Course Title: Read and interpret plans and specifications
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: BUIL6440C
Course Title: Read and interpret plans and specifications
Important Information:
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School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5415 - Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Course Contact: Matthew Sweeney
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4105
Course Contact Email: matthew.sweeney@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Course Lead: George Kratos
Ph: +61 03 9925-4635
email: george.kratos@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 30
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret plans and specifications applicable to residential and commercial projects. This includes identifying site characteristics, features of the proposed building and details of the construction.
The course applies to site managers, forepersons, estimators, builders, managers and other building and construction industry personnel who read and interpret plans and specifications for quantity surveying, costing and tendering and construction of building and construction projects.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications |
Element: |
1. Identify types of plans |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Confirm plans, specifications and amendments are the current version. 1.2 Identify types of plans and aspects of the drawings specific for the intended purpose. 1.3 Confirm details on plans comply with the specifications. |
Element: |
2. Read and interpret the plan |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Distinguish key features on the plans. 2.2 Identify building location from site plan. 2.3 Identify building layout, spaces and dimensions from floor plan. 2.4 Examine detail drawings to determine sizes, thickness and methods of construction. 2.5 Identify internal linings, external cladding and roof materials from plans and specifications. |
Element: |
3. Identify structural details |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify concrete footing and slab sizes and position and type of reinforcing. 3.2 Identify load bearing points of the building. 3.3 Identify wind bracing and tie-down requirements. |
Element: |
4. Identify non-structural details |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Identify provisional sum (PS) and prime cost (PC) items. 4.2 Locate installation and connection points of services to the building. 4.3 Identify location of fixtures from plans and details of finishes from specifications. |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
You will have one (1) class per week, over a duration of sixteen (16) weeks. Classes are conducted as tutorials.
Tutorial classes will be delivered as directed by your assessor. This may include online delivery, via collaborate ultra on Canvas (LMS) or on campus face-to-face, as timetabled. Your assessor will need to observe you completing tasks during these sessions to ensure your work is authentic (your own work). During tutorial, you will have opportunity to ask questions and receive feedback on your work prior to submitting for grading. Your assessor will also ask you questions to confirm you understand the topic.
You are required to attend a minimum of 85% of your classes. If you miss classes, you will need to provide a medical certificate to your Trainer/Assessor for classes that result in you not meeting the 85% requirement.
If you fail to attend the minimum required classes and engage in each class, your trainer/assessor will not accept your assessment submissions. You will be required to attend an in-person interview with your trainer/assessor at a time determined by them. Failure to attend this interview will result in your assessment being rejected. Additionally, the trainer/assessor reserves the right to reject your assessment based on the interview's outcome. This is required to ensure RMIT meets the Standards set for RTOs to ensure the validity of your work.
Teaching Schedule
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6-12 February
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Introduction to course and assessments You will be briefed on how the course will be delivered, how you will be assessed and the assessments which you need to complete. |
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13-19 February |
Construction Documents You will learn about drawing projections and how these relate to different parts of a drawing set as well as related documents such as building specifications. |
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20-26 February |
Construction Basics / Key features of a plan An overview of basic construction for a brick veneer house and a look at key features of a plan. |
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27 February - 5 March |
Site Plan and Levels You will be shown how to interpret survey plans and commence drawing of your site plan. |
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6-12 March |
Floor Plan Commence drawings for your floor plan |
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13-19 March |
Section Drawing Draw a section through your house |
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20-26 March |
Document relationships A detailed workshop to assess how your various documents relate to each other. |
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27 March - 2 April |
Review Portfolio This class is dedicated to a final review of your portfolio, prior to formal submission. |
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3-9 April |
Dimension Floor Plan Floor plan to be completed with a dedicated focus on dimensioning. |
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17-23 April |
Australian Standards: Bracing and Tie-downs Introduction to AS-1684.4 and clauses relating to Bracing and Tie-downs. |
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24-30 April |
Drawing Elevations You will be guided through methods of projecting elevations from your floor plan and section. |
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1-7 May |
NCC basics / Lintel design Introduction to the National Construction Code with a focus on light to habitable room windows. You will also be designing a lintel for the bedroom window in this session. |
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8-14 May |
Revision This session is dedicated to activities to prepare you for the test (knowledge questions) which is due next week. |
