STUDENT ASSESSMENT TASKS

RIICWD601E Manage Civil Works Design Processes

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 1

About this unit
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage civil works design processes,
including interpreting and scoping design requirements, monitoring and supporting design
processes and reviewing designs. It applies to those working in management or technical specialist
roles. They generally apply a broad range technical and managerial skills and are responsible for
the delivery of complex outputs that meet site requirements. Licensing, legislative and certification
requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users
must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
The Elements and Performance Criteria of this unit are outlined below. Elements describe the
essential outcomes. Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate
achievement of the element.

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Interpret and scope 1.1 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
design requirements of
civil works 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required for civil works design
and confirm work activity is compliant

1.3 Analyse client design criteria requirements for civil works to confirm
required specifications are included

1.4 Advise client on potential environmental impact of proposed works and

provide design options that meet environmental requirements

1.5 Confirm required development and implementation factors are addressed

in civil works design criteria

1.6 Prepare functional specifications according to engineering standards and

design specifications

1.7 Obtain and document and client agreement on civil works design criteria

2. Identify project design 2.1 Identify innovative procedures for developing the design concept according
options for civil works and to design requirements
determine preferred
design option 2.2 Investigate and analyse potential design concepts that meet design
requirements

2.3 Collaborate with client to improve outcomes and resolve issues associated
with design concept

2.4 Advise client of potential impacts of proposed works on local communities

3. Initiate, monitor and 3.1 Analyse and select resources, processes and systems required to develop
support design of civil the design
works
3.2 Coordinate design tasks to meet required outcomes and cost structure

3.3 Develop and check design solution against engineering specifications

4. Prepare and maintain 4.1 Establish documentation management process according to workplace
documentation requirements

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 2

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

4.2 Check and confirm supporting documentation required to implement the

design meets workplace requirements

4.3 Check and confirm design is identified by design documentation and

records specified by client

4.4 Apply documentation control process specified by client when making

changes to design

4.5 Check and confirm design documentation for currency and accuracy

5. Review design of civil 5.1 Review design and confirm it meets client requirements
works
5.2 Incorporate amendments advised by client and confirm design meets
legislative requirements

5.3 Review design with client and obtain documented approval

6. Support design 6.1 Prepare and implement plans that verify completed physical work meets
implementation of civil client requirements
works
6.2 Develop periodic test schedules for monitoring performance and permit
involved personnel to implement corrective action as required

6.3 Seek feedback from commissioning process to facilitate corrective actions

and design improvements

6.4 Evaluate design outcome performance according to workplace

requirements

6.5 Evaluate community response to design outcome and document according

to workplace requirements

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 3

Reasonable Adjustment
Reasonable adjustment in VET is the term applied to modifying the learning environment or making
changes to the training delivered to assist a candidate with a disability. A reasonable adjustment
can be as simple as changing classrooms to be closer to amenities or installing a particular type of
software on a computer for a person with vision impairment.
Why make a reasonable adjustment?
We make reasonable adjustments in VET to make sure that candidates with a disability have:

 The same learning opportunities as candidates without a disability, and

 The same opportunity to perform and complete assessments as those without a disability.
Reasonable adjustment applied to participation in teaching, learning and assessment
activities can include:

 Customising resources and assessment activities within the training package or accredited
course

 Modifying the presentation medium

 Candidate support

 Use of assistive/adaptive technologies

 Making information accessible both before enrolment and during the course

 Monitoring the adjustments to ensure candidates needs continue to be met

Assistive/Adaptive Technologies
Assistive/Adaptive technology means ‘software or hardware that has been specifically designed to
assist people with disabilities in carrying out daily activities’ (World Wide Web Consortium - W3C).
It includes screen readers, magnifiers, voice recognition software, alternative keyboards, devices
for grasping, visual alert systems, digital note-takers.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 4

Assessment Plan
The assessment tasks for RIICWD601E Manage civil works design processes are outlined in the
assessment plan below. These tasks have been designed to help you demonstrate the skills and
knowledge that you have learnt during your course.
Please ensure that you read the instructions provided with these tasks carefully. You should also
follow the advice provided in the Learner Guide. The Learner Guide provides important information
for you relating to completing assessment successfully.

