Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to design for the construction of landscape features and to develop a final project report.
It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Interpret detail architectural and landscape design drawings | 1.1 Interpret detail architectural and landscape design drawings for construction features 1.2 Define survey levels and record any site gradients 1.3 Construct a small scale model from detail drawings 1.4 Draw detail plans from pre-constructed landscape features, including elevations 1.5 Draw drainage plans for a green site and a developed site to construction standards |
2. Design aspects of construction for landscape features in a range of materials | 2.1 Develop a concept design for the construction of the selected landscape feature 2.2 Illustrate construction details for landscape features 2.3 Incorporate a range of materials used in the construction of landscape features into the design |
3. Specify dimensions, footings and qualities of materials | 3.1 Determine the difference in quality of available materials and specify quality criterion in the design 3.2 Specify dimensions, footings and qualities of materials selected 3.3 Determine the consequences and costs involved in using poor quality materials 3.4 Specify the construction standards in the design |
4. Develop a design and project report | 4.1 Develop a site strategy for the design project 4.2 Identify and document timelines for the project 4.3 Determine and record project costs 4.4 Work with contractors on site to resolve any issues arising 4.5 Develop and document a final design and project report |
Evidence of Performance
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
calculate project costs
develop a final design and project report
draw plans to construction standards
identify and document project timelines
interpret detail architectural and landscape design drawings
liaise with stakeholders, staff and contractors
select appropriate materials and plants
specify dimensions, footings and qualities of materials
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
principles and practices of designing for construction of landscape features
construction standards
drainage issues and the available resources to resolve problems
how to select appropriate plants and materials
materials available in the marketplace
plant specifications for a range of plants appropriate to the design
principles of surveying
site services, including electrical and water provision
stone walling, including gabions
the essentials of retaining walls
the paving process
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Sectors
Design (DES)