Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying (6705-23)
Unit 202/602 Principles of building construction, information and communication
Assessment Criteria
10. understand how to select types of building information.
10.1 interpret information sources used in construction
10.2 interpret scale, symbols and hatchings on a working drawing
10.3 explain the purpose of benchmarks used in construction.
11. know about environmental considerations in relation to construction
11.1 describe thermally insulated materials
11.2 describe methods of making buildings water efficient
11.3 describe methods of making buildings energy efficient
11.4 state environmental-friendly building materials
11.5 state procedures for waste management.
12. understand the construction of foundations.
12.1 describe factors to be considered when selecting foundations
12.2 describe materials and mix-ratios used in concrete foundations
12.3 explain how to set out foundations
12.4 explain factors to consider when excavating foundations
12.5 describe methods of transferring datums
12.6 calculate the volume of concrete used in pile foundation.
13. understand construction of internal and external walls.
13.1 describe wall components
13.2 explain the importance of a Damp Proof Course (DPC)
13.3 calculate the area of a gable
13.4 identify additives used in mortar
13.5 identify different types of bonding
13.6 describe the differences between load-bearing and non-load-bearing internal walls
13.7 calculate the volume of paint required to cover a wall area.
14. know about construction of floors.
14.1 describe floor components
14.2 calculate the linear quantity of floor boarding to cover an irregular shaped area
14.3 calculate additional quantities of wastage using percentage.
15. know about construction of roofs.
15.1 describe types of roofs
15.2 describe roof components.
16. understand how to communicate in the workplace.
16.1 describe job roles within building teams
16.2 explain key personnel involved in day to day communication
16.3 state information needed when requesting materials
16.4 identify methods of communication used to relay information to colleagues and others
16.5 describe advantages and disadvantages of methods of communication
16.6 state occasions when clear communication is vital in the workplace
16.7 explain benefits of positive communication with colleagues and others.