Assessment Submission Method

Online upload: Online submission via Learning Management System (Moodle)

Assessment Plan

Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions

Assessment Task 2: Project Portfolio

This Student Assessment Guide is designed for you to complete the following:
 Student Declaration: Refer to the Moodle instruction, as the Student Declaration is electronic
and forms part of the requirements for this unit.

 Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions

 Assessment Task 2: Project Portfolio

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 5

Assessment Requirements
Performance Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the
elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

 legislation required to manage civil works design processes

 policies, procedures and documentation required to manage civil works design processes,
including those relating to:

 risk assessment and management

 statutory compliance
 work health and safety
 environmental management
 cultural and heritage management
 community relations and consultation
 quality management
 Australian and other relevant Standards
 workplace recording and reporting
 design approvals and review
 performance reviews
 system close outs
 geotechnical management
 hydrological and meteorological management

 types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations of materials, plant and

equipment required for civil design and construction
 principles and techniques for managing civil works design processes, including:

 techniques for evaluating potential site hazards, constraints and conditions

 techniques for preparing civil works functional specifications
 techniques for identifying and evaluating design options
 innovative design procedures
 techniques for developing and implementing design plans, including those requiring
use of new technology

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 6

  design cost calculation techniques
 computer aided drafting design (CADD) and drafting technology procedures
 engineering graphical presentation techniques
 communication techniques and equipment
 design review and validation techniques
 performance review techniques
 techniques for advising on design implementation

 principles and techniques for collaborating and negotiating with clients and key external
stakeholders
 principles and techniques for leading and coordinating teams.

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements,
performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

 manage civil works design processes on at least two occasions, including:

 communicating and collaborating with clients to resolve problems and meet job
requirements
 seeking advice from required personnel where proposed design includes non-standard
engineering requirements or new technology
 monitoring and supporting design processes
 creating a demonstrating model of the design
 confirming documentation requirements are met
 reviewing designs, including interpreting and confirming the following project
documentation:

o plans and drawings

o specifications
o design briefs
o engineering survey information
o hydrological, meteorological data geotechnical data
o cultural and heritage data

 supporting design implementation.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 7

During the above, the candidate must:

 locate and apply required legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

 implement the requirements, procedures and techniques to manage civil works design
processes, including those relating to:

 risk assessments and management

 statutory compliance
 work health and safety
 environmental management
 cultural and heritage management
 quality management

 work with others to manage civil works design processes, including:

 using a range of communication techniques and equipment

 checking and confirming design documentation and reporting requirements
 organising work activities to meet task requirements
 communicating with others to receive and clarify work instructions
 communicating with others to coordinate work activities.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 8

Assessment Task One: Knowledge Questions

Information for students

Knowledge questions are designed to help you demonstrate the knowledge which you have
acquired during the learning phase of this unit. Ensure that you:

 comply with the due date for the assessment

 adhere with submission guidelines

 answer all questions completely and correctly

 submit work which is original and, where necessary, properly referenced

 do sharing your answers with other students.

Questions
Provide answers to all of the questions below:

1. Question: Complete the following table about legislation that you need to know about in
relation to civil works design processes.

Student Answer:

List two different legislation Identify the purpose of Outline how the legislation applies
relevant to civil works legislation to civil works design processes
design processes

Design Act 2013 In order to assure that Guarantees the prison protection
designs in civil engineering of designs in civil engineering
tasks are legally blanketed, initiatives. To guard intellectual
the Designs Act of 2003 is property rights, as an instance, a
important since it regulates one-of-a-kind bridge design may
business design safety, be registered.
defining rights and
registration tactics.

Work Health and Safety Act Ensures the welfare, health, Demands cooperation among
2011 and safety of construction venture contributors, hazard
assignment individuals, control, and protection plans to
together with employees. assure that protection is given first
precedence in all design elements.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 9

 Environmental Protection Regulates moves that would Specifies the methods for dealing
and Biodiversity have fundamental with and evaluating environmental
Conservation Act 1999 consequences on the effects in civil works designs,
environment which will guaranteeing sustainable
shield biodiversity and the practices.
surroundings.

