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RIICWD530E Prepare detailed design of surface drainage

Unit Assessment (Theory)
Unit Name Prepare detailed design of surface drainage
Unit Code RIICWD530E
Student Name Viet Hung Dao
Student Id Number 1077144
Unit Summary

Pre-requisite units

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Date: __25__/__10___/__2023___
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Please include your answers in the answer sheet provided.
Task 1
For the proposed residential blocks, as per Appendix I & II, identify the size and the cost of
installing soakwell for each block. Include your answer in the Bill of Quantity table allocated
in the answer sheet.

 Bulk excavation cost $ 25 per cubic meter.

 Backfill cost: $35 per cubic meter.
 Type1: 900x900 Diameter Soakwell: $800
 Type 2: 1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell: $1000
 Type 3: 1200x1500 Diameter Soakwell: $1200
 Type 4: 1800x1800 Diameter Soakwell: $1600
Bill of Quantity
Sr.No Items Unit Quantity Total Rate Amount
Quantity
1 Unit 1 1 1x (1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1000 1000
2 Unit 2 1 1x (1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1000 1000
3 Unit 3 1 1x (1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1000 1000
4 Unit 4 1 1x (1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1000 1000
5 Unit 5 1 1x (1200x1500 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1200 1200
6 Unit 6 1 1x (1200x1500 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1200 1200
7 Unit 7 1 1x (1200x1500 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1200 1200
8 Unit 8 1 1x (1200x1500 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1200 1200
9 Unit 9 1 1x (1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1000 1000
10 Unit10 1 1x (1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1000 1000
11 Unit 11 1 1x (1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1000 1000
12 Unit 12 1 1x (1200x1200 Diameter Soakwell) 1 1000 1000
13 Bulk 1 (0.6x0.6x3.14.1.2) x16 17.63 m3 $25 $440.75
excavation +(0.6x0.6x.3.14x1.5) x4
Total: $13240.75

Task 2
For the proposed residential blocks, as per Appendix I, the stormwater will be collected by a
civil drain system (Cementous pipes) that connects the subdivision’s surface water to the
sea in one kilometer.

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 Two types of materials for the storm drain system are proposed at the design stage,
including steel and PVC.

The depth of trenches varies based on the type of material. The design specifications
determined the depths of steel and PVC 0.9 m and 1.2 m, respectively. The widths for both
types are the same (0.7 m). The required trench for the civil drain system is 1.5 m wide and
1.2 m deep. Propose a cost-effective design. Include your answer in the Bill of Quantity table
allocated in the answer sheet.

 Discharge pit in a cost of $150

 Cementous Manholes should be placed every 250 m in a cost $150 each.
 900 mm Cementous pipes: $85 per meter
 PVC T junction: $ 25
 PVC cross intersection $ 45
 Steel T junction $ 45
 Steel cross intersection $ 75
 600 mm PVC pipe: $35 per meter
 600 mm steel pipe: $ 50
 Bulk excavation cost: $ 25 per cubic meter
 Backfill cost: $35 per cubic meter
Bill of Quantity- PVC
Sr.No Items Unit Quantity Total Quantity Rate Amount

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 1 T junction 1 11 11 $25 $275

2 Cross 1 2 2 $45 $90

intersection
3 PVC pipe m 154 $35 $5390

4 Discharge 1 13 13 $150 $1950

pit
5 Bulk M3 (1.2x0.7) x 154 129.36 m3 $25 $3234
excavation
6 Backfill 129.36 - 85.84 m3 $35 $3004.4
(3.14x0.3x0.3x154)
7 Total: $13943.4

Bill of Quantity- Steel

Sr.No Items Unit Quantity Total Quantity Rate Amount
1 T junction 1 11 11 $45 $495

2 Cross 1 2 2 $75 $150

intersection
3 Steel pipe m 154 $50 $7700

4 Discharge 1 13 $150 $1950

pit
5 Bulk M3 (0.9x0.7) x154 97.02 m3 $25 $2425.5
excavation
6 Backfill 97.02- 53.5 m3 $35 $1872.5
(3.14x0.3x0.3x154)

7 Total: $14593

Bill of Quantity- Cementous

Sr.No Items Unit Quantity Total Quantity Rate Amount

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1 Manhole 1 1000/250=4+1 5 $150 $750

2 Cement M 1000 1000 $85 $85000

pipe

3 Bulk M3 (1.8x1.5) x1000 2700 m3 $25 $67500

excavation

4 Backfill (1.8 x1.5) - 2064.15 m3 $35 $72245.2

(3.14x0.45x0.45)
x1000

5 Total: $225495.2

Task 3
Identify any 5 potential risks at the design and construction stages each and assess them
using the risk matrix below. Include your answer in the allocated table in the answer sheet.

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 Likelihoo Risk Mitigating
ID Risk description Impact
d Rating action
1 Inadequate 1 4 1x4=4 Engineering
Slope and control
Grading
2 Failure to 1 4 1x4=4 Engineering
Account for control
Soil Conditions
3 Inadequate 1 3 1x3=3 Administrative
Regulatory Controls
Compliance
4 Inadequate 1 4 1x4=4 Engineering
Drainage control
Capacity
5 Inaccurate 2 6 2x6=12 Substitution
Hydrological
Analysis
6 Weather and 2 6 3x6=12 Substitution
Environmental
Factors
7 Site conditions 2 6 2x6=12 Substitution

8 Supply Chain 2 4 2x4=8 Substitution

Disruptions
9 Equipment 1 4 1x4=4 Engineering
Breakdowns control
10 Utility 1 4 1x4=4 Engineering
Conflicts control

Some common risks associated with the design of a surface drainage system:
1. Inadequate Slope and Grading: Flawed slopes and grading can lead to water accumulation
or ineffective drainage. A thorough site assessment and surveying are crucial for establishing
the correct inclines to ensure efficient water runoff.
2. Failure to Account for Soil Conditions: Various soil types exhibit distinct drainage qualities.
Overlooking these soil characteristics during the design phase can result in inadequate
drainage performance.
3. Inadequate Regulatory Compliance: Designing the drainage system without meeting the
requirements of local, state, and federal regulations can result in legal complications and
the possibility of fines.

