Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Legislation relating to sustainable design requirements may include:
environmental
heritage protection
land rights
planning
renewable energy
sustainability
water use.
Sustainable design may include:
carbon dioxide reduction methods
energy-efficient design
minimal impact on site ecosystem and natural water
passive solar design
renewable energy appliances
sustainable building materials, including:
locally produced
recycled
water-efficient design.
Small-scale building design projects:
include buildings covered by the BCA except construction Type A buildings
may be residential projects, such as:
additions and renovations
heritage restorations
new buildings
may be commercial or industrial projects, such as:
factories
motels
offices
restaurants
retail and service outlets
warehouses.
Clients may include:
companies
individuals
families
target groups for standard housing products.

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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person should demonstrate the ability to:
develop a body of current research findings relating to sustainable designs for different types of small-scale buildings in different project locations and conditions
systematically document and store research findings
analyse sustainable design options in relation to a range of different projects and locations
communicate with clients to finalise sustainable design solutions.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this unit:
must be in the context of the work environment
may be conducted in an off-site context, provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills
must meet relevant compliance requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
access to:
suitable assessment venue and equipment
suitable simulated or real opportunities and resources to demonstrate competence
assessment instruments.
Method of assessment
Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using one or more of the following methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidates required knowledge for the unit
observed, documented and/or firsthand testimonial evidence of the candidates
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
identification of viable options and the selection of options that best meet the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.