2. Question: Complete the following table about Standards that you need to know about in
relation to civil works design processes.

Student Answer:

List at least two Identify the purpose of the Outline how the Standard
Australian Standards Standard applies to civil works design
relevant to civil works processes – give one
design processes example.

AS 1657:2018 - To assure safety by means of Pertains to how machinery

Guarding of machinery imparting instructions for and system utilized in civil
and equipment shielding machines and system works are designed to
reduce the threat of injuries
and injuries. For instance, as
a way to protect employees,
guardrails should be erected
around construction system.

AS 3745:2010 - Planning To create a structure for facilities' Pertains to the making plans
for emergencies in emergency coaching of civil works tasks to be able
facilities to assure readiness for
emergencies. For instance,
on a constructing web site,
evacuation routes and
emergency exit need to be
effortlessly accessible and
absolutely signposted.

AS 2124:2016 - To establish guidelines for the Pertains to civil works

Prefabricated concrete planning, advent, and alertness of projects that use precast
elements prefabricated concrete concrete. For example,
components prefabricated concrete
panels utilized in
construction tasks have to
adhere to strict durability and
strength standards.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 10

3. Question: Complete the following table regarding policies and procedures and general
documentation you need to know about in relation to civil works design processes.

Student Answer:

Policies and Purpose of policy/procedure/document in relation to civil

procedures/document works design processes

Determine and decrease any viable risks.

Risk assessment and
Prior to production beginning, investigate the dangers to
management
ensure protection.

Preserve employees' fitness and wellness

Work health and safety
Put safety strategies and plans into motion at the same time
as building.

Reduce the effect at the surroundings

Environmental
Control pollutants, waste, and undertake sustainable
management
strategies.

Conserve ancient and cultural landmarks.

Cultural and heritage
Make sure places of cultural importance aren't harmed all
management
through construction.

Encourage high quality interactions with nearby neighbours

Community relations and
Involve communities if you want to clear up problems and
consultation
teach them about the assignment.

Uphold advanced layout and creation standards.

Quality management
Put fine control approaches and ordinary inspections into
movement.

Analyze the overall performance and progress of the

Performance reviews assignment.
Review initiatives regularly to make certain they adhere to
deadlines and requirements.

Make certain that accurate documentation and reporting are

Documentation accomplished.
management (and to
Maintain thorough records of all correspondence and files
ensure all workplace
pertaining to the challenge.
recording and reporting
occurs)

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 11

 Obtain the specified layout approvals.
Civil works design
Send designs for assessment to ensure they adhere to the
approvals and review
rules.

Declare the mission's formal completion.

System close outs (project
Perform last-minute assessments and file the tasks of
closure)
completion.

Evaluate and manipulate the floor and soil situations.

Geotechnical management
Perform geotechnical surveys to assist guide design choices.

Control weather outcomes and water sources

Hydrological and
Design appropriate drainage and flood manipulate systems by
meteorological
using studying meteorological and hydrological information.
management

4. Question: Choose a structure that you may complete a civil works design for. Complete the
following table identifying two materials that can be used for this type of structure and two
characteristics and two limitations of the material.

Student Answer:

Bridge construction
Include the type of structure
you have chosen here.

Material type Characteristics (2) Limitations (2)

1. Elevated compressive 1. Easily cracked even as

Concrete
strength underneath pressure
2. Sturdiness and lifespan
2. Needs an extended
duration to remedy

1. High strength of tensile 1. If improperly maintained,

Steel
liable to rust
2. Adaptable and capable of
helping dynamic loads 2. Expensive in evaluation to
opportunity materials

5. Question: Choose a type of CAD software that you may use to complete a civil works design.
Complete the following table identifying two types of CAD software and two characteristics and
two limitations of the software.