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4. Inadequate Drainage Capacity: Creating a system with inadequate drainage capacity may
result in flooding and water accumulation. It is essential to accurately estimate anticipated
water flow rates and construct the system to accommodate peak rainfall occurrences.
5. Inaccurate Hydrological Analysis: Mistakes in analysing hydrological data and rainfall
patterns can result in underestimating or overestimating the sizing of the drainage system.
Some common risks associated with the construction phase of a surface
drainage system:
1. Weather and Environmental Factors: Unpredictable weather elements, such as intense
rainfall, storms, or extreme temperatures, have the potential to disrupt construction
processes, induce erosion, and affect the safety of workers.
2. Site conditions: such as unforeseen soil conditions, groundwater levels, or hidden
subsurface obstructions, have the potential to create complications during excavation and
construction activities. These complications may result in delays and increased project costs.
3. Supply Chain Disruptions: The construction process may experience deceleration due to
delays or insufficiencies in the delivery of construction materials, equipment, or specialized
components.
4. Equipment Breakdowns: The occurrence of mechanical failures or breakdowns in
construction equipment has the potential to disrupt operations and lead to project delays.
5. Utility Conflicts: Risks may emerge during construction if there are inaccuracies in the
precise identification and effective management of pre-existing utility lines like water, gas,
and electricity.

Task 4
Imagine that the subdivision is handed over for the construction. List at least 10 equipment
and machineries along with their functions. Include your answers in the allocated table in
the answer sheet.

No Machinery/equipment Function/s of the machinery/equipment

1 Excavators Digging of earth, Loading and Dumping
2 Trenchers Installing drainage, Digging for electrical wires,
Cutting pavement
3 Loader Loading, Relocation, Linking, Allocation
4 Dump truck Transporting and unloading materials
5 Rollers Compress earth, crushed stone, flatten land
6 Laser levels and surveying Check whether the angel of a building in
equipment construction
7 Erosion control materials Soil Stabilization, Sediment Control, Stormwater
Management, Land Reclamation

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 8 Sheet piles
9 Compactors
10 Shovels, picks and hand
tools
Task 5
Provide a work breakdown structure showing the tasks in construction process to the
project close out along with a brief of each stage. Include your answers in the allocated
table in in the answer sheet.
No Task
1 Site assessment and land surveying
2 Earthwork and excavation
3 Pipe, fitting and manholes installation
4 Quality control and inspection
5 Testing and validation
Used in the construction of seawalls and
bulkheads, used as barriers to groundwater flow,
used for retaining the loose soil around the
foundation trenches
Compress waste materials into a container to
increase the amount of trash a container can
hold
Excavation, Trenching, Breaking and Loosening
Soil, Digging, Cultivating, Cutting, Gripping and
Holding, Finishing
Task brief
This phase entails a comprehensive
examination of the building location,
encompassing factors such as the site's
topographical features, soil structure,
drainage system, and potential obstacles.
Furthermore, a land survey is performed
to determine exact measurements and
property boundaries.
This assignment encompasses the
readiness of the construction site for
building activities. It encompasses tasks
like digging, leveling, and contouring the
terrain to establish a suitable foundation.
During this phase, below-ground
infrastructure such as water, sewage, and
drainage systems are implemented. This
involves the installation of pipes,
connections, and the establishment of
manholes to ensure proper flow and
connectivity.
Quality control and inspection are critical
for ensuring that the construction process
aligns with established standards and
specifications. Inspections are carried out
to confirm compliance and identify any
possible problems or deviations.
This entails conducting thorough testing
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6 Grading and land shaping
7 Documentation and reporting
8 Project close out
Task 6
If the catchment area is 210 ha (2.10 km2). An ARI of 5 years was adopted. Calculate the
peak charge if the runoff coefficient C is 0.325
tc = 0.76 A0.38 = 0.76 x 2.10.38 = 1.007 hour = 1.007 x 60 = 60.45 minutes
from the ARI table, the intensity = 28.10 mm/hour
Q5 = (C5 . ltc5 . A)/ 360 = (0.325 x 28.1 x 210)/ 360 = 5.327 mm3/s
on the installed systems to verify their
proper functionality. This encompasses
pressure tests for pipes, electrical
inspections, and other validations to
ensure both functionality and safety.
This activity concentrates on refining the
landscape for specific objectives,
encompassing alterations to slopes,
elevation, and contours to attain the
desired landscaping and grading results.
Documentation plays a vital role in record-
keeping and meeting regulatory
requirements. During this phase, reports,
drawings, and other pertinent documents
are generated to monitor advancement
and guarantee adherence to regulations.
The final phase encompasses the
execution of administrative duties to
formally conclude the project. This entails
conducting final inspections, obtaining
client approvals, and facilitating the
transfer of all pertinent documentation
and keys.
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