REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS

FOR

Building Construction
Level 1 & 2
OVERVIEW
Building Construction qualification levels 1 and 2 consists of competencies that an
individual must achieve to work in a Building Construction firm or to practice on his/her
own and a construction person. It entails introduction to building industry, occupational
health, safety in building and construction environment, site preparation, basic hand tools
for block/brick laying, building construction materials. It also provides the skills for
undertaking basic measurements in building construction, ability to undertake basic
setting out, ability mould block manually. The learner will also be able to manual
preparation of mortar and construct simple wall

The qualification consists of the following core competencies:

LEVEL 1 CORE COMPETENCIES

S UNITS CREDIT
N VALUE
1. INTRODUCTION TO BUILDING INDUSTRY 3
2. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND 3
ENVIRONMENT
3. SITE PREPARATION 4.5
4. BASIC HAND TOOLS IN BLOCK/BRICK 3
LAYING
5. MANUAL PREPARATION OF MORTAR 4.5
18
TOTAL CREDITS CREDITS

LEVEL 2 CORE COMPETENCIES

6. BASIC MEASUREMENTS IN BUILDING AND 3
CONSTRUCTION
7. BASIC SETTING OUT 3.5
8. INTRODUCTION TO MANUAL BLOCK 4.5
MOULDING
9. CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS 4.5
10. INTRODUCTION TO WALL CONSTRUCTION 4.5
11. EXCAVATION OF TRENCHES 5
12. PREPARATION, CASTING AND CURING OF 5
CONCRETE
TOTAL CREDIT 30
LEVEL 1 CORE COMPETENCIES
UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION TO BUILDING INDUSTRY 4.5 CREDITS

UNIT CODE:

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit covers the competencies required to demonstrate knowledge in the building and
construction sector. The learner is able identify occupations, job prospect and types of
buildings.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the required level of
key outcomes which performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
function
1. Demonstrate 1.1 Identify occupations in the building industry
knowledge in 1.2 Explain the role of each occupation
occupations in the 1.3 State the importance of the occupations in the construction industry
building industry 1.4 Identify challenges in the building industry
2. Demonstrate 2.1 Identify types of buildings
knowledge in 2.2 Identify shapes of buildings
building 2.3 Uses of types of building
construction
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Explain how to manage the existence of water bodies on site
knowledge 3.2 Explain how to manage the existence of Building Services on site
in Site 3.3 Identify the flood history of site
Stripping

RANGE
This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable Range
1.1 Occupations in the building Masonry workers, Carpenters, Iron workers, Plumbers,
industry include but not Electricians, Elevator/ Lift Installers and Operators,
limited to: Scaffold Installers and Tiler.
 2.1 Types of building include residential/ domestic, commercial, educational,
but not limited to: agriculture, Industrial, religious and military
3.2 Building Services include
water supply & drainage, electricity,
but not limited to:

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Reading and interpreting the measuring tape
• Paying attention to details
• Observation and systematic process

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
• Record keeping (recording of measurement taken during task execution)
• Writing skills in the relevant language

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical aspects of Written evidence of learner’s ability to explain the
Competency performance criteria as per the elements

2. Resource Implications Plot of land, manuals containing types of buildings

3. Methods of 3.1 Oral interview and Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ)

Assessment
4. Context of Assessment
5. Guidance information for
assessment
3.2 Practical demonstration,
3.3 Project work
Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
through accredited institution
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
workplace and job role is recommended.
Unit 2: DEMONSTRATE SKILLS IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENT 3 credits

UNIT CODE:

UNIT DESCRIPTION:

This Unit covers the competencies required to demonstrate knowledge in construction

working environment, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) and ability to exhibit
safe work habit and clean work environment.

