VU23317 - Apply brick veneer construction techniques

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Unit code: VU23317 | Study level: TAFE
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Overview

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply brick veneer construction techniques to basic brickwork construction.This unit applies to pre-apprentices who under close supervision and guidance, develop a defined and limited range of skills and knowledge in preparing them for entering the working environment within the bricklaying industry. They use little judgement and follow instructions specified by the supervisor. On entering the industry, it is intended that further training will be required for this specific skill to ensure trade level standard.

Assessment

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Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each units learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
• set out and lay veneer brickwork with one external wall and one opening containing a window or door with flashing over the opening. The brick
veneer structure is to be a minimum of 3 metres in total length and a minimum of 1.7 metres high, and include a brick sill that is a minimum of
600 mm wide. A control joint and brick veneer ties are to be included in this brick veneer structure
• set out and construct base brickwork with bearer piers of a minimum of 3 metres in length and a height of 6 courses, incorporating vents.
In completing the above, there must also be evidence that the learner has:
• complied with relevant safety regulations, codes of practice, work plans and manufacturers’ specifications
• applied safety and sustainable work practices
• communicated and worked effectively with others
• selected and used the required materials, tools and equipment for construction processes
• cleaned up and stored tools and equipment after brickwork construction.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
• plans, drawings and specifications used for brick veneer construction
• workplace safety requirements and OHS legislation in relation to brick veneer construction, including the required PPE
• relevant Australian Standards and/or building codes in relation to brick veneer construction
• terminology used for brick veneer construction
• principles of sustainability relevant to brick veneer construction
• characteristics and purposes of materials used for brick veneer construction
• common processes for calculating size and quantity of materials required
• function, purpose and safe handling of bricklaying tools and equipment
• purpose of an accurate set out for brick veneer construction
• set out techniques and processes for brick veneer construction
• methods of base brickwork, including slab on ground and strip footing construction
• bricklaying techniques for brick veneer construction, including, dampproofing, base brickwork, control joints, flashing, gauge brickwork, piers, sills, brick veneer ties, ventilation and weep holes
• brick blending techniques to achieve uniform colour distribution for basic brick veneer construction.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by the VU Polytechnic and/or via the Victoria University Polytechnic e-Learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship
22614VIC | Certificate ii | Duration:

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