Unit of competency Outline
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Design timber structures
Design timber structures
Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT4209
FWPCOT4209
State Code
OCR62
OCR62
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/04/2021
Field of Education
040301 - Building Science And Technology
Original Release Date
07/04/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret plans, select options and detail design of timber structures including roof truss, wall frame and floor components for solid brick, brick veneer and timber frame domestic houses and free-standing or attached timber structures such as pergolas.The unit applies to designers, customer service/sales assistants (retail or wholesale), customer service officers, sales and merchandising team leaders, sales and merchandising team leaders (timber products) and timber advisors who use specialised knowledge to complete routine and non-routine tasks, and use their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret construction plans
- 1.1 Determine type of structure, building use and site location from construction plans and specifications
- 1.2 Interpret and assess construction plans, drawing views and specifications to identify loading information, dimensions and design details
- 1.3 Obtain additional information and data from appropriate building codes, standards and regulations
- 1.4 Identify design or construction limitations or relaxation requirements
2. Develop and select timber structure layout options
- 2.1 Design a functional timber truss, frame and floor structure, and draw a pictorial image based on design requirements
- 2.2 Transfer fixed design details to component layout drawings
- 2.3 Nominate engineered or pre-assembled components in line with budgetary constraints
- 2.4 Define design sizes and spacing details in line with industry codes and standards
- 2.5 Select layouts and spacing of individual structural members progressively to meet design requirements
- 2.6 Fix component sizes to clarify and firm design options
3. Detail timber structure component design
- 3.1 Calculate, scale or extract physical dimensions for components from applicable code tables
- 3.2 Interpret effective lengths and spans for individual components from layout, and select cross-sections in line with applicable codes
- 3.3 Select material options for suitability, availability and cost effectiveness, and use consistently throughout design
- 3.4 Provide alternative materials and sizes for components within scope of design and production requirements
- 3.5 Design component placement and spacing to meet construction plans and specifications
- 3.6 Provide design specifications for engineered or pre-assembled components in line with manufacturer recommendations
- 3.7 Present detailed and accurate production information, dimensions and notes within drawing views
- 3.8 Complete and maintain design records and documentation in line with workplace procedures
4. Provide design and production advice
- 4.1 Advise production and installation personnel on design, production, assembly and installation requirements
- 4.2 Produce clear and detailed documents to support interpretation of drawings and assist with production and/or installation
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXK96 | FWPCOT4202 | Design timber structures | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAL9 | FWP40216 | Certificate IV in Timber Processing | Qualification |
| BGE8 | FWP40420 | Certificate IV in Timber Systems Design | Qualification |