Unit of competency Outline
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Evaluate services layout and connection methods for the planning of large building projects
Evaluate services layout and connection methods for the planning of large building projects
Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBC6017
CPCCBC6017
State Code
OCQ05
OCQ05
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040305 - Building Surveying
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to evaluate the layout of services and connection methods in large, high-rise and complex buildings that comply with government building requirements and the National Construction Code (NCC). It includes cold and hot water supply, sewerage layout, electric and electronic installation, mechanical ventilation and air conditioning, smoke alarms and fire preventative systems. This unit of competency applies to builders and other related construction industry professionals and senior managers who determine and manage services installation and connection and resolve issues relating to the planning of services layout and solving related problems.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.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Evaluate layout of water supply for general and firefighting use.
- 1.1 Identify, evaluate and record specified water supply layout and connection in project plans and specifications.
- 1.2 Check water connection approvals and determine layout meets NCC performance requirements.
- 1.3 Record installation of water services supplying fire hydrants, fire hose reels and fire sprinkler systems.
- 1.4 Evaluate results of interconnected and non-return water tanks for fire services.
- 1.5 Confirm plumbing systems for general water supply is detailed and compliant with the NCC.
2 Evaluate layout of sewerage and drainage disposal methods.
- 2.1 Check approval documentation from the sewerage and drainage authority for any conditions related to the project.
- 2.2 Identify and evaluate planned sewerage layout and connect for compliance with NCC and authority requirements.
- 2.3 Identify, evaluate and record connection methods of main drains to local authority sewers across open ground and within buildings for the whole site.
- 2.4 Evaluate local authority requirements for disposal of sewerage from fixtures situated below the level of local authority sewer mains.
- 2.5 Evaluate and document the design and installation of stormwater drainage systems.
- 2.6 Evaluate and document methods for disposal of stormwater drainage systems.
3 Evaluate mechanical services and ventilation layout and connection.
- 3.1 Establish mechanical ventilation control methods and use correct terminology to state how ventilation, volume, velocity and content is controlled.
- 3.2 Identify, evaluate and record methods of air distribution and smoke hazard management and ensure compliance with the NCC.
- 3.3 Identify, evaluate and record functions, application and basic elements of air conditioning and mechanical ventilation for various occupancy types in buildings.
4 Select hot water systems.
- 4.1 Identify and evaluate design factors, height of installation, area to be serviced, number of outlets and energy sources available to select appropriate hot water system.
- 4.2 Evaluate and document operating principles of various types of hot water systems.
- 4.3 Evaluate layout and connection for selected hot water system.
5 Evaluate natural and artificial lighting.
- 5.1 Determine the intent of natural lighting and aim of design from plans and specifications.
- 5.2 Identify luminance requirements and compare artificial lighting types and sources for various service situations to meet relevant codes and standards.
- 5.3 Evaluate layout and connection methods for lighting systems from plans and specifications.
6 Evaluate firefighting and fire detection systems.
- 6.1 Identify building classification and relevant authorities responsible for fire safety regulations and inspection.
- 6.2 Identify and evaluate requirements for sprinkler systems, fire hydrants and fire hoses for compliance with the building classifications and codes.
- 6.3 Identify and evaluate fire detection and alarm systems for compliance with the building classification and codes.
- 6.4 Evaluate layout and connection of fire detection and firefighting systems.
7 Determine requirements for general electrical and electronic service installation.
- 7.1 Identify electrical design and requirements for service connection from electrical supply authorities.
- 7.2 Evaluate layout and connection for general electrical supply and electronic services.
- 7.3 Identify design and evaluate layout and connection of emergency warning systems, emergency lighting and exit signage systems.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W9317 | CPCCBC6017A | Evaluate services layout and connection methods for the planning of large building projects | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGC6 | CPC60220 | Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) | Qualification |