Course Title: Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2023

Course Code: BUIL6445C

Course Title: Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions

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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

Jason Barriss

+61 3 9925 4105

jason.barriss@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 200

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

CPCCBC4053

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings

CPCCBC4001

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings

Course Description

In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to apply structural principles to the construction of residential or commercial structures. This course includes applying structural principles to footing, floor, wall and roof systems.

This course applies to builders, site managers, forepersons and other managers in the building and construction industry who apply structural principles to the demolition or construction of structures.

 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions

Element:

1. Analyse the structural integrity of building project.

Performance Criteria:

1.1

Determine the class of building, intended use of building and climate zone from the NCC.

1.2

Analyse project for compliance with NCC bushfire, high wind, earthquake and alpine environment requirements.

1.3

Analyse building design and structural integrity from project plans and specifications, building standards and codes.

1.4

Determine the effect of section properties on various materials.

1.5

Determine if structural performance meets the General Requirements and Performance Requirements of NCC.

1.6

Confirm analysis with relevant industry professionals.

1.7

Conduct pre-commencement site inspection to confirm analysis.

1.8

Assess new and emerging building technologies for application to the construction process and their compliance with NCC requirements and relevant Australian Standards.

Element:

2. Plan, coordinate and manage the laying of footings

Performance Criteria:

2.1

Identify earthworks and footing or slab configuration from project plans and specifications.

2.2

Establish cut and fill, excavation and compaction compliance with geotechnical report.

2.3

Assess performance of reinforcement, concrete and other elements which contribute to structural integrity of specified footings.

2.4

Determine compliance with building and construction regulations, standards and codes.

2.5

Set out footings in accordance with project plans and specifications.

Element:

3. Plan, coordinate and manage laying of flooring systems

Performance Criteria:

3.1

Identify flooring systems materials, components and configuration from project plans and specifications.

3.2

Establish footing type and tie-down details.

3.3

Assess suspended flooring system component sections’ compliance with standards and codes’ span requirements. 

3.4

Determine if floor framing and flooring is compliant with NCC Performance Requirements for climate zone, fire resistance and rising damp requirements.

3.5

Supervise and check laying of specified floor system complies with project documentation.

Element:

4. Plan, coordinate and manage the building of wall systems

Performance Criteria:

4.1

Identify and analyse structural and non-structural wall systems used in the planning of the building and construction project.

4.2

Determine materials used for timber and steel framing and structural steel members meet the Performance Requirements of the NCC and timber framing complies with AS 1684 Residential timber-framed construction.

4.3

Identify, implement and check processes for erecting structural and non-structural wall systems comply with manufacturer’s specifications and building and construction standards and codes.

4.4

Plan, implement and check requirements for application of bracing, tie-downs, tolerances, allowances, and fixing and installation of wall frame components for compliance with relevant Australian Standards, codes and manufacturer specifications.

4.5

Manage processes to ensure quality of the frame, whether factory pre-cut and pre-nailed, factory pre-cut and assembled on site, or cut and assembled on site.

4.6

Identify and implement allowances for services to be installed.

4.7

Check compliance of installation of windows and doors with building and construction standards and code and manufacturer’s specifications.

Element:

5. Plan, coordinate and manage the building of structural roof systems

Performance Criteria:

5.1

Identify type of structural roof system and components and determine compliance with Performance Requirements of NCC.

5.2

Plan, implement and check erection of structural roof, roof trusses or hand cut roof members comply with building and construction standards and codes and accepted industry construction practices.

5.3

Plan, implement and check installation of roof sarking and cladding, skylights, roof ventilators and service penetrations comply with building standards, codes and manufacturer specifications.

5.4

Manage processes to ensure roof systems’ quality finish.

Element:

6. Plan, coordinate and manage wall cladding

Performance Criteria:

6.1

Assess structural performance of cladding to be used for bracing in the frame construction for compliance with building and construction standards, codes and manufacturer specifications.

6.2

Determine cladding, vapour permeable sarking or waterproof membrane and components meet the Performance Requirements of NCC.

6.3

Supervise and check installation of specified cladding complies with building and construction standards, codes and industry-accepted industry practices.


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

Students will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency:

• Face to Face classes

• Simulated Workplace Learning

• Online learning via CANVAS

• Other forms of structured teaching and learning

Students will be observed and assessed through their planned activities throughout the duration of the course

The total number of scheduled hours of teaching, learning and assessment involved in this course includes all planned activities (face to face classes, lectures, workshops and seminars; workplace visits, online learning and other forms of structured teaching and learning). It also covers the amount of effort necessary to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, observation of work performance, discussions with supervisors and others providing third party evidence and one on one and group assessment sessions with students.

Students will be able to access course information and learning materials through the Learning Hub and may be provided with additional materials in class. Lists of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. You will also use equipment and software packages in the laboratory for the project work. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.