Student Answer:

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 12

 CAD Software Characteristics (2) Limitations (2)

AutoCAD Civil 3D 1. All-inclusive civil 1. High getting to know curve

engineering layout and for newbie users
documentation gear 2. Expensive subscription
2. Combining other design expenses
information and GIS
Bentley MicroStation 1. Proficiency in 3-D 1. A complex interface will be
modelling too much to deal with.
2. Strong backing for 2. High license costs
fundamental infrastructure
projects

6. Question: Explain the use of safe work method statements (SWMS) with regard to identifying
and evaluating potential site hazards, constraints and conditions.

Student Answer:
In order to make sure safety on creation websites, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) are
essential tools in civil works design. They effectively lay out a plan to control these risks by using
identifying and assessing potential website online hazards, restrictions, and situations.
First, SWMS aids in threat identity. They want to thoroughly look at the vicinity to identify any
potential dangers earlier than any paintings starts off evolved. This covers everything from
recognizing hazardous objects to determining whether the earth is volatile. All feasible hazards
may be listed by using methodically comparing the region.
Next, SWMS are critical for assessing conditions and restrictions. They offer an organized
method for comprehending site-unique obstacles such existing infrastructure, environmental
elements, and get admission to regulations. This aids in figuring out how these factors might
effect the intended work's viability and safety.
SWMS lays up particular manipulate strategies to lessen dangers after dangers and constraints
were diagnosed. This covers an appropriate approaches to be followed, the tools to be applied,
and the roles and obligations of every individual participating. For example, if working at heights
is observed to be unsafe, the SWMS might incorporate safeguards like guardrails, harnesses,
and safe work platforms.
Construction tasks may assure the safety and nicely-being of employees as well as the
challenge's a success finishing touch by proactively dealing with all ability risks via the
combination of SWMS into the civil works design manner. They offer an intensive and
transparent framework for coping with web page risks and obstacles, making certain that safety
is given first precedence at each level of the venture.

7. Question: Outline a best practice technique for preparing a civil works functional specification.

Student Answer:

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 13

 Creating a functional specification for civil works calls for a methodical and thorough
procedure.
1. Specify the goals and parameters.
2. Compile the important facts.
3. Behaviour Analysis of the Site
4. Create Design Requirements
5. Get the initial designs geared up.
6. General records, technical specifications, overall performance standards, safety and
compliance, drawings, and diagrams are all protected inside the specific specification draft.
7. Examining and Verifying
8. Complete and approve the implementation approach.
9. Constant Observation and Updates

8. Question: Outline a step by step approach for identifying and evaluating design options.

Student Answer:

1. Specify the dreams and barriers.

2. Collect Information and Assess Needs
3. List Possible Solutions
4. Create Initial Designs
5. Assess the viability
6. Conduct a thorough analysis
7. Stakeholder Consultation
8. Contrast and Compare
9. Choose the Best Choice
10. Optimize and refine
11. Record the Decision
12. Execution and Evaluation

9. Question: Explain the process that you would follow to develop and implement a design plan.
In your answer include an example of the latest technology that you could use to develop a
design concept.

Student Answer:
Following movements may be taken to create and carry out a layout plan:

1. Establish Project Objectives: Clearly nation the venture's necessities and goals. This
involves being aware about the consumer's necessities, monetary barriers, and meant
results

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 14

 2. Analyse the website via compiling records on its topography, soil composition, and
environmental components. Making nicely-knowledgeable design judgments is aided by
this.

3. Create Design Concepts: Using the web site evaluation and undertaking goals as a
manual, create some of design principles. Utilize creative thinking and brainstorming
classes to research other opportunities.

4. Choose the Best Idea: Assess the design thoughts in line with requirements consisting of
price, sustainability, practicality, and splendour. Select the concept that best satisfies the
mission specifications.

5. Make Detailed Design Plans: Produce complete plans that encompass timelines,
drawings, and specifications. Create unique and thorough layout papers with CAD
software.

6. Review and Edit: Get enter from stakeholders at the layout plans. Make the specified
modifications to resolve any problems or recommendations.

7. Obtain Permissions: Send the design plans for approval to the precise government. Obtain
the specified permissions and ensure that each one regulatory standard is met.