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15-21 May |
Closed book test You will be required to complete a closed book test. Please read assessment conditions by referring to THIS LINK. NOTE: the due date on canvas is indicative and represents the week commencing. Your actual due date will be scheduled for the lesson (specific to your group) which occurs between 15-21 May. This will be announced on Canvas. |
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22-28 May |
Draw Isometric You will be converting a two dimensional drawing to an Isometric Drawing. |
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29 May - 4 June |
Review Portfolio This class is dedicated to a final review of your portfolio, prior to formal submission. |
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5-11 June |
Moderation/Resubmissions Please be available for any resubmissions which may be requested. This will be at the discretion of the moderation panel. |
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12-18 June |
Moderation/Resubmissions Please be available for any resubmissions which may be requested. This will be at the discretion of the moderation panel. |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1: Practical assessment: 2nd of April 2023
Assessment 2: Knowledge assessment: 21st of May 2023
Assessment 3:Practical assessment: 4th of June 2023
Assessment Matrix
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Performance criteria |
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Assessment 1 Portfolio |
Assessment 2 Test |
Assessment 3 Portfolio |
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1.
Identify types of plans. |
1.1 Confirm plans, specifications and amendments are the current version.
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1C |
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1.2 Identify types of plans and aspects of the drawings specific for the intended purpose.
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1D |
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1.3 Confirm details on plans comply with the specifications.
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1C |
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Read and interpret the plan. |
2.1 Distinguish key features on the plans.
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1D |
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2.2 Identify building location from site plan.
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27 |
3A |
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2.3 Identify building layout, spaces and dimensions from floor plan.
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3A |
28, 29 |
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2.4 Examine detail drawings to determine sizes, thickness and methods of construction.
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30 - 35 |
3C |
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2.5 Identify internal linings, external cladding and roof materials from plans and specifications.
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1G |
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3.
Identify structural details.
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3.1 Identify concrete footing and slab sizes and position and type of reinforcing.
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30-35 |
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3.2 Identify load bearing points of the building.
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1H |
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3.3 Identify wind bracing and tie-down requirements.
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3F |
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4.
Identify non-structural details.
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4.1 Identify provisional sum (PS) and prime cost (PC) items.
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1E |
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4.2 Locate installation and connection points of services to the building.
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1F |
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4.3 Identify location of fixtures from plans and details of finishes from specifications.
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1D, 1G, |
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3A |
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Foundation Skills – This section is only completed when foundation are explicitly stated in the unit of competency. In most Training Packages the foundation skills are integrated into the unit of competency and this is clearly stated. | ||
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Foundation skill Copy and paste from Mapping Mate |
Description Copy and paste from Mapping Mate |
Describe how each foundation skill is demonstrated through the relevant assessment |
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Range Statement | ||
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Some units of competency include a Range Statement to reflect mandatory industry requirements. Copy and paste text for the range requirements in separate rows. Note: Make sure assessments provide evidence that students can demonstrate the following skills:
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Assessment Task1: Portfolio |
Assessment Task 2: Test |
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Performance Evidence |
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Assessment 1: Portfolio |
Assessment 2: Test |
Assessment 3: Portfolio |
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PE1 identify orientation of structures, site contours, datum and reduced levels, and site features to be removed or retained
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42-47 |
3A |
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PE2 identify structural load bearing information of the building and compare information from specification
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1H |
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PE3 check wind bracing materials and tie-down methods for accuracy against the wind bracing table
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3F |
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PE4 interpret essential elements from two-dimensional to three-dimensional format, and apply to estimation, planning and supervisory tasks.
