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. | Plan and organise review of thermal performance of existing residential building. | 1.1. | Need for review of thermal performance of existing residential building is clarified with client. |
| 1.2. | Effective communication strategies are used to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns. |
| | 1.3. | Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed. |
| | 1.4. | Review is planned ensuring that health and safety of self and others are not compromised. |
| | 1.5. | Review documentation is prepared. |
| | 1.6. | Tools, equipment and other requirements for the review are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of review. |
| | 1.7. | Owner or occupier status of client is determined. |
| | 1.8. | Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to review and details of review are confirmed. |
| | 1.9. | Authority to proceed is obtained from client before commencing, and reconfirmed as appropriate during the review. |
2. | Gather and analyse information on thermal performance of existing residence. | 2.1. | Information required for conducting the thermal performance review is determined. |
2.2. | Information is gathered from resident and measurements and observations are conducted during inspection of residence. |
2.3. | Information is verified for accuracy and recorded using relevant data collection tool. |
| | 2.4. | Information is analysed to identify strengths and weaknesses of the thermal performance of residence. |
3. | Assess options for improving thermal performance of existing residence. | 3.1. | Sources of technical advice on building thermal performance are identified. |
| 3.2. | Government rebates and other assistance programs for improving the thermal performance of existing residential buildings are identified. |
| 3.3. | Options for improving thermal performance and reducing emissions of the residence are evaluated. |
| | 3.4. | Cost of options for improving thermal performance of the residence is estimated. |
4. | Report outcomes of thermal performance review of existing residence. | 4.1. | Results and recommendations, along with supporting evidence, are collated and documented. |
| 4.2. | Estimated cost of proposed recommendations, associated reductions in costs and emissions, and improvements in thermal performance are documented. |
| 4.3. | Results and recommendations, including estimated costs, are explained to client. |
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 review the thermal performance of three different existing residences using non-rating tools and techniques. The buildings must be drawn from the following classes of buildings under the National Construction Code (NCC): Class 1 buildings, sole occupancy units (SOU) in Class 2 buildings, or Class 4 buildings.
In doing the above, the person must:
gather the building information required to conduct a thermal performance review of the existing residence
identify options for improving the thermal performance of the existing residence, taking into account the type of building, ownership of building, cost and practicality
apply knowledge of:
Australian climatic zones
building thermal performance principles
non-rating tools and techniques
passive energy design principles
relationship between building thermal performance and thermal comfort
thermal performance properties of common building materials.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
Australian climatic zones:
different climatic zones and their characteristics
climate data used in thermal performance review:
diurnal temperature range
humidity
irradiance
minimum and maximum temperature
solar geometry
wind speed and direction
building materials:
constraints on choice of building materials:
availability
compliance with relevant codes, standards and legislation
cost
practicality
size
space
embodied energy and life cycle properties of building materials
thermal performance properties of common building materials
building thermal performance:
relationship between building thermal performance and thermal comfort
sources of professional advice on thermal performance and when referral to a registered practitioner or other licensed professional / consultant is required
thermal performance principles:
glazing, shading and insulation for controlling temperature
orientation
thermal mass for storing
ventilation
thermal performance ratings:
current rating requirements
documentation of ratings
legal requirements
sources of information
uses
ways of improving thermal performance of existing residential buildings:
draught proofing
glazing
insulation
landscaping and planting
shade
structural changes
ventilation
window and floor coverings
commonwealth, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations impacting on thermal performance review relating to:
building thermal performance
environment protection
privacy
work health and safety (WHS)
data collection tools and techniques:
advantages and disadvantages of non-rating data collection tools and techniques
types of non-rating tools and techniques
energy and power:
terminology:
energy
energy efficiency
power
primary energy source
units of measurement
uses, cost and environmental impact of energy in residential buildings
greenhouse gas emissions:
relationship between building design, energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
ways of reducing greenhouse gas emissions through building design
thermal comfort:
definition of thermal comfort
physical factors that influence thermal comfort
requirement for thermal comfort.