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Produce advanced engineering drawings for a steel structure

Produce advanced engineering drawings for a steel structure

Module
National Code
VU23965
State Code
BB708
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/09/2026
Field of Education
030903 - Structural Engineering
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcome knowledge and skills required to complete a structural steel drawing in accordance with accepted practice as outlined in Australian Standard (AS) 1100.501.

It requires the ability to interpret and apply relevant sections of AS 4100 and Australian Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Handbook, perform calculations and prepare detailed drawings of structural steel members in accordance with job specifications.

The unit applies to a person working at paraprofessional level in a civil engineering environment where drawings of steel structures are prepared.

No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of accreditation.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Identify steel structure to be drawn
  • 1.1 Occupational health and safety/workplace health and safety (OHS/WHS) requirements for a given work area are determined
  • 1.2 Drawings, relevant documentation and work requests are identified and discussed with appropriate personnel
  • 1.3 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others involved at the work site
  • 1.4 Resources and equipment needed for the task are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
Plan drafting approach
  • 2.1 Project specifications and related documentation required for the drawings are collected and analysed
  • 2.2 Relevant sections of the AISC Handbook and AS 4001 are analysed and calculations preformed as required
  • 2.3 Drafting references and equipment are set up to complete the design and detailed drawings in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer requirements
Complete the drawings
  • 3.1 Drafting references and equipment are used according to manufacturer manuals and workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Drawings of steel structural and individual components are prepared to conform with Australian drafting and steel structure standards, AISC Handbook requirements and relevant and building regulations
  • 3.3 Decisions for dealing with unexpected situations are made from discussions with appropriate personnel, job specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Final drawings are reviewed with appropriated personnel and against job specifications and amended as required
Present and archive final drawings
  • 4.1 Drafting references and equipment are maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Drawings are presented and signed off by appropriate personnel accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Drawings are stored and archived according to workplace procedures
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AZ201 VU22553 Produce advanced engineering drawings for a steel structure Module
Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BHW56 52950WA Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering Accredited course