project of three storeys or more for a Class 2, 3 or 9 building

one building design project of four storeys or more for a Class 5, 6, 7 or 8 building.

In doing the above, the person must:

develop a body of current research findings suitable for identifying and applying compliance with codes, standards and planning requirements for construction Type A building design projects

systematically document and store research findings.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

compliance requirements relating to construction Type A building design projects, including:

Australian standards

Building Code of Australia (BCA) deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) requirements

BCA alternative solutions requirements, including:

Australian standards

techniques for carbon dioxide reduction, including specification of materials, glue and paint

energy efficiency

fire resistance levels

Building Acts

town planning and other planning body requirements

legislation

regulatory limitations

organisational scope of business and client demographics, including:

geographic areas of operation

trends in client design preferences

types of building design projects that form the core business of the organisation

sources of reliable information to assist in interpreting compliance requirements.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, 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.

Research requirements of legislation applicable to large and complex building projects.

1.1.

Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different types of large and complex building projects is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

1.2.

Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different project locations and conditions is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

1.3.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

2.

Research requirements of codes and standards applicable to large and complex building projects.

2.1.

Codes and standards relating to different types of building design projects are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

2.2.

Codes and standards relating to different project locations and conditions are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

2.3.

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

3.

Analyse impact of alternative solutions on project development.

3.1.

Deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) and alternative solutions are compared and evaluated to assess relative strengths and weaknesses.

3.2.

Expert opinion regarding the compliance requirements of alternative solutions is sought to inform decision making.

4.

Analyse compliance requirements.

4.1.

Ambiguous or conflicting compliance requirements are clarified with relevant professionals.

4.2.

Compliance requirements that affect client preferences are identified and communicated to client.

4.3.

Constraints placed on design options by compliance requirements are identified and innovative solutions are proposed.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Legislation must include:

legislation, regulations and local by-laws relating to:

conservation

construction materials and methods

energy

environment

heritage

work health and safety (WHS)

planning

water

local authority planning schemes.

Project locations must include:

jurisdictions of two different:

countries

local authorities

States and Territories

the following two specific conditions:

bushfire threat zone

cyclone zone

one or more of the following:

coastal area

flood zone

mountainous area

rural area

snow zone.

Conditions must include:

natural waterways

protected flora and fauna.

Codes and standards must include:

Australian standards

NCC

Building Acts

codes and standards applicable:

at project locations

in particular conditions.

Expert opinionmust be sought from at least three of the following:

access consultant

acoustics engineer or professional

bushfire management professional

construction contractor

civil engineer

energy efficiency expert

fire systems designer or engineer

health and safety expert

hydraulic engineer

landscape designer

lighting specialist

mechanical services engineer

plumbing and drainage professional

quantity surveyor

service contractor

soil testing or geo-technical engineer or expert

structural engineer

surveyor.

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
Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different types of large and complex building projects is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted. 
Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different project locations and conditions is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted. 
Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures. 
Codes and standards relating to different types of building design projects are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted. 
Codes and standards relating to different project locations and conditions are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted. 
Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures. 
Deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) and alternative solutions are compared and evaluated to assess relative strengths and weaknesses. 
Expert opinion regarding the compliance requirements of alternative solutions is sought to inform decision making. 
Ambiguous or conflicting compliance requirements are clarified with relevant professionals. 
Compliance requirements that affect client preferences are identified and communicated to client. 
Constraints placed on design options by compliance requirements are identified and innovative solutions are proposed. 

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