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Design permaculture structures and features

Design permaculture structures and features

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER515
State Code
OFB45
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop a design brief for a client, undertake a site analysis, develop a concept design, produce a design plan and prepare schedules, bill of materials and estimates for permaculture structures and features in compliance with building code and regulations.The unit applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge, and take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They analyse and synthesise information, and analyse, design and communicate solutions to sometimes complex problems. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop a design brief
  • 1.1 Consult client to establish purpose and requirements of design
  • 1.2 Develop design brief with client
  • 1.3 Negotiate cost structures and timelines for design
  • 1.4 Determine client support for use of consultants and sub-contractors
  • 1.5 Document brief and seek approval from client to proceed
2. Undertake a site analysis
  • 2.1 Inspect site where permaculture structure or feature is to be located
  • 2.2 Record the physical elements and features of site
  • 2.3 Analyse and record assessment of soil, topography, aspect, existing vegetation and climatic factors
  • 2.4 Assess and record other relevant information impacting design
  • 2.5 Assess engineering and legislative requirements and constraints on development
3. Develop a concept design
  • 3.1 Prepare concept plan to illustrate location and layout of proposed structure or feature according to brief
  • 3.2 Undertake consultation with client to agree on options and approaches for development
  • 3.3 Present concept plan according to brief and industry standards
  • 3.4 Communicate legislative requirements affecting proposed design
4. Produce a plan and documentation
  • 4.1 Produce detailed plans and drawings according to design brief, engineering principles and legislative requirements
  • 4.2 Provide supporting documentation for design plan
  • 4.3 Develop a schedule of works for construction of designed structure or feature
5. Prepare documentation
  • 5.1 Prepare bill of materials, labour and equipment for scope and extent of works
  • 5.2 Prepare cost estimate covering items in bill of materials
  • 5.3 Communicate planning or building applications procedures to client where legislative requirements have been identified
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR29 AHCPER509 Design permaculture structures and features Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIZ7 AHC52122 Diploma of Permaculture Qualification