Elements and Performance Criteria

Element Performance Criteria

Elements describe the Performance criteria describe the performance needed to

essential outcomes.
1. Demonstrate knowledge
in working environment
demonstrate achievement of the element.
1.1 Identify working environment hazards
1.2 State types of hazards and risk in the working environment
1.3 Explain safe work practice and instruction
1.4 Adhere to hazard warnings

Element Performance Criteria

2. Demonstrate knowledge in
2.1 Identify types of Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective 2.2 Select appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
Equipment (PPEs) 2.3 Use Personal Protective Equipment in accordance with
instruction
3. Demonstrate safe
3.1 Use safe access and exit route
work habit and clean 3.2 Carry out general housekeeping
work environment 3.3 Identify waste disposal facilities
3.4 Dispose all waste appropriately

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable
1. Working environment
Hazards may include but
not limited to:
Range
1.1 Falls from heights;
1.2 Slips and trips,
1.3 Moving objects,
1.4 Noise handling,
1.5 Dust,
1.6 Electrocutions and heat.

2. Types of hazards 2.1 Environmental, Tools/ Equipment and Personal.

3. Warning hazards 3.1 Restrictions, Fumes, Falling objects

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Use of relevant PPEs
 Following instructions from site supervisor
 Identification of hazards
Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Knowledge of hazards
 Identification of PPEs

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1 Written evidence may be required as per the relevant criteria
1.2 Performance evidence may be required as per the relevant criteria.
2. Resource 2.1 PPEs for construction, work environment
Implications
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Written Test (Multiple Choice Questions-MCQ)
3.2 Interview/Oral Questioning
3.3 Demonstration
3.4 Field trip
3.5 Learner’s journal
4. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off the job setting
Assessment
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for
assessment Workplace and job role are recommended.
 UNIT 3: DEMONSTRATE SKILLS IN SITE PREPARATION 4.5 CREDITS

UNIT CODE:

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit covers the competencies required to demonstrate skills in site exploration,
perform site clearing and site stripping.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the required level of
key outcomes which performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
function
1 Demonstrate 1.1 Explain site exploration
knowledge in 1.2 State the steps in taking possession of a site
conducting Site 1.3 State the steps in site exploration
Exploration 1.4 State the tools used in site exploration
1.5 Conduct site exploration

2. Demonstrate skills 2.1 Identify methods for site clearing

in Site Clearing 2.2 Identify tools and equipment used for site clearing
2.3 Explain the purpose of site clearing
2.4 Clear a site
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Explain Datum
knowledge 3.2 Explain Topography
in Site 3.3 Explain Orientation
Stripping 3.4 Explain how to manage the existence of water bodies on site
3.5 Explain how to manage the existence of Building Services on site
3.6 Identify the flood history of site

RANGE
This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable Range
1 Methods for site clearing
include but not limited to: 1.1 Physical (manual)

2 Tools and equipment used 2.1 Cutlass, pick axe, tape measure, rod, shovel, spade,
for site clearing include but pick axe,
 not limited to:

3 Building Services include 3.1 Water supply

but not limited to: 3.2 Drainage system
3.3 Electricity

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Use of tools and equipment
• Reading and interpreting the measuring tape
• Paying attention to details
• Observation and systematic process
• Identification of building services in an building

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
• Record keeping (recording of measurement taken during task execution)
• Writing skills in the relevant language.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical aspects of Written evidence of learner’s ability to explain Datum,
Competency Topography, explain orientation, explain how to manage the
existence of water bodies on site and explain how to manage
the existence of building services (water supply & drainage, ,
electricity, gas pipeline) on site.
2. Resource Implications 2.1 Plot of land, cutlass, pick axe, tape measure, rod, shovel, spade,
pick axe, bulldozer, grader
3. Methods of 3.1 Direct Observation
Assessment 3.2 Oral interview and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
3.3 Practical demonstration, project work
4. Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
through accrdited institution
5. Guidance information for Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
assessment workplace and job role is recommended.
UNIT 4: DEMONSTRATE SKILLS IN THE USE OF BASIC HAND TOOLS FOR
BLOCK/BRICK LAYING 3 CREDITS

UNIT CODE:
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit covers the competencies required to identify, use and maintain basic hand tools
for block/brick laying.
ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
These are assessable statements which specify the required level of
These describe the key
outcomes which make up performance for each of the elements.
workplace function Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range