8. Create an Implementation Strategy: Make an intensive approach that consists of

schedules, aid allocation, and chance control strategies for wearing out the layout.

9. Observe and Modify: Keep a watch on matters all through implementation and adapt as
important. Resolve any problems that crop up and make certain the challenge keeps on
its intended course.

10.Finish and Record: Finish the challenge and record every step of the design and
implementation process. Write a very last document that summarizes the task's effects
and classes observed.

Example of Newest Technology: Building Information Modelling (BIM) is one of the most recent
technology to be had to be used in developing a design concept. By including layers of metadata
and facilitating collaborative workflows, BIM is a 3D modelling application that surpasses
traditional CAD. It makes it easier to look any troubles and enhance the task by using enabling
real-time design visualization, simulation, and evaluation.

10. Question: Outline two cost estimating techniques that can be used for calculating design
costs.

Student Answer:
1. Bottom-Up Estimating:
This technique entails segmenting the assignment into greater plausible, smaller elements,
like discrete jobs or paintings programs. The very last project cost is calculated by using
adding the expected charges for each of these smaller components.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 15

 For example, you would estimate the fees of substances, labour, device, and overhead for
each issue (foundation, pillars, deck, and many others.) independently for a bridge layout
task. You may also decide the overall cost of the bridge layout by using including up those
separate figures.

2. Parametric Estimating:
This technique estimates the task's overall price through making use of statistical correlations
between beyond statistics and different variables (inclusive of value, length, and complexity).
When ancient mission records is available and pertinent, it's miles particularly beneficial.
For instance, you can estimate the general layout price of a toll road task by means of
comparing the value per kilometre of similar previous tasks. You can use this metric to
estimate the fee of building a brand-new roadway of similar length and complexity if earlier
tasks display that planning one kilometre of toll road commonly charges $100,000.

11. Question: Explain the benefit of using CAD for drafting and presenting engineering designs.

Student Answer:

1. Accuracy and Precision: CAD software makes it feasible to create designs that are relatively
correct and particular, which lowers the possibility of mistakes and increases the quality of the
finished product.

2. Productivity and Efficiency: By automating tedious sports and supplying gear that accelerate
layout advent and revision, CAD simplifies the layout procedure.

3. Improved Visualization: CAD presents state-of-the-art visualization capabilities, along with 3-

d modeling, that aid engineers and different stakeholders in comprehending the layout.

4. Simple Iterations and Modifications

5. Integration and Collaboration: CAD software regularly has tools that assist group participants
paintings collectively more effortlessly.

6. Cost Savings: CAD enables to lower the general challenge fees with the aid of decreasing
errors, growing productiveness, and facilitating better visualization.

12. Question: List two communication techniques that are useful when managing a civil works
design process and that will assist with the collaboration process with clients, other external
stakeholders and colleagues.

Student Answer:

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 16

 1. Regular Progress Meetings: By scheduling frequent progress conferences, each person
stays in settlement. Clients and different stakeholders are protected in this in addition to
participants of the internal group. You can discuss any problems, supply all of us an replace
on the task's progress, and make any essential plan changes all through those conferences.
By ensuring that everyone's voice is heard, this regular communique promotes transparency
and teamwork.

2. Collaborative Platforms: Slack and Microsoft Teams are two examples of structures that
facilitate continuous verbal exchange. These structures make it less difficult to share
documents, collaborate on document editing, and speak in actual time. It makes the design
manner greater effective and unified by means of ensuring that everyone undertaking
participants have get admission to the maximum latest statistics and can make a contribution
as needed

13. Question: List two types of communication equipment that can be used during a civil works
design process.

Student Answer:

1. Two-Way Radios: Crucial for set off on-web page conversation, especially in big or remote
construction sites. They improve safety and coordination via making certain immediate
communication amongst group participants.

2. Video Conferencing Tools: Regardless of geography, systems consisting of Zoom or

Microsoft Teams allow for in-person conferences with clients, stakeholders, and coworkers.
For carrying out evaluations, speaking approximately design changes, and keeping each
person up to date, that is quite helpful.

