VU23318 - Apply cavity brick construction techniques

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Unit code: VU23318 | Study level: TAFE
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Overview

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply cavity brick construction techniques to basic brickwork construction. It does not include the construction of brickwork or block bases.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 cavity brickwork with one opening containing a window or door with flashing over the openings. This cavity brick structure must 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.
In completing the above, there must also be evidence that the learner has:
• complied with relevant safety regulations, codes of practice and work plans
• 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 cavity brick construction
• workplace safety requirements and OHS legislation in relation to cavity brick construction, including the required PPE
• relevant Australian Standards and/or building codes in relation to cavity brick construction
• terminology used for cavity brick construction
• principles of sustainability relevant to cavity brick construction
• characteristics and purposes of bricklaying materials used in cavity brick construction
• common processes for calculating size and quantity of materials required for cavity brick construction
• function, purpose and safe handling of bricklaying tools and equipment used for cavity brick construction
• purpose of an accurate set out for cavity brick construction
• set out techniques and processes for cavity brick construction
• characteristics and functions of base brickwork
• methods of base brickwork, including slab on ground and strip footing construction
• bricklaying techniques for cavity brick construction, including control joints, installing roof tie downs, piers, damp-proofing, flashing, gauge brickwork, installing cavity brick ties, sills and weep holes.

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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