This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out concrete work in civil construction, including constructing and fitting reinforcement, erecting formwork, concreting and stripping formwork.
It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s 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:
• carry out concrete work on at least two occasions, including:
• setting up string lines, framework and reinforcements
• positioning expansion and dowel joints
• placing concrete according to job specifications
• compacting concrete
• screeding and finishing concrete surface.
During the above, the candidate must:
• locate and apply required legislation, documentation, policies and procedures
• identify, report and record hazards and risks
• implement the requirements, procedures and techniques for concrete work including:
• carrying out steel reinforcement
• completing formwork
• clean screens before movement
• work with others to complete concrete work that meets required outcomes, including:
• communicating with others to receive and clarify work instructions
• using communication techniques and equipment to convey information to others, including signage to advise others of work activity and exclusion zones
• complying with reporting requirements and procedures.
The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):