Teaching Schedule

Week

Week starting

 Topics & Activities Assessment
1 7 Feb

Introduction to Structural Principles &   

Foundation Mathematics for Building

 Worksheet Only
2 14 Feb

Foundations and Footings - Part 1

Shallow Footings

 Worksheet Only
3 21 Feb

Foundations and Footings - Part 2

Deep Footings & Basements

Worksheet Only

 
4 28 Feb

Concrete Technology -

Mass Concrete, Reinforced & Prestressed Concrete 

Worksheet Only
5 7 Mar Floors - Timber, Steel, Concrete & Composite Systems Worksheet Only
6 14 Mar

Walls & Columns

Load Bearing Systems

Worksheet Only
7 21 Mar

Walls & Ceilings 

Non-Load Bearing Systems 

 Worksheet Only
8 28 Mar

Roofs - Part 1

Prefabricated Roofs

Worksheet Only
9 4 April

Roofs - Part 2

Hand-Cut / Stick-Built Roofs

Worksheet Only

 
10 18 April  Project 1 Review & Submission

Project 1 Due
11 2 May Steel Technology & Connections

Worksheet Only
12 9 May Portal Frame Buildings Design Lab

Worksheet Only 
13 16 May Concrete Frame Buildings Design Lab Worksheet Only
14 23 May Basement Construction Design Lab Worksheet Only
15 30 May Timber Frame Buildings (3- Storeys) Project 1 Resubmissions Due
16 6 June Masonry Buildings  Worksheet Only
17 13 June Project 2  Review & Submission Project 2 Due
18 11 July Glazing & Cladding for Buildings Worksheet Only
19 18 July Project 3 Review & Submission Project 3 Due
20 25 July Alpine Region Building Considerations ( Wind & Snow Loads) Worksheet Only
 21 1 Aug Earthquake Zone Building Considerations Worksheet Only
 22 8 Aug Bushfires Region Building Considerations Worksheet Only
 23 15 Aug Termites & Borers in Buildings Project 3 Resubmissions Due
 24 22 Aug Building Services locations in Structures Worksheet Only
 25 5 Sep Cranage & Hoisting for Structures  Worksheet Only
 26 12 Sep Project 4 Review & Submission Project 4 / Knowledge Questions Due
27  19 Sep Demolition Requirement for Structures Worksheet Only
28 26 Sep Defects & Remedial Works in Buildings Worksheet Only
 29 3 Oct Site Visits/Practicals Lab Worksheet Only
 30 10 Oct Site Visits/ Practicals Lab Worksheet Only
 31 17 Oct Site Visits/ Practicals Lab

Project 4 / Knowledge Questions Resubmissions Due

Worksheet Only
 32 24 Oct Site Visits/ Practical Lab 

Project 4 / Knowledge Questions Final Resubmissions Due

Worksheet Only
33  31 Oct Site Visits/ Practical Lab  Worksheet Only
34  14 Nov Site Visits/ Practicals Lab Worksheet Only
       
       


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Text: Principles of Structure, K.J.Wyatt

Selected Videos and Other Publicly Available Material


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 Name

Description

Release Date

Due Date

 

Assessment Task 1
  • Project-based Assignment
  • All activities must be completed

Session 1

(Week 1)

Session 10

Assessment Task 2
  • Project-based Assignment
  • All activities must be completed

Session 1

(Week 1)

Session 17

Assessment Task 3
  • Project-based Assignment
  • All activities must be completed

Session 1

(Week 1)

Session 17

Assessment Task 4
  • Final Knowledge Questions test
  • All questions must be answered correctly

Session 1

(Week 1)

Session 26


Assessment Matrix

           

Element 

        

Performance criteria 

        

AT1 

        

AT2 

        

AT3 

        

AT4 
       

1 Analyse the structural integrity of building project. 

    

1.1 Determine the class of building, intended use of building and climate zone from the NCC 

    

 

Q4&5 

 

    

 

    

  

    

 
   

1.2 Analyse project for compliance with NCC bushfire, high wind, earthquake and alpine environment requirements. 

 

    

Q45 

Q15&33 

Q34&35 

Q13 

    

P1 Q3 

P2 Q2 

 

    

 

    

 
   

1.3 Analyse building design and structural integrity from project plans and specifications, building standards and codes. 

    

 

    

Part 1 Q1 &2 

    

 

    

 
   

1.4 Determine the effect of section properties on various materials.  

    

 

Q27,28,29 

    

 

    

 

    

 
   

1.5 Determine if structural performance meets the General Requirements and Performance Requirements of NCC  

    

 

    

Part 1 Q1f 

 

    

 

 

    

 
   

1.6 Confirm analysis with relevant industry professionals.  

    

 

    

 

    

 

    

Q18 
   

1.7 Conduct pre-commencement site inspection to confirm analysis. 

    

Q37, Q39 

    

 

    

 

    

 
   

1.8 Assess new and emerging building technologies for application to the construction process and their compliance with NCC requirements and relevant Australian Standards. 