1 Demonstrate 1.1 Identify basic hand tools for block /brick laying
knowledge in basic 1.2 Select basic hand tools for a given job in block/brick laying.
hand tools in 1.3 Use basic hand tools for a given job in block/bricklaying
block/brick laying 1.4 Adhere to safety in the usage of the basic hand tools
2 Demonstrate skills in 2.1 State the importance of maintaining and tools in brick laying
maintaining basic 2.2 Maintain hand tools in block/brick laying
hand tools 2.3 Store basic hand tools in block/brick laying

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable Range
1 basic hand tools may 1.1 Spirit level, Trowel, Builder’s Square, Brick Hammer, Float, Club
include but not limited Hammer, Bolster, pair of pincers, Hacksaw
to:

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE This section describes the skills and
knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Identification
• Selection
• Usage
 • Safe use of tools
Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Communication in teams
 Knowledge of work task assigned
 Tools requisition process

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
3. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 3.1 Identify, select and uses basic block/brick laying tools
3.2 Adhere to safe usage of tools
3.3 Maintain and store tools after usage

4. Resource 4.1 Spirit level,

Implications 4.2 Trowel,
4.3 Builder’s Square,
4.4 Brick Hammer,
4.5 Float,
4.6 Club Hammer,
4.7 Bolster,
4.8 pair of pincers,
4.9 Hacksaw
5. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 5.1 Written Test (Multiple Choice Questions - MCQs)
5.2 Demonstration
5.3 Practical project work
5.4 Interview/Oral Questioning
5.5 Demonstration
9. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off and on the job setting
Assessment
10. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
UNIT 5: MANUAL PREPARATION OF MORTAR 3 CREDITS

UNIT CODE:

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit specifies the competencies required to manually prepare mortar for
construction work.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required level
outcomes which make up of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Demonstrate knowledge 1.1 Explain the need for manual preparation of mortar
in machine preparation of 1.2 state the steps for manual mortar preparation
mortar 1.3 State the advantage for manual preparation of mortar

2. Demonstrate skills in 2.1 Explain the densities of materials

calculating material ratio 2.2 Explain batching by weights of materials
for machine preparation 2.3 Explain batching by Volume of materials
of mortar 2.4 Calculate materials quantities based on mix ratio
3.1 Select mortar materials
3.2 Select tools for manual preparation of mortar
3. Demonstrate skills in 3.3 Prepare mortar materials
preparing mortar using 3.4 Batch mortar materials
machine 3.5 Mix mortar materials
4.1 Explain the types of mortar test
4. Demonstrate skills in 4.2 Perform a mortar test
testing of mortar 4.3 Interpret test results

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
1. Mix ration may include but Ration of 1:3, 1:2, 1:1.5.
are not limited to:
2. Mortar materials may 2.1 Sand,
include but are not limited 2.2 Binding material
to:
2.3 Water
 3 Tools may include but 3.1 Shovel
are not limited to:
3.2 Spade
3.3 Wheel barrow
3.4 Mortar rebound hammer 
3.4 Flow Table, the Plunger Penetration

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Identification and selection of tools
• Identification and selection of materials
• Agility to work with materials
• Ability to test the mortar

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
• Materials for mortar
• Mixing methods
• Mixing ratios
• Methods of minimizing wastage of materials
• Following work procedures and supervisor instructions

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of 1.1 Selection of materials in correct ration
Competency 1.2 Use of tools
1.3 Demonstrated ability to mix materials correctly
1.4 Demonstrate ability to conduct and interpreted mortar test
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2. 1 Fine aggregate (sand),
2.2 Binder material
2.3 Water
2.4 Shovel, spade, wheel barrow, mortar rebound hammer,
Flow Table, the Plunger Penetration
3 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Practical Project work
4 Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in
a closely simulated workplace environment.
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
LEVEL 2 CORE COMPETENCIES
UNIT 6: PERFORM BASIC MEASUREMENTS IN BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION 3 CREDITS

