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Use construction in engineering

Use construction in engineering

Module
National Code
DCSCON632
State Code
BD849
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/09/2026
Field of Education
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the competency to identify and select plant and construction techniques for use on civil engineering projects.

The unit of competency is applied by drafting personnel in a civil and structural engineering environment for basic construction specifications.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Select suitable equipment and construction techniques to undertake earthworks.
  • 1.1 Assess the nature and extent of the earthwork operation.
  • 1.2 Select the most appropriate plant to perform the earthworks.
  • 1.3 Estimate time and cost of performing the earthworks.
Select suitable techniques for laying pipes.
  • 2.1 Assess the nature and extent of the pipe laying operation.
  • 2.2 Distinguish the features of a variety of pipes and systems commonly used in civil engineering practice.
  • 2.3 Select the most appropriate pipe laying technique.
Demonstrate knowledge of general civil engineering terms and features.
  • 3.1 The distinguishing features of common civil engineering terms and features can be described.
  • 3.2 The distinguishing features and applications of a variety of civil structures can be described.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of structural steel construction.
  • 4.1 Describe the processes involved and the roles of people involved in the structural steel construction industry.
  • 4.2 Develop a plan for the construction of a small steel structure.
  • 4.3 Schedule events, labour and plant for the construction of a small steel structure.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of road construction.
  • 5.1 Road pavement types can be sketched, labelled and described.
  • 5.2 Materials used in building roads can be described.
  • 5.3 Plant and labour used in building roads can be described.
  • 5.4 Principles for determining the design life of roads can be described.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concrete construction.
  • 6.1 List the essential constituents of concrete.
  • 6.2 Describe the manufacture, transport, placing and finishing techniques used in a variety of construction applications.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AZ032 DCSCON605 Use basic construction in engineering Module
Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BHW56 52950WA Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering Accredited course
BHW53 52951WA Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering Accredited course