    

 

    

P1 Q3e, Q3f 

    

 

    

 
       

2 Plan, coordinate and manage the laying of footings. 

    

2.1 Identify earthworks and footing or slab configuration from project plans and specifications. 

    

 

    

Part 1 Q3, Q4 

    

 

    

 
   

2.2 Establish cut and fill, excavation and compaction compliance with geotechnical report.  

    

 

    

Part 1 Q3a &3g 

    

 

    

 
   

2.3 Assess performance of reinforcement, concrete and other elements which contribute to structural integrity of specified footings.  

    

  

    

Part 1 Q2 

    

 

    

 
   

2.4 Determine footing compliance with building and construction regulations, standards and codes. 

    

 

    

Part 1 Q1, Q2, Q3 

 

    

3.1 & 3.2 

    

 
   

2.5 Set out footings in accordance with project plans and specifications. 

    

 

    

 

    

3.1.3, 3.1.4, 3.1.5 

    

 
       

3 Plan, coordinate and manage laying of flooring systems. 

    

3.1 Identify flooring systems materials, components and configuration from project plans and specifications.  

    

 

    

Part 2 

Q1 

 

    

3.2 

    

 
   

3.2 Establish footing type and tie-down details.  

 

    

Q80, 87 

    

P2 Q5 

    

 

    

 
   

3.3 Assess suspended flooring system component sections’ compliance with standards and codes’ span requirements.  

    

Q65,66,67 

    

 

    

3.2 

    

 
   

3.4 Determine if floor framing and flooring is compliant with NCC Performance Requirements for climate zone, fire resistance and rising damp requirements. 

    

Q47, 66,67 

 

    

  

    

 

    

 
   

3.5 Supervise and check laying of specified floor system complies with project documentation. 

    

 

    

 

    

3.2 

    

 
       

4 Plan, coordinate and manage the building of wall systems. 

    

4.1 Identify and analyse structural and non-structural wall systems used in the planning of the building and construction project.  

    

 

    

Part 2 

Q3 & Q4 

    

 

    

 
   

4.2 Determine materials used for timber and steel framing and structural steel members meet the Performance Requirements of the NCC and timber framing complies with AS 1684 Residential timber-framed construction. 

    

 

    

Part 2 

Q3, Q4 

 

    

 

    

 
   

4.3 Identify, implement and check processes for erecting structural and non-structural wall systems comply with manufacturer’s specifications and building and construction standards and codes. 

    

 

    

 

    

3.3 

    

 
   

4.4 Plan, implement and check requirements for application of bracing, tie-downs, tolerances, allowances, and fixing and installation of wall frame components for compliance with relevant Australian Standards, codes and manufacturer specifications. 

    

 

    

Part 2 Q2 &Q5 

    

3.3 

    

 
   

4.5 Manage processes to ensure quality of the frame, whether factory pre-cut and pre-nailed, factory pre-cut and assembled on site, or cut and assembled on site. 

    

 

    

 

    

3.3  

    

 
   

4.6 Identify and implement allowances for services to be installed. 

    

 

    

 

    

 

    

Q17  
   

4.7 Check compliance of installation of windows and doors with building and construction standards and code and manufacturer’s specifications. 

    

 

    

 

    

3.5 

    

 
       

5 Plan, coordinate and manage the building of structural roof systems. 

    

5.1 Identify type of structural roof system and components and determine compliance with Performance Requirements of NCC. 

    

Q76,84,85,86 

    

Part 2  

Q 5,6 & 7 

 

    

 

    

 
   

5.2 Plan, implement and check erection of structural roof, roof trusses and hand cut roof members comply with building and construction standards and codes and accepted industry construction practices.  

    

 

    

Part 2 

Q 6 & 7 

  

    

3.4a & b 

    

 
   

5.3 Plan, implement and check installation of roof sarking and cladding, skylights, roof ventilators and service penetrations comply with building standards, codes and manufacturer specifications. 

    

 

    

Part 3 Q2 

    

 

 

    

 
   

5.4 Manage processes to ensure roof systems’ quality finish. 

    

 

    

 

    

3.4a & b 

    

 
       

6 Plan, coordinate and manage wall cladding. 

    

6.1 Assess structural performance of cladding to be used for bracing in the frame construction for compliance with building and construction standards, codes and manufacturer specifications.  

    

 

    

Part 3 Q3e  

 

 

 

    

 

    

 
   

6.2 Determine cladding, vapour permeable sarking or waterproof membrane and components meet the Performance Requirements of NCC. 

    

 

    

Part 3 Q3 

 

 

    

3.5 

    

 
   

6.3 Supervise and check installation of specified cladding complies with building and construction standards, codes and industry-accepted industry practices. 

    

 

    

 

    

3.5 

    

 

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