NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi

CIVIL EM504

This alternative 15 page document for student answers is a truncated version of the
140 page Student Pack, and is suitable for student answers for the whole Concrete
Unit.
Students should review and understand all the provisions in the 140 page document
to ensure that they comply with all assessment requirements.
Student details
Student name &
ID
Umar Shakeel & 20230730
Student Signature Umar
Unit of competency
Code: RIICWD533E
Name: Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures
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Student signature: Umar
Date: 23/12/2023
RIICWD533E Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Test
Provide your short, simple & adequate response to each question under each question in
turn.
Q1: Identify any five (5) legislation required to prepare detailed design of civil concrete
structures.
You must be aware of the laws and legislation that apply to the construction industry. Key
legislation includes:
• Competition and Consumer Act 2010
• Australian Consumer Law (ACL)
• National Construction Code
• Disability (Access to Premises-Buildings) Standards 2010
• National Prequalification System for Civil (Road and Bridge) Construction Contracts
Q2: Answer the following questions:
2.1 Discuss the Australian and other relevant Standards related detailed design of civil
concrete structures. Write your answer using 60-90 words.
2.2 What is the importance of cultural and heritage management in designing civil concrete
structures? Write your answer in 50-100 words.
2.3 Explain the processes for design approvals and reviews of designs for civil concrete
structures using 100-150 words.
2.4 What are the responsibilities of a construction manager in the implementation of
environmental management plan (EMP) on a civil construction project? Write your answer in
50-100 words.
2.5 Identify three (3) environment management requirements related to design of civil
concrete structures.
2.6 What is the importance of hydrological and meteorological management during the
construction of civil concrete structures? Write your answer in 100-150 words.
2.7 Explain the purpose of performance reviews in the design of civil concrete structures in
50-100 words.
2.8. What is quality management? Write your answer in 50-100 words.
2.9 Discuss the construction reporting requirement using 50-100 words.
2.10. Discuss the equipment safety requirements using 50-100 words.
2.11 What is the procedure for system close outs? Write your answer in 50-100 words.
2.12 Explain the workplace safety health and safety responsibilities of employee using 50-
RIICWD533E Prepare detailed design of civil concrete structures
100 words.
2.13 Explain workplace recording and reporting procedures using 70-100 words.
2.14 What is the importance of geotechnical management related to design and
construction of civil concrete structures design and construction? Write your answer in 40-60
words.
2.15. Explain the importance of risk assessment and management in the design of civil
concrete structures using 70-100 words.
2.16. What is statutory compliance? Write your answer using 70-100 words.
2.17. Discuss the purpose of emergency response procedures using 80-100 words.
2.18. How should you respond to workplace injuries in the workplace? Write your answer
using 30-50 words.
2.1 Australian Standards for Civil Concrete Structures:
In Australia, the design of civil concrete structures adheres to standards such as AS
3600 - Concrete Structures and AS 5100 - Bridge Design. These standards provide
guidelines for material properties, structural analysis, and construction practices,
ensuring that structures m