14. Question: Outline a method that you could use to review and validate a design.

Student Answer:
1. Preliminary Review: To ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project
specifications, begin with a preliminary review conducted by the design team.

2. Cross-Disciplinary Review: Ask professionals in several fields (such as structural,

environmental, and electrical) to evaluate the design from their points of view.

3. Feedback from Stakeholders: Show the design to important parties, such as clients,
authorities, and local authorities.

4. Modeling and Simulations: Utilize sophisticated software tools to model how the design will
behave in different scenarios.

5. Peer Review: Set up a peer review with seasoned experts who aren't working on the project
directly.

6. Iterative Refinement: Adjust the design as needed in light of the input and conclusions from
the earlier stages.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 17

 7. Final Validation: Verify that the design satisfies all requirements by conducting a final
validation assessment.

15. Question: List two best practice techniques that you can use to review performance of those
involved in the civil works design process.

Student Answer:
1. 360-diploma Evaluation

This method includes getting enter from peers, superiors, subordinates, and from time-to-time
clients, among different human beings. By deliberating numerous viewpoints, it offers a
radical evaluation of someone's overall performance.
Team participants can provide and receive remarks on layout alternatives, teamwork, verbal
exchange, and ordinary process great in a civil works layout assignment. This all-
encompassing method promotes a culture of duty and ongoing improvement by highlighting
regions of power and room for development.

2. KPIs, or key overall performance signs:

Tracking and assessing performance requires the status quo of precise and quantifiable KPIs.
KPIs are unique measurements that show critical components of a project's achievement.
KPIs for individuals operating on a civil works layout manner could consist of measurements
like customer pride, safety fashionable compliance, layout output nice, and deadline
adherence. Maintaining alignment with undertaking targets and promptly addressing any
performance gaps are made feasible by using mechanically reviewing those KPIs.

16. Question: Outline two techniques that can be used for negotiating with clients.

Student Answer:

1. Negotiation Based on Interest:

This approach concentrates on comprehending each parties' fundamental desires and

hobbies in preference to just their views. You can locate solutions that meet the desires of
each events by using figuring out shared goals and advantages. Find out a customer's primary
interests with the aid of asking questions at some point of challenge scope or finances
discussions. Examine the consumer's priorities, including necessary capabilities versus
elective add-ons, if they're concerned approximately fees. This aids in growing an offer that
satisfies their major desires whilst remaining inside their way.

2. BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement):

If an agreement cannot be reached during negotiations, knowing your fine opportunity is

referred to as your BATNA. With these records, you can make smart judgments and negotiate
from a function of energy.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 18

 List your satisfactory to be had options (BATNA) earlier than undertaking consumer
discussions. When negotiating the terms of a civil works challenge, as an instance, and the
patron is positive approximately unique necessities, being privy to your different alternatives—
which includes other viable projects or specific assignment phrases—will assist you make a
decision whether to accept the agreement or lower back out.

17. Question: Outline two techniques that can be used for leading and coordinating a team.

Student Answer:

1. Transformational Leadership:

To placed it honestly, this approach entails encouraging and provoking group contributors to
go above and past their comfort zones and trust the undertaking's concepts. By promoting
creativity, innovation, and private development, leaders that appoint this approach frequently
set an instance for others to comply with.

A transformational leader may support the crew in a civil works design assignment by way
of figuring out man or woman accomplishments, encouraging the team to bear in mind novel
layout alternatives, and cultivating cooperative surroundings in which all group contributors
sense appreciated and empowered.

2. Agile Project Management:

Agile techniques emphasize cooperation, adaptability, and iterative development. By

dividing the mission into smaller, extra achievable duties, this approach enables ongoing
input and changes. You might also have day by day stand-up meetings because the
manager of a civil works design crew to head over progress, remedy issues, and make
essential adjustments to plans. This ensures that the group remains targeted on generating
notable outcomes, touchy to modifications, and in sync.