UNIT CODE:
UNIT DESCRIPTION

This Unit covers competencies required to undertake measurement of building work,

understand units of measurement and conversion of distances related to building.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
These are assessable statements which specify the required
These describe the key
outcomes which make up level of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range

1 Demonstrate 1.1 Explain the importance of measurement in block work

knowledge in 1.2 Identify types of measurements used in building works
measurement of 1.3 State situations where each of the measurement will be
building works used.
1.4 Select and use each of the measurement types in a given
situation
2 Demonstrate understanding 2.1 Explain the meaning of S.I. unit of measurement
in Basic units of measurement 2.2 State in ascending order the S.I units in measuring distances
in distances 2.3 State the standard unit of measurement in distance.
3 Demonstrate understanding 3.1 State the SI unit of Conversion from millimetre to
of conversion of units in centimetre.
distances 3.2 Explain how to convert from lower level to higher
level.
3.3 State the scale conversion from one unit to another.
3.4 Convert from a metro to millimeter

RANGE
This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

4 Importance of 4.1 Accuracy,

measurement: 4.2 Precision to eliminate waste.

5Types of 5.1 Inside to inside,

 measurement: 5.2 Outside to outside
includes but not 5.3 Centre to Centre.
limited to:
6 Situation: includes but 6.1 Room size,
not limited to: 6.2 External overall of building gridlines.

7 Situations where each 7.1 overall dimensions,

measurement could be 7.2 Grids and room size.
used:

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE This section describes the skills and
knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Conversion
• Basic addition and multiplication
• Precision in measurement

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
Metric

Imperial

SI Unit

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency
1.1 ability to calculate basic measurement
1.2 ability to convert measurement from one unit to another
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 measuring tape in metric and imperial
3. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Oral Interviews
3.2 Practical demonstration
3.3 Observation
3.4 Third Party Reports
3.5 Written tests
4. Context of 4.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a simulated
Assessment workplace setting.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
UNIT 7: PERFORM BASIC SETTING OUT 3.5 CREDITS

UNIT CODE:
UNIT DESCRIPTION

This Unit covers competencies required to undertake measurement in measurement of

building work, understand units of measurement and conversion in distances.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
These are assessable statements which specify the required
These describe the key
outcomes which make up level of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range

1 Demonstrate 1.1 Explain setting out

knowledge in setting 1.2 Explain methods of setting out
out 1.3 Identify Tools and Equipment for setting out
1.4 Explain building line
1.5 Establish building line
2 Demonstrate 2.1 Identify materials for setting out
knowledge of setting 2.2 Explain the importance of setting out materials
out materials 2.3 Prepare materials for setting out
2.4 State basic tools for setting out
3 Demonstrate skills in setting 3.1 Identify methods of setting out for a building
out for a building 3.2 Identify the tools and equipment in setting out for a
building
3.3 Establish datum level on site
3.4 Perform setting out

RANGE
This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

1 Methods of setting 1.1 Setting out Right Angles,

out: 1.2 the 3-4-5 Method,
1.3 Setting out Perpendicular Lines
1.4 the Rope Method.

2 Tools for setting 2.1 Pegs, tape measure/measuring wire, boning rods, triangle sets,
out a building cross staff, optical square, gradient template, straight-edge in
 combination with spirit level,

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE This section describes the skills and
knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Line and peg
• Usage of tools and equipment
• Setting out

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Measurement in metric and imperial
 Setting out methods

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency
1.1 ability to identify tools
1.2 ability to select tools
1.3 Ability to undertake setting out correctly in a given situation

2. Resource The following resources should be provided:

Implications 2.1 pegs, tape measure/measuring wire, boning rods, triangle sets,
cross staff, optical square, gradient template, straight-edge in
combination with spirit level,
3. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Oral Interviews
3.2 Practical demonstration
3.3 Observation
3.4 Third Party Reports
3.5 Written tests
4. Context of 4.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a simulated
Assessment workplace setting.
4.2 Assessment shall be observed while tasks are being undertaken
whether individually or in-group.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
UNIT 8: INTRODUCTION TO MANUAL BLOCK MOULDING 4.5 CREDITS

