1 Apply structural principles to the planning of the erection or demolition of a structure.

2 Analyse and plan for the structural integrity of Class 2 to 9 buildings.

3 Plan, coordinate and manage laying of footing systems.

4 Plan, coordinate and manage laying of floor system.

5 Plan, coordinate and manage the building of structural wall systems and wall cladding systems.

6 Plan, coordinate and manage the building of structural roof systems and roof cladding systems.

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the erection or demolition of low rise projects of a more complex nature than single residential dwellings, which are typically commercial structures classified in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) as Classes 2 to 9 with a gross floor area not exceeding 2000 square metres but not including Type A or Type B construction.

Knowledge of the application of structural principles in accordance with Australian standards is essential.

• Housing Industry Association (HIA)
• Master Builders SA