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Use maps, plans, drawings and specifications

Use maps, plans, drawings and specifications

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPGEN011
State Code
AVZ25
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills required to read and interpret maps, plans, drawings and specifications and prepare a simple map or plan.This unit applies to those working in the water industry, but could be used by other sectors. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing routine tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret maps, plans, drawings and specifications
  • 1.1 Identify types of maps, plans, drawings and specifications required to undertake work tasks.
  • 1.2 Identify parts of the water system and their inter-relationship on a range of drawing types.
  • 1.3 Interpret commonly used symbols and abbreviations.
  • 1.4 Interpret and apply the function of the legend.
  • 1.5 Verify latest version.
  • 1.6 Identify natural and man-made features on maps, plans and drawings.
  • 1.7 Relate specifications to maps, plans and drawings and identify quality standards.
  • 1.8 Identify types of details from works specifications.
2. Use maps, plans drawings and specifications
  • 2.1 Use organisation system to access maps plans, drawings and specifications.
  • 2.2 Translate technical data and apply quality standards into work site environment.
  • 2.3 Calculate distances using maps and plans with a range of scales.
  • 2.4 Confirm orientation, boundaries and identified features of the site.
  • 2.5 Identify any errors in the maps, plans, drawings and specifications.
3. Record and advise on changes and errors
  • 3.1 Draw or amend a map or plan.
  • 3.2 Take actual measurements and record features on a map or drawing.
  • 3.3 Record and report amendments.
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBO14 NWPGEN023 Use maps, plans, drawings and details Unit of competency