UNIT CODE:

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit specifies the competencies required to manually mould, dry and stack blocks.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required level
outcomes which make up of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1 Demonstrate knowledge in 1.1 Explain block moulding methods
block moulding 1.2 Identify materials for moulding blocks
1.3 State types of mould
1.4 State sizes of mould
1.5 Select tools for moulding block
2 Demonstrate skills in 2.1 Batch aggregate to the required ratio (1:4, 1:6)
manual block moulding 2.2 Mix and fill mould with mixture and compact
2.3 Top up with mixture and compact
2.4 Remove excess mixture
2.5 Remove block from mould box
2.6 Observe safety precautions during block moulding
3 Demonstrate 3.1 Dry blocks in the open
understanding in drying 3.2 Identify methods of curing
and curing blocks 3.3 Cure blocks
4 Demonstrate 4.1 Explain stacking of blocks
understanding in stacking 4.2 Stack blocks on a prepared base
blocks 4.3 Protect blocks from weather conditions
4.4 Observe safety precautions during stacking blocks

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
1. Methods may include but 1.1 Manual
are not limited to:
2. Materials for moulding 2.1 Fine aggregate (sand),
Blocks manually may 2.2 Binder (Cement)
include but are not limited
 to:

3 Types of manual mould 3.1 Hand mould

may include but are not
limited to: 3.2 Cinva Ram.

4 Sizes of mould Box may 4.1 450mm x225 x 100mm,

include but are not limited 4.2 125mm, 150mm and 200mm) –
to: (varied thicknesses).
5 blocks may include but 5.1Solid blocks,
are not limited to: 5.2 Hollow blocks,
5.3 Corner Blocks

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Identification and selection of tools
• Identification and selection of materials
• Agility to work with materials

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
• Mixing methods
• Methods of minimizing wastage of materials
• Following work procedures and supervisor instructions

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Selection of materials in correct proportions
1.2 Use of tools
1.3 Demonstrated ability to batch materials in the right procedure
1.4 Demonstrate ability to mould blocks according to specifications
1.5 Demonstrate ability to stack and cure blocks according to
company procedure.
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
 Implications 2. 1 Fine aggregate (sand),
2.2 Binder (Cement)
2.3 Hand mould (450mm x225 x 100mm, 125mm, 150mm and
200mm) or any applicable size available in the workplace or training
venue
2.4 Cinva Ram (450mm x225 x 100mm, 125mm, 150mm and
200mm) or any applicable size available in the workplace or training
venue
2.4 Shovel, wheel barrow, spade, rake, wooden planks, drum with
water, water hose.
3 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Practical Project work
4 Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in
a closely simulated workplace environment.
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
UNIT 9: DEMONSTRARE SKILLS IN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS 3 CREDITS

UNIT CODE:
UNIT DESCRIPTION

This Unit covers competencies required to demonstrate knowledge in the use and storage
of brick/block laying materials

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
These are assessable statements which specify the required level
These describe the key
outcomes which make up of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range

1 Demonstrate knowledge 1.1 Identify brick/block laying materials

in brick/block laying 1.2 State sources of brick/ block laying materials
materials 1.3 State the uses of brick/ block laying materials
1.4 Explain the importance of aggregates cleanliness
2 Demonstrate knowledge 2.1 Identify tiling materials
in tiling materials 2.2 State the functions of tiling materials
2.3 Classify tiling materials according to uses
3 Demonstrate knowledge 3.7 Identify storage facility for building materials
in storing building 3.8 State the importance of storing materials
materials. 3.9 Store materials to the manufacturers specification

RANGE
This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

1 Brick/block laying 1.1 Clay

materials include but 1.2 Lime
not limited to: 1.3 Cement
1.4 Fine aggregate (Sand)

