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Prepare detailed design of foundations

Prepare detailed design of foundations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIICWD501D
State Code
WH193
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/05/2014
Field of Education
030903 - Structural Engineering
Original Release Date
30/05/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to prepare detailed designs of foundations in Civil construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in management roles.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for the detailed design of foundations
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply foundation design documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify, interpret and confirm the foundations project requirements and information
  • 1.4 Prepare a design plan which makes best use of the available resources and meets the design requirements
2. Undertake the detailed design of foundations
  • 2.1 Interpret and analyse data and identify viable design options
  • 2.2 Interpret and analyse data and make a recommendation for the preferred option
  • 2.3 Complete the detailed design of the foundations
  • 2.4 Prepare a cost estimate for executing the designed foundations
  • 2.5 Participate in the review of the foundations design with peers and stakeholders
  • 2.6 Complete the documentation for the foundations design
  • 2.7 Monitor and coordinate the progress of other team members involved in the design process
  • 2.8 Gain design approval
3. Finalise design processes of foundations
  • 3.1 Ensure filing of design records is completed
  • 3.2 Complete and submit design cost and other reporting
  • 3.3 Participate in performance review of the design process
  • 3.4 Seek client feedback and contribute to the verification of the design
  • 3.5 Close out all systems
4. Support and review the application of the design of foundations
  • 4.1 Provide clarification and advice to those applying the design
  • 4.2 Review the application of the design and recommend changes for continuous improvement
  • 4.3 Contribute to the validation of the design
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB663 RIICWD501A Prepare detailed design of foundations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCY49 RIICWD501E Prepare detailed design of foundations Unit of competency