18. Question: Outline two principles of effective team management.

Student Answer:

1. Clear Communication:

This precept highlights how vital it is for group members to communicate in an honest, open,
and obvious manner. Collaborative surroundings is promoted, goals are aligned, and
misunderstandings are prevented while all and sundry is in agreement. Clear communique
requires frequent updates, crew conferences, and feedback sessions.

2. Empowerment and Delegation:

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 19

 Tasks ought to be assigned based totally on crew participants' capabilities and areas of
electricity that allows you to make certain effective group management. Giving group
individuals autonomy and duty increases their drive and self-esteem. In addition to
guaranteeing a balanced workload, this principle makes use of the group's varied skill set,
which promotes extra creative and powerful hassle-fixing.

19. Question: Innovative procedures for developing designs in civil construction are so important.
Conduct some research and outline two innovative procedures that could be used to develop
the design concept. One of the procedures must relate to a new technology for civil works
design.

Student Answer:

1. Building Information Modelling (BIM):

BIM is a virtual depiction of a facility's functional and physical attributes. By generating a

three-D model with layers of metadata, it is going beyond traditional CAD and enables
advanced decision-making and communique throughout the project lifecycle.

You may additionally determine possible troubles, model several layout eventualities, and
optimize the design for sustainability, affordability, and performance through BIM. It
guarantees that each aspect of the undertaking is taken under consideration from the
beginning and promotes improved conversation amongst stakeholders.

2. Generative Design:

Based on specific enter elements and constraints, generative layout use algorithms to
provide a huge range of layout possibilities. This method makes use of synthetic intelligence
to research a extensive variety of options and discover the first-class and maximum realistic
solutions.

Generative layout can be applied to civil works layout to supply creative structural solutions
that maximize fabric utilization, lower costs, and enhance sustainability. The software can
also produce a number of design possibilities for assessment and development by using
receiving standards along with load necessities, cloth attributes, and environmental
situations.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 20

Assessment Task Two: Project Portfolio

Information for students

In this task, you are required to demonstrate your skills and knowledge by working through a
number of activities and completing and submitting a Project Portfolio.

You will need access to:

 a suitable place to complete activities that replicates a business environment including a

meeting space and computer and internet access

 your learning resources and other information for reference

 Project Portfolio template (this document can be accessed through your unit Moodle)

Ensure that you:

 comply with the due date for assessment

 adhere with submission guidelines

 answer all questions completely and correctly

 submit work which is original and, where necessary, properly referenced

 avoid sharing your answers with other students.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 21

Activities
Complete the following activities:

1. Carefully read the following:

This assessment task requires you to manage civil works design processes for two
projects. If you are completing this in your RTO, this will be as per the project
information provided to you by your assessor. If you are completing this based on a
workplace, this will be for two projects of your choice.

You will be collecting evidence for this unit in a Project Portfolio. The steps you
need to take are outlined below. Before you begin, complete page 4 of your Project
Portfolio.

2. Design requirements and options.

You are required to interpret and scope design requirements for your two civil
works design projects, as well as identify project design options and a preferred
design. This involves:

 Accessing the requirements for the project, including all relevant

documentation and legislation and policies and procedures.

 Interpreting the requirements for each project based on a review of

requirements and documentation.

 Clarifying any areas in relation to each project and confirming your

understanding of the design requirements.

 Summarising environmental and community impacts and solutions.

 Preparing functional specifications for each project.

 Identifying innovative procedures that can be used to develop the design

concept.

 Investigating and analysing potential design concepts.

Work on Section 1 of your Project Portfolio. The Project Portfolio includes separate
sections for you to document your work in relation to Project 1 and Project 2.

When you have completed the steps above, you are to prepare to present your
work in the next activity.
This means developing a presentation that can be provided to a team (your
assessor and fellow students) that addresses all the work you have completed so
far and for both projects.
The purpose of your presentation will be to:

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 22

  Present the work you have completed.

 Collaborate with the client (your assessor and fellow students) to make any
improvements required and resolve any issues.

 Clarify any aspects of the work.

 Seeking advice on the suitability of the new technology that may be used to
develop the design (see the section on innovative procedures).