2 Tiling Materials 2.1 Tile cement

includes but not 2.2 Portland cement
limited to: 2.3 porcelain
2.4 and plain tiles
2.5 granite, marble
 2.6 boarders, coping, rubber/metal strips.
3 Building materials 3.1 Cement,
includes but not limited 3.2 Fine aggregates,
to: 3.3 Coarse aggregates,
3.4 Wood/ plywood, iron rods/ Ironmongery
3.5 Roofing sheet.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE This section describes the skills and
knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Identification techniques
• Classification and storage

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency
1.1 Identify block laying materials
1.2 Identify tilling materials
1.3 Store block laying and tiling materials
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Tile cement, Portland cement, porcelain and plain tiles, granite,
marble, boarders, coping, rubber/metal strips.
2.2 Cement, fine aggregates, coarse aggregates, Wood/ plywood, iron
rods/ Ironmongery and roofing sheet.
3. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Oral Interviews
3.2 Practical demonstration
3.3 Observation
3.4 Third Party Reports
3.5 Written tests
4. Context of 4.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a simulated
Assessment workplace setting.
4.2 Assessment shall be observed while tasks are being undertaken
whether individually or in-group.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
UNIT 10: INTRODUCTION TO WALL CONSTRUCTION 4.5

UNIT CODE:

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit specifies the competencies required to prepare materials and construct
construction, following health and safety procedures.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required level
outcomes which make up of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Demonstrate 1.1 Identify of materials for wall construction
knowledge of 1.2 Explain the characteristics of materials for walling
materials for walling 1.3 Identify tools for constructing a wall
2. Demonstrate skills in 2.1 Identify types of walls
construction of walls 2.2 Select materials for wall construction
2.3 Select tools for wall construction
2.4 Prepare materials for wall construction
2.5 Mark out the wall for construction
2.6 Construct a wall

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
1. Materials for wall 1.1 Wood, concrete, stones, brick and block.
construction may include
but are not limited to:
2. Tools for constructing 2.1 Trowel, straight edge, spirit level, water level, float,
may include but are not head pan, line and pin, wheel barrow
limited to:
3 Types of walls may 3.1 Concrete block wall.
include but are not 3.2 Load bearing wall
limited to: 3.3 Non-load bearing wall
 REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Identification and selection of tools
• Identification and selection of materials
• Agility to work with materials
• Ability to build a wall according to design specification
• Observe health and safety procedure

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
• Materials for building a wall
• Mixing methods
• Mixing ratios
• Methods of minimizing wastage of materials
• Following work procedures and supervisor instructions

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Selection of materials in correct ration
1.2 Use of tools
1.3 Demonstrated ability to mix materials correctly
1.4 Demonstrate ability to build walls according to design
specifications
1.5 Follow health and safety procedures
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Trowel, straight edge, spirit level, water level, float, head
pan, line and pin, wheel barrow
2.2 Wood, concrete, stones, brick and block.
3 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Practical Project work
4 Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in
a closely simulated workplace environment.
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
UNIT 11: EXCAVATION OF TRENCHES 5 CREDITS

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UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit specifies the competencies required the learner to be able to demonstrate
knowledge in excavation, ability to maintain tools and equipment for excavation of
trenches and excavatee trenches for building.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required level
outcomes which make up of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1 Demonstrate 1.1 Explain the principles of excavation
knowledge in 1.2 Explain the methods of excavation
excavation 1.3 State the types of excavation
1.4 Explain safety for the angle of repose
1.5 Explain safety for timbering to trenches
2 Demonstrate 2.1 Identify tools for excavation of trenches
knowledge in 2.2 Identify equipment for excavation of trenches
maintaining tools and 2.3 Explain the procedure for operation of equipment
equipment for 2.4 State how excavation equipment and tools are maintained
excavation of trenches
3 Demonstrate skills in 3.1 Identify types of soil to be excavated
Excavation 3.2 Select the method for an excavation
3.3 Select tools and equipment used for excavation
3.4 Perform manual excavation
3.5 Construct timbering to trenches
3.6 Adhere to safety precautions in excavations

