Course Title: Apply structural principles to commercial low rise constructions

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5256 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Course Title: Apply structural principles to commercial low rise constructions

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 80

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Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

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.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Nil



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

CPCCBC4011B Apply structural principles to commercial low rise constructions

Elements:

1. Apply structural principles to the planning of the erection or demolition of a structure
2. Analyse and plan for the structural integrity of Class 2 to 9 buildings
3. Plan, coordinate and manage laying of footing systems
4. Plan, coordinate and manage laying of floor system
5. Plan, coordinate and manage the building of structural wall systems and wall cladding systems
6. Plan, coordinate and manage the building of structural roof systems and roof cladding systems
 

Learning Outcomes

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Overview of Assessment

Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including written,oral, practical tasks and activities.
You will be asked to personally demonstrate to your teacher/assessor the practical skills gained during this course to the relevant industry standards. Assessment activities will occur throughout this course and feedback will be provided at regular intervals.