 Check that you have been provided with all of the supporting information
needed.

 Obtain agreement for the work you have completed so far, including a
preferred design concept and confirming that it meets the client’s
requirements.
Prepare your presentation in a format of your choice such as. PowerPoint for use
in the next session. Your presentation should be prepared for a meeting of
approximately 15 minutes duration and your assessor will advise you of the date
and time.

Please note that at the presentation you will need to show that you present
information using sector specific terminology and using listening and questioning
techniques so make sure you prepare for this as part of your presentation
preparation.

3. Presentation.

You are now to provide your presentation to your team as per the instructions
above.
During your presentation, your assessor will be looking to see that you have
interpreted and scoped the design requirements for each project, as well as
identified design options. The outcome will be to identify the preferred design.
Your assessor will also confirm that you use civil construction design terminology
and listening and questioning techniques.

i This should be viewed in person by your assessor as they will need to give you
feedback. Make sure you follow the instructions above and meet the timeframes
allocated.
Following your presentation, document the feedback provided in your Portfolio.
Complete Section 1 of your Project Portfolio. The Project Portfolio includes
separate sections for you to document your work in relation to Project 1 and Project
2.

4. Civil works initiation, implementation, monitoring support and review.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 23

 You are required to initiate, implement, monitor, support and review your two civil
works design projects. This involves:

 Analysing and then selecting which resources, processes and systems are
required for each civil works design project.

 Developing an action plan for each civil works design project to ensure that all
required tasks are documented.

 Coordinating with others to achieve project requirements, including outcomes

and budget.

 Preparing and maintaining all of the documentation that is required for each
civil works design project.

 Reviewing the final design for each civil works design project.

 Implementing the actions plan you have developed for the project.

 Seeking feedback and evaluating design outcomes.

Work on Section 2 of your Project Portfolio. The Project Portfolio includes separate
sections for you to document your work in relation to Project 1 and Project 2.
Please note that your assessor will provide feedback on your working design and
the processes you have used. You will record this feedback in your Portfolio and
respond to it. Following this finalise your Portfolio and submit it as per the
instructions below for activity 5.

5. Submit your completed Project Portfolio.

Make sure you have completed all sections of your Project Portfolio, answered all
questions, provided enough detail as indicated and proofread for spelling and
grammar as necessary.
Submit to your assessor for marking.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 24

 The pages that follow from this point will be
completed by your Assessor.

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 25

Record of Assessment
To be completed by the unit Assessor

Assessment Details

Student Name

Student Number

Unit of Competency RIICWD601E Manage civil works design processes

Assessor Name

RTO Campbell Institute

Assessor Checklist
To be completed by the unit Assessor
Assessment Activity Satisfactory Not Yet Satisfactory

Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions

Question 1 ☐ ☐

Question 2 ☐ ☐

Question 3 ☐ ☐

Question 4 ☐ ☐

Question 5 ☐ ☐

Question 6 ☐ ☐

Question 7 ☐ ☐

Question 8 ☐ ☐

Question 9 ☐ ☐

Question 10 ☐ ☐

Question 11 ☐ ☐

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 26

 Question 12 ☐ ☐

Question 13 ☐ ☐

Question 14 ☐ ☐

Question 15 ☐ ☐

Question 16 ☐ ☐

Question 17 ☐ ☐

Question 18 ☐ ☐

Question 19 ☐ ☐

Assessment Task 2: Project Portfolio

Project Portfolio ☐ ☐

Presentation ☐ ☐

Results Record
Final assessment results
Result

Task Type Satisfactory Not Yet Satisfactory Did not submit

Assessment Task 1 Knowledge questions S NYS DNS

Assessment Task 2 Project Portfolio S NYS DNS

Overall unit results C NYC

Feedback to Student

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 27

Assessor’s signature Date signed

Complete this section below only if reassessment is required

Reassessment due date

Reassessment submission date

After reassessment, the student is: ☐ Competent ☐ Not Yet Competent

Assessor’s signature Date signed

RIICWD601E Student Assessment Tasks_v1.1 July 2024 Page 28