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
1. Methods of excavation Conventional methods, drill & blast, Trenching
may include but are not
limited to:
2. Types of excavation may Cut and fill, Trench excavation, Basement, Road
include but are not limited excavation, Bridge, Dredging and Over excavation
 to:

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Identification and selection of tools
• Identification and selection of materials
• Excavation of trenches
• Construct timbering to trenches
• Observe health and safety procedure

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Principles of excavation
 Methods of excavation
 Types of excavation
 Safety for the angle of repose
 Safety for timbering to trenches

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency Select and use of tools
Identify and selection of tools
Excavation of trenches
Construct timbering to trenches
Follow health and safety procedures
Sate principles of excavation
State methods of excavation
State types of excavation
State safety for the angle of repose
State safety for timbering to trenches
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications Tools for excavation of trenches: Shovel, Pick, Spade, Mattock,
Crowbar, shovel, Hand and machine Operated Auger, Steel tape,
Spirit level, Mallets and Chisel.
 i. Equipment for excavation of trenches: Backhoe loader, Bulldozer,
Crawler loader, Excavator, Spider excavator, Swamp excavator, Zero
swing excavators and Trencher.
3 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Practical Project work
4 Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these.
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

UNIT 12: PREPARATION, CASTING AND CURING OF CONCRETE

5 CREDITS
UNIT CODE:

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This Unit specifies the competencies required the learner to be able to demonstrate
knowledge in concrete, ability to calculate concrete material ratio, ability to prepare
concrete (in-situ), knowledge in pre-cast units, and skills in testing of concrete. The
unit includes the mixing and moving of concrete from mixer to pour location.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required level
outcomes which make up of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1 Locate and prepare work 1.1 Determine location of concrete placement from plans and
area for casting of concrete specifications and check location for placement is free of debris
and waste.
1.2 Maintain safe working area is around pour location using barriers
and signage consistent with safety regulations.
1.3 Located plant, tools and equipment to suit planned placement.

2 Demonstrate 2.1 Explain the densities of materials

knowledge in concrete 2.2 Determine the weights of concrete materials
material ratio 2.3 Determine the volume of concrete materials
2.4 Explain the grade of concrete with their ratios
2.5 Calculate material quantities based on concrete mix
ratio
3 Mix Concrete 3.1 Identify materials required for concrete according to job
specifications.
3.2 Batch materials according to job specifications.
3.3 Mix materials by hand or machine according to job specifications
4 Transport and place 4.1 Check levels.
concrete 4.2 Transport and pour concrete to location by wheelbarrow.
4.3 Place concrete in horizontal layers into location to levels as
indicated by markers, level pegs or lines.
4.3 Minimise height of vertical drop of concrete to avoid
segregation of concrete.
4.4 Pour concrete andcompact.
5 Screed / level and finish 5.1 Hand screed concrete to correct levels and/or grades.
concrete 5.2 Apply float and trowel after initial screeding to assist in
maintaining a level surface and remove screeding inaccuracies.
5.3 Control joints are installed, edges finished and concrete
finished to specifications.
 6 Cure concrete 6.1 Cure concrete to specifications.
6.2 Protected concrete during curing process by isolating and/or
barricading the area

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
The range of this element is fully expressed in the Performance Criteria

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Locate and prepare work area for casting of concrete
• Mix Concrete
• Batch materials according to job specifications.
• Mix materials by hand or machine according to job specifications
• Transport and place concrete
• Screed / level and finish concrete
• Cure concrete

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 concrete material ratio
 Calculate material quantities based on concrete mix ratio

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Calculate material quantities based on concrete mix ratio
1.2 Locate and prepare work area for casting of concrete
1.3 Mix Concrete
1.4 Batch materials according to job specifications.
 1.5 Mix materials by hand or machine according to job specifications
1.6 Transport and place concrete
1.7 Screed / level and finish concrete
1.8 Cure concrete
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Concrete mixer
2.2 Concrete materials
2.3 Compact/vibrate
2.4 Hand trowel
2.5 Wheel barrow
2.6 Relevant tools and equipment and completing all work to specification.
3 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Practical Project work
RPL
4 Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these.
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
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