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Design domestic urban irrigation systems

Design domestic urban irrigation systems

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPIG2011A
State Code
D7465
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/05/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/04/2013
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
11/04/2013
Nominal Hours
4
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare basic designs and irrigation drawings for domestic and small commercial projects.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work.
  • 1.1. Site survey is conducted of proposed irrigation area in accordance with client requirements.
  • 1.2. Safety (OHS) requirements associated with design of domestic irrigation systems, and workplace environmental requirements, are adhered to throughout the work.
  • 1.3. Quality assurance requirements are identified and adhered to in accordance with workplace requirements.
  • 1.4. Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work and statutory and regulatory authority requirements.
  • 1.5. Tools and equipment for preparing basic irrigation designs and drawings, including personal protective equipment, are selected and checked for serviceability.
  • 1.6. Work area is prepared to support efficient design of domestic irrigation systems.
2. Identify drawing requirements.
  • 2.1. Areas requiring irrigation and system design components are identified.
  • 2.2. Information is obtained on the soil type, ground slope, contours and prevailing wind.
  • 2.3. Underground cables and services, buildings, paths and other permanent structures are located and noted.
  • 2.4. Water supply is located and its influence on design requirements is determined.
  • 2.5. Appropriate emitters are selected to suit function and design requirements.
3. Install and commission irrigation system.
  • 3.1. Site plan is drawn to include structures, paths and property boundaries.
  • 3.2. Garden areas are sketched to include locations of lawns, garden beds, trees, vegetable patches or ferneries.
  • 3.3. Pipe runs and water emitters are sketched to design requirements.
  • 3.4. Sizes of pipes are calculated using standard data and information is recorded in required format.
  • 3.5. List of materials is compiled to include number and type of water emitters, control valves, quantities of pipes, fittings and components.
  • 3.6. Drawing and design are submitted to client for approval and adjusted.
4. Clean up.
  • 4.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace procedures.
  • 4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures.
  • 4.3. Documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9704 CPCPIG2001A Design domestic urban irrigation systems Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WF910 CPCPIG2021A Design domestic urban irrigation systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J156 AHC32412 Certificate III in Irrigation Qualification
D389 CPC20911 Certificate II in Urban Irrigation Qualification