Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the completion of the detailed geotechnical works design and documentation in Civil Construction. It includes the preparation and planning for the detailed design, undertaking of the detailed design, finalisation of the detailed design processes and supporting the application of the detailed design.
Application of the Unit
This unit requires the identification of design inputs, production of calculations, drawings, design options and solutions and specifications required for the completion of geotechnical works, it does not include the certification of the design. This unit is appropriate for those working in a management role or as a technical specialist, to complete the detailed geotechnical works design and documentation within:
- Civil construction
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan for the detailed design of geotechnical works |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 1.2. Identify and confirm the geotechnical works project requirements and information for the completion of the detailed design 1.3. Prepare a design plan which makes best use of the available resources and meets the design requirements |
2. Undertake the detailed design of geotechnical works |
2.1. Interpret and analyse the relevant data and identify the available viable options for the detailed design of geotechnical works 2.2. Interpret and analyse relevant data and recommend the preferred option that best meets the required project outcomes 2.3. Complete the detailed design of the geotechnical works that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required project outcomes 2.4. Prepare a cost estimate of the execution of the designed geotechnical works 2.5. Participate in the review of the geotechnical works design with peers and stakeholders 2.6. Complete the documentation of the geotechnical works design 2.7. Monitor and coordinate the progress of other team members involved in the design process to ensure the effective and efficient completion of the design 2.8. Gain design approval |
3. Finalise design processes of geotechnical works |
3.1. Ensure filing of design records is completed 3.2. Complete and submit design cost and other reporting 3.3. Participate in performance review of the design process 3.4. Seek client feedback and contribute to the verification of the design 3.5. Close out all systems |
4. Support and review the application of the design of geotechnical works |
4.1. Provide clarification and advice to those applying the design 4.2. Review the application of the design and recommend changes for the continuous improvements of geotechnical works detailed designs 4.3. Contribute to the validation of the design |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to complete the detailed geotechnical works design and documentation:
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Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to complete the detailed geotechnical works design and documentation:
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Relevant compliance documentation may include: |
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Confirm may include: |
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Geotechnical works may include: |
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Project requirements and information may include: |
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Design plan may include: |
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Preferred option factors may include: |
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Detailed design may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Civil Works Design
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.