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Apply structural principles to the construction of large, high-rise and complex buildings

Apply structural principles to the construction of large, high-rise and complex buildings

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBC6014
State Code
OCR19
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040301 - Building Science And Technology
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply structural principles to the construction of large, high-rise and complex buildings. The design and construction of large buildings requires the input of a range of skilled professionals, including architects and engineers. Building and construction professionals require the ability to identify a range of factors that impact on structural principles within the building design and collaborate with other professionals to reach consensus.This unit of competency applies to builders, project managers and related construction industry professionals responsible for ensuring the structural integrity of materials and building and construction work so that site safety and quality control measures are maintained during residential and commercial projects.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Apply structural principles to the planning of a construction project.
  • 1.1 Identify main structural principles that apply to the construction of large, high-rise and complex structures.
  • 1.2 Identify, analyse and apply performance characteristics of structural elements.
  • 1.3 Apply the performance of materials in the building plan to the planning of the construction work.
2 Coordinate and manage the site assessment and job set-up.
  • 2.1 Implement processes to analyse stability of soils and capacity of the site to support the construction loads.
  • 2.2 Identify and apply requirements for retaining walls to the planning process in conjunction with related industry professionals.
  • 2.3 Analyse and apply structural function and requirements for temporary structural elements to the planning process.
3 Coordinate and manage construction of footing systems.
  • 3.1 Undertake coordination of the set-out of the building in accordance with documented building plans, following the full assessment of the site.
  • 3.2 Assess structural performance of the footings specified in the building plan for compliance with relevant codes and accepted industry construction structural principles.
  • 3.3 Lay footings, as specified in the building plan, and check for compliance with standards and accepted industry construction principles.
  • 3.4 Plan, implement and check damp coursing and the provision of termite barriers and other relevant techniques in accordance with codes, standards and industry practice.
4 Coordinate and manage structural elements of the construction process.
  • 4.1 Identify and analyse technical construction principles and performance characteristics of construction materials in the planning of project.
  • 4.2 Identify, implement and check processes for construction of all structural elements for compliance with manufacturer specifications and relevant Australian Standards and codes.
  • 4.3 Identify and implement building plans and relevant standards to ensure appropriate allowances have been made for plumbing, electrical conduits and other services to be installed.
5 Analyse and plan for structural integrity of buildings.
  • 5.1 Consult relevant industry professionals to provide advice regarding the structural integrity of proposed buildings.
  • 5.2 Assess structural requirements and loads of the building design.
  • 5.3 Conduct analysis of the effects of force and movements on structural elements.
  • 5.4 Conduct analysis of properties and behaviours of structural materials.
  • 5.5 Conduct analysis of section properties of structural elements using standard industry formulas and performance comparisons.
  • 5.6 Evaluate performance characteristics of columns using standard industry techniques.
  • 5.7 Assess methods used for stress distribution in connections between structural elements.
  • 5.8 Assess impact of various loads on the building structure.
  • 5.9 Consider design impact of high-performance structural elements.
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