structural principles

osed Review Date AUG2021 Approved by: CEO
Version no. UED-001
Unit Summary
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the erection or demolition of low rise residential structures using conventional methods. The unit addresses those structures classified by the Building Code of Australia (BCA) as Class 1 and Class 10. Knowledge of the application of structural principles in accordance with Australian standards is essential.
This unit of competency supports the needs of builders, site managers, forepersons and other managers in the building and construction industry responsible for overseeing and managing the demolition or erection of structures.
ASSESSMENT SUMMARY / COVERSHEET

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Unit Code: CPCCBC4010B
Unit Title: Apply structural principles to residential low rise constructions
Please attach the following documentation to this form: Result S = Satisfactory NS = Not Satisfactory
Assessment 1  Demolition reference attached S | NS
Assessment 2 Preparation for building document attached S | NS
Assessment 3  Inspection checklist attached S | NS
Assessment 4  Subflooring and footing plan attached S | NS
Assessment 5 Bracing and wall system report attached S | NS
Assessment 6 Truss roof layout plan attached S | NS
Assessment 7  Cladding installation plans attached S | NS
Assessment 8  Written summative assessment attached S | NS
Final Assessment Result for this unit C / NYC
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Student Instructions
CPCCBC4010B – Apply structural principles to residential low rise constructions
Metharom Construction (MC) plans to become a leading provider of housing construction and renovation services in the South-East Melbourne area. The company’s overall strategy will be based on a continuing improvement process of setting objectives, measuring results, and providing feedback to facilitate further growth and progress. They have been involved in large scale construction for 3 years and are now branching out to residential housing. During this unit, you will need to take on the role of the site supervisor. Your responsibilities are to: enforce site safety plans, ensure all tradespersons are inducted before they begin work, conduct regular inspections to ensure building quality, ensure that any contractors are complying with site rules and safe work method statements, identify and correct hazards, ensure that the site is ready for each trade before they arrive, and have frequent toolbox talks to ensure that WHS procedures are known and followed. For more information regarding Metharom Construction, please see the appendices and company policy documentation.
Assessment 1: Create a document that explains procedures for demolishing a house, in a general context. (Maximum of 800 words)
Create a general explanatory document that discusses the following: The structural principles of demolishing a house Discuss structural performance characteristics of slabs, floors, beams and retaining walls Create a procedure for Metharom work teams to follow when demolishing a house This document will be used by employees as a reference; as such you will need to make sure that you have discussed any relevant legislation, codes of practices, and industry standards.
This assessment is a maximum of 800 words.
Assessment 2: Analyse plans and prepare for building by performing final checks, in a written document. Please note: the details of this assessment continue onto the next page. (Maximum of 600 words)
Refer to the project documents and plans. Considering the plans, and the building’s location: Determine what BCA requirements for bushfires need to be applied to this house, with reference to the location and bushfire rating. Identify a new building technology that may assist you with this project. Justify your answer. Make a list of industry professionals that are local to the build site, and would be able to provide advice on the construction of the house. Ensure that you have referred to building codes and standards as appropriate to this project, as well as industry best practice. This assessment is a maximum of 600 words, and should be submitted to your assessor as one compiled document.
Assessment 3: Perform an inspection. (Maximum of 500 words)
Perform an inspection of the Melbourne campus or another site of your choice if you have access to one. You are required to complete the Pre-Commencement Checklist template provided in the appendices.
Your assessor will advise you of a suitable date and time for you to carry out this inspection.
You will need to submit the completed checklist to your assessor.
Assessment 4: Create a plan for subflooring and footings. (Maximum of 800 words)
As the site supervisor, interpret the project documentation to prepare layouts for both footings and subflooring. To complete this task satisfactorily, you will need to do the following: Prepare a footing layout for strip footings by tracing over the floor plan provided in the appendices. Your layout will also need to include a report that explains how your footings are compliant with the BCA and AS2870, specifications of materials used, and demarcation of damp coursing and termite barriers.
Prepare a layout that specifies requirements for the construction of joists and bearers. A floor plan has been provided in the appendices for you to trace over. You will need to ensure that you have referred to AS1684 and the BCA. Prepare a report that describes how your layout is compliant with the legislative requirements, and create a basic process for the work team to follow when laying the subfloor.
Assessment 5: Prepare a report to coordinate and manage wall systems. (Maximum of 1000 words)
Using the bracing plan provided in the project documentation, complete the following: Select and specify timber to be used for the wall system that complies with AS1684 Create a process that ensures high quality installation of each of the following frames: pre-cut and pre-nailed, and cut and assembled on site Assess the compliance of the current plan including bracing requirements, tie downs and installation. Include details regarding compliance or non-compliance as appropriate. Demonstrate where waterproofing would be attached. Write a procedure for both installation of the waterproofing, and how to check the quality of the installation.
Compile the documents into a report for the construction manager (the assessor). This document should be no more than 1000 words.
Assessment 6: Plan for the installation of roof systems. (Maximum of 800 words)
Prepare a truss roof layout plan to be used for the formation of the roof system.
Your plan will need to show: The structural components of a truss roof system A procedure for the construction of roof trusses A process for ensuring the quality of manufactured roof trusses Locations of sarking and cladding installation
This plan should be no more than 800 words.
Assessment 7: Plan the installation of cladding. (Maximum of 800 words)
Plan the installation of cladding using the project documentation, legislation and regulations. To demonstrate this, you will need to complete the following: Outline the fixing and installation requirements of the windows and doors Explain the fixing requirements of cladding made of treated pine weatherboards Determine the most suitable cladding for this house, and justify your choice using structural performance principles
This assessment is a maximum of 800 words.
Note:

The work you submit must be your own. Students have the responsibility to maintain the highest ethical standards of academic integrity in their work. Academic misconduct by students in examinations or in other forms of assessment is unacceptable.

Prior to submitting an assessment, each student will be required to complete an assessment cover sheet which will ask them to sign a declaration to say they have not plagiarised and that they have read and understood the OPIE Plagiarism policy.

All work submitted will be checked to ensure authenticity.

Students found to have plagiarised will be forced to re-submit the assessment and be required to pay the re-submission fee of $350 per unit of competency and may be subject to disciplinary action.

ASSESSMENT 8 – WRITTEN ASSESSMENT

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Written Assessment
This is a closed book written assessment. In the time allocated, you are to answer all of the following questions. Make sure you: Print Clearly Answer all questions Use a black pen. Assessments written in pencil will not be accepted. Ask your assessor if you do not understand a question. Whist your assessor cannot tell you the answer, he/she may be able to re-word the question for you Do not talk to your classmates. If you are caught talking, you will be asked to leave and your assessment will not be marked. Do not cheat or plagiarise the work of others. Anyone caught cheating will automatically be marked Not Yet Competent for this unit. There are NO EXCEPTIONS to this rule.
1 Who would you consult regarding the preparation of work drawings? (Circle one answer)
Quantity surveyors Engineers Draftspeople Building surveyors
2 What information is provided in a copy of title?

3 What are two things that can be learned from a soil report?

4 What is one method that the BCA would use to assess emerging technology?

5 Where a strip footing is being used, what must the minimum bearing capacity of the soil be? (Circle one)
50 kPa 75 kPa 90 kPa 100 kPa
6 The BCA classifies soil according to its stability. Describe the following classes of soil.
Class A
Class P
7 What unit are loads on a structure measured in?

8 If a structure is defined as having reached equilibrium, what does that mean?

9 What is the minimum size allowed for cavity brick for a brick veneer wall? (Circle one)
25mm 100mm 150mm 200mm
10 What are two ways that an employer can reduce the risk of employees suffering manual handling injuries?

11 Give two examples of incidents that must be reported to WorkSafe.

12 Name two things that an employer must do to ensure the safety of plant.

Student Declaration: I declare that the work submitted is my own, and has not been copied or plagiarised from any person or source. Name: ________________________ Signature: ________________________ Date: ____/_____/_____
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In the written assessment, did the student: Satisfactory: Comments
Did the student answer all questions correctly? (Please note which questions were answered incorrectly, if applicable).  Yes  No
If ‘no’ to the above, did you identify gaps in the student’s understanding and knowledge?  Yes  No
If ‘yes’ to the above, what arrangements have been made for reassessment?  Yes  No
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