Assignment Portfolio 1:
Part A: NCC/BCA CLASSIFICATION OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
For each of the buildings shown in the table below, refer to the current edition of the NCC/BCA and identify the following:
- Relevant NCC/BCA classification for its design and construction requirements
- Relevant NCC/BCA Volume for the building type & classification
- Relevant NCC/BCA Part.
Part B: NCC/BCA Performance Requirements
Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow:
Below is the table Jai will use to ensure his project is compliant with the NCC/BCA. Complete the table by referring to a copy of the NCC/BCA Volume 1 and Volume 2 and identifying each area for compliance.
To complete the Part B table below, you need to:
- Select two (2) examples of possible building elements and list the relevant NCC/BCA section name & reference/part number, that sets out the requirements for that element
- List the NCC/BCA performance requirement, name & reference number
- List two NCC/BCA DTS provisions
- List the name & number of the relevant Australian Standards for the DTS provisions listed.
Part C: NCC/BCA fire protection requirements
Problem 1: Below is the table Jai will use to check that he is applying the appropriate NCC fire protection requirements. Complete the table for Jai by referring to a copy of the NCC Volume 1 and Volume 2and identifying each area for fire safety compliance.
Problem 2: Briefly outline the way in which Australian Standards should be used to ensure that all building elements comply with fire protection requirements: (100 words max)
Problem 3: You are required to record evidence from two existing, class 1a or 10a, buildings and identify the passive and active fire protection installed in each one of them.
Assignment Portfolio 2:
Problem 1: What are the four assessment methods& their reference numbers, Jai will use to ensure an 'alternative solution' satisfies the performance requirements of the NCC/BCA?
Problem 2: Provide a brief explanation of all four (4) 'assessment methods& their reference numbers'' as outlined in the NCC/BCA:
Problem 3: Give two examples of the documentation Jai would need to provide,(in relation to the proposed automated door David and Tara have requested), to comply with relevant NCC/BCA requirements?
Problem 4: Visit the policies section of the Sullivon Constructions website.
Locate the 'Quality Policy' and identify three aspects of the project that Jai would need to consider that could impact on the 'alternative solution'(for an automated door) requested by Tara and David), e.g. quality of materials and workmanship.
Problem 5:
A) What is the name & full reference number of the section in the NCC/BCAthat defines room eights in class 1 & 10 buildings?
B) Complete the NCC/BCA room heights table below, by filling in the missing NCC/BCA data.
Problem 6: Answer (including the full NCC/BCA reference number) the follow questions in relation to NCC/BCA stair construction compliance, in class 1 & 10 buildings.
a) What is the maximum no of risers permitted in each flight?
b) What is the purpose of a landing?
c) What is the minimum length of a landing?
d) For Stairs (other than Spiral), what is the maximum riser (R) dimension?
e) For Stairs (other than spiral), what is the minimum going(G) dimension?
f) What is the maximum distance allowed, between openings in barriers to prevent falls, including decorative balustrades?
g) What is the maximum distance allowed between the treads, in open tread stair construction?
Problem 7: Using the provided staircase perimeter drawings and formula data given below. Draw a solution for a typical staircase and handrail. This task is primarily assessing your knowledge of NCC/BCA requirements, as covered in the previous questions, not your drawing skills.
CPCCBC4010B Apply structural principles to residential low-rise constructions
Project:
Coordinating the construction for structural integrity
a) Revisit the Casey plans you reviewed in Project 1 for this module.Casey plans - Sections, Elevations, Floor Plan, Site Plan.
Create your own checklist using the table below to assist the construction manager/foreman to coordinate and check the building.
Your checklist will include the following structural systems, and list what needs to be checked for quality and compliance with the NCC and Australian Standards:
- footings
- floor system
- structural and non-structural wall systems
- roof system
- external wall cladding of structure
- fencing
b) In the box that follows, complete 2-D, freehand, cross-section drawings showing 2 structural wall types of your choosing for a low-rise building. This task is primarily assessing your knowledge of the NCC, Australian Standards, structural components and quality checks.
You must show the following items in your drawing:
- Structural walls
- Relevant NCC and Australian Standards
- Structural components e.g. bracing components
- Quality checks needed for compliance
Project
Project 1: Work readiness and structural planning
Part A: Getting work ready
In this pre-assessment you will take steps to get ready to enter a construction zone so you can carry out some of the assessment tasks for this course, and to prepare you for work.This will guide you through:
» obtaining a 'White card' to enable you to safely and legally enter construction zones
» seeking the appropriate permissions so you are covered by Open Colleges' and the licensed builder's insurances when you enter construction zones
» making links with the building and construction industry.
Step 1
Note:
If you already hold a 'White card', simply upload a copy of this using the submission instructions above.
a) Complete your 'White card' training through your choice of provider. There are many providers who offer the 'White card' through both online and face-to-face instruction. They can be researched by searching 'white card providers' online. Most training providers will charge a small fee, so shop around for a competitive price. 'White card' training should take approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete.
b) Submit evidence of your 'White card' to Open Colleges i.e. upload a copy of your 'White card' with this assessment to OpenSpace using the Assessment Upload links in Module 4 of this course. This must be provided in order for you to be covered by Open Colleges' insurance.
Step 2
a) Approach a licensed builder or construction company and obtain permission to visit their construction site to observe building and construction processes. This will help you complete the assessments for this course that require you to observe the real workplace.
1. membership benefits
2. events
3. publications
4. industry and business information
5. products and services.
b) Use the information and script provided in Appendix A to help you with your first approach to a licensed builder or construction company.
c) Ask the licensed builder to complete and sign the 'Permission to visit construction site'form.
d) If you are currently employed by a licensed builder or construction company, you may obtain permission from them.
Part B: Planning for structural integrity - Class 1 and Class 10 building
Plan for the erection of the structure of the Casey house (Class 1) and fencing (Class 10) including:
» applying structural principles when planning the erection of the structure of the house and fencing including footings, floor system, structural and non-structural walls, roofing and external wall cladding.
» explore forces and loads, and mechanical properties of material fuel loads.
» analyzing plans and building materials for structural integrity to withstand bushfire, high winds, earthquake, etc.
» seeking professional advice/input from architects, building designers, engineers, etc.
» outlining how you would coordinate the demolition of any existing structures (e.g. a garage) in accordance with legislative and planning requirements, environmental standards, and safe work practices.
» describing what is involved in conducting a pre-commencement site inspection.
1. Read the scenario below that relates to the building of the Casey house and respond to the questions that follow.
Scenario
Consider the plans for the Casey house and imagine that you are responsible for planning the building of this house in a bushfire-prone alpine area: Casey plans
As part of the planning process you need to ensure the structures and materials you use will together withstand the loads and forces that will act upon them and ensure the stability of the building.
Outline the main structural principles that might apply to the construction of the Casey house including forces, loads and mechanical properties of materials (material fuel loads). Include two examples of each principle that would apply to the Casey house. (400 words max)
2. Review the four Casey plans and consider the structural systems that will be used in the construction including the footings, floor system, structural and non-structural walls, roofing and external wall cladding:
3. In the box below, complete a 2-D, freehand, cross-section drawing showing a gable roofing structure at 22.5 degree.
4. Before the construction of the Casey house, consider how you might go about demolishing any small existing structures such as a garage and brick fencing. Briefly outline the steps you would take for the demolition process including the planning, and the environmental and safety requirements you would need to comply with.
5. Once the construction planning and demolition processes are complete for the Casey house, a pre-commencement site inspection will need to be conducted. Briefly list the factors that would need to be checked for this inspection.
Attachment:- Building codes and standards to the construction process.zip