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36 |
3E |
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Knowledge Evidence |
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Assessment 1: Portfolio |
Assessment 2: Test
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Assessment 3: Portfolio |
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To be competent in this unit, a person must demonstrate knowledge of:
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KE 1
types of plans:
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1B, 1C, 1D 1C
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48 - 54
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3A 3E |
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KE 2
parts of a plan:
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1B |
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3A |
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KE 3
drawing conventions:
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1B
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43, 44
29 5-12 |
3A
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KE 4
utilities and services plans and specifications |
1C2, 1C3
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38 |
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KE 5 isometric drawings, oblique drawings, perspective drawings and orthographic drawings |
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2, 3, 4, 39 |
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KE 6 computer-aided design (CAD) drawings |
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13, 14, 40, 41 |
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KE 7 building and construction regulations, standards and codes |
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15, 16, 17 |
3B, 3C |
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KE 8 classes of buildings |
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17 |
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KE 9 the NCC |
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15, 16, 17 |
3B |
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KE 10 building information modelling (BIM) |
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14, 40, 41 |
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KE 11 building and construction methods and terminology
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1B, 1D, 1H |
5-12 |
3A, 3C |
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KE 12 workplace processes, workplace safety and environmental requirements. |
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22, 23, 24 |
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Other Information
Assessment requirements:
You are required to complete 3 assessments for this course. All three assessments must be satisfactory.
Once you have completed the assessments and submitted all relevant documentation by or before the stated due date and time of the assessment, your assessor will assess your work against the criteria provided in Section B of the Assessment.
If submitted on time, you will be eligible to receive one of the following results:
- Satisfactory (S). This means that you have satisfactorily completed the task and met all the requirements contained in Section B of the Assessment Task.
- Not Yet Satisfactory (NYS). This means that you have not satisfactorily completed the task and have not met one or more of the requirements contained in Section B of the Assessment Task. You will be provided with Feedback by the Assessor as to what needs to be corrected to achieve a satisfactory outcome.
Resubmissions:
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENTS: You will be provided with one (1) resubmission opportunity for each practical assessment task if you are not successful in attaining a Satisfactory outcome in your initial attempt. After receiving feedback, your assessor will set a new due date for you to complete all correction works and submit them via the CANVAS submission folder.
KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENTS: You will be provided with two (2) resubmission opportunities for each knowledge assessment task if you are not successful in attaining a Satisfactory outcome in your initial attempt. After receiving feedback, your assessor will set a new due date for you to complete all correction works and submit them via the CANVAS link.
Resubmissions are not offered to students who receive a DNS (Did Not Submit) result.
Other Results:
If you fail to submit the assessment task by the due date and time as stated in CANVAS, you will receive a result of DNS (Did Not Submit) This will be displayed as Incomplete in the Grades section. You will also receive a Statement of the DNS in the comments section of the assessment. A DNS Result can only be overturned with an Approved Extention of Time issued by the Program Coordinator or an Approved Special Consideration.
A single DNS result in this course will result in a final DNS result for the course regardless of completion of other assessment tasks.
Attendance Requirements:
Part of the requirements for Vocational Education is regularly engaging with your Trainer/Assessor. Your Trainer/Assessor is obligated to observe you in class and observe your assessments in each class as scheduled. Therefore, you are required to attend all classes as they are scheduled.
You are required to attend a minimum of 85% of your classes. If you miss classes, you will need to provide a medical certificate to your Trainer/Assessor for classes that result in you not meeting the 85% requirement.
If you fail to attend the minimum required classes and engage in each class, your trainer/assessor will not accept your assessment submissions. You will be required to attend an in-person interview with your trainer/assessor at a time determined by them. Failure to attend this interview will result in your assessment being rejected. Additionally, the trainer/assessor reserves the right to reject your assessment based on the interview's outcome. This is required to ensure RMIT meets the Standards set for RTOs to ensure the validity of your work.
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