The unit involves quoting and interpreting from computerised timber manufactured product plans in a timber and wood products production setting

The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Select software

1.1. Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to drawing and detailing trusses and/or frames and/or floors using computerised systems are identified and followed

1.2. Software options are reviewed and evaluated against specified workrequirements

1.3. Appropriate software program is selected appropriate to work requirements

2. Interpret plans and loading conditions

2.1. Plans and work order documentation are obtained and interpreted

2.2. Plans are interpreted and work requirements specified, assessed and referred to engineers for calculations

2.3. Additional information and data required to estimate assemblies is obtained from appropriatepersonnel or other sources

2.4. Functional and pictorial images of structures, trusses and/or frames and/or floors are created

2.5. Design requirements outside software limitations are identified and referred to appropriate personnel

2.6. Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS and organisational requirements

3. Use computer programs to estimate trusses and/or frames and/or floors

3.1. Fixed design details are transferred to layout data in line with software requirements

3.2. Truss and/or frame and/or floor types are identified and timber type and species selected in line with material suitability and availability

3.3. Design structure is defined by common industry spacing of trusses or frames or floors and their components in line with industry standards

3.4. Component sizes are fixed to clarify and firm design options

3.5. Layouts, spacing and sizing of individual structural members are progressively selected in line with software requirements

3.6. Design details are produced in line with software and work order requirements

3.7. Design options are selected on the basis of feasibility, ease of erection, cost, material availability, customer preference and site standards

3.8. Design details are reviewed and revised in line with site and customer standards without compromising truss, frame or structure strength

4. Prepare quotation

4.1. Estimations are calculated and quotation is produced in the designated format using recommended software and computer program

4.2. Quotation is reviewed and checked for completeness and accuracy in line with organisational requirements

4.3. Modifications are made to computer design to meet work order requirements, if required

4.4. Computer records are completed and quotation is prepared for presentation in line with workplace procedures

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Required skills

Technical skills sufficient to quote and detail trusses and/or frames and/or floors using computerised systems and software and to interpret design and detail of timber trusses and/or frames and/or floors using available materials and meeting the required standards

Communication skills and interpersonal techniques sufficient to interact appropriately with colleagues and others in the workplace

Literacy skills sufficient to locate, interpret and apply relevant information, industry terminology and specifications in written, diagrammatic and/or verbal form; ability to accurately record and report workplace information and maintain documentation

Numeracy skills sufficient to select appropriate mathematical and estimation processes

Problem solving skills sufficient to identify problems and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge

Applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to the full range of processes for estimating trusses and/or frames and/or floors using computerised systems

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for estimating trusses and/or frames and/or floors using computerised systems

Environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies and common fault finding techniques

Types of tools and equipment relevant to quoting and interpreting from computerised timber manufactured product plans and procedures for their use, operation and maintenance

Procedures for recording, reporting and maintaining workplace information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

Application of building and structural regulations and site policy

Range, types and uses of computer programs and software including estimation software

Common industry terminology for all component types

Relationship between component loads, supports and spans and component loads, species, type, dimensions and grade

Industry standard cross-section sizes and profiles, length and spacing dimensions

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can select and use computerised systems to accurately interpret trusses and/or frames and/or floors and prepare a quotation in line with industry and organisational guidelines

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:

following applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for estimating trusses and/or frames and/or floors using computerised systems

following organisational policies and procedures relevant to the full range of processes for estimating trusses and/or frames and/or floors using computerised systems

effective communication techniques and safe work practices in the work area

interpreting plans, loading conditions and technical information and conveying information in written, sketch and oral form

using a scientific calculator and appropriate computer software to estimate truss, beam and frame materials and quantities

producing quotations within designated timeframes

applying mathematical procedures such as estimation and measurement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on required knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of employability skills

Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English

Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment

Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role

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.

OHS requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

fire fighting equipment

hazard and risk control

fatigue management

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying

Legislative requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care

lifts and cranes, scaffolding, building codes and regulations

Organisational requirements may include:

legal

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting requirements

equipment use and maintenance and storage requirements

environmental management requirements (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Software

will be a commercial package running on suitable computer hardware and producing designs using specific trusses and/or frames and/or floors assembly hardware requirements

Work requirements may include:

loading requirements

applicable codes

common industry practices

specific customer preferences

transport regulations

fabricating limitations

Assessment may include

assessment of:

concentrated loads

dimensions defining geometry and loading of individual trusses and/or frames and/or floors

drawing views and notes to identify additional design requirements and restrictions

Assemblies may include:

wooden roof trusses

floor trusses and wall frames for solid brick, brick veneer and timber frame domestic houses and light commercial structures

Appropriate personnel may include:

supervisors

clients

colleagues

line management

software support engineers

Other sources may include:

suppliers

manufacturers

architect

builder

local council

Images may include:

details of:

load support

loading transfer mechanisms

tying positions

Communication may include:

verbal and non-verbal language

constructive feedback

active listening

questioning to clarify and confirm understanding

use of positive, confident and cooperative language

use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences

control of tone of voice and body language

Industry standards may include:

Australian standards

international standards

nail plate provider standards

Calculations may include:

quantities of timber for trusses and/or frames and/or floors

quantities of ancillaries and bracing

costing of materials and labour

Common Technical

This unit contains employability skills