CPCSUS5002 — Develop action plans to retrofit existing buildings for energy efficiency

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What an assessment for CPCSUS5002 must cover

76 assessable components: 4 elements (16 performance criteria), 8 performance evidence and 49 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Plan retrofit processes.

1.1Discuss client’s use of the building and specific expectations of energy efficient retrofit priorities and incorporate into planning.
1.2Initiate energy assessment or review report from a prior assessment and discuss with key stakeholders to determine energy conservation measures.
1.3Provide a client with an overview of recommended processes and information relevant to generating an energy efficient retrofit.

2 Evaluate opportunities to improve energy conservation and efficiency of an existing building.

2.1Review and evaluate recommendations from energy efficiency assessor for input into the retrofit action plan.
2.2Identify limitations and obstacles involved in the energy efficiency upgrade of a building and develop appropriate solutions.
2.3Identify and manage risks of retrofitting an existing building for improved energy efficiency, including possible installation of mechanical ventilation systems.
2.4Develop and cost strategies that provide a measurable increase in the operational energy efficiency of an existing building.
2.5Assess structural adequacy of the existing building to determine appropriateness of retrofit solutions for energy efficiency.

3 Research and select energy efficient materials, products and systems.

3.1Research materials, products and systems specifications for appropriateness to the energy efficiency for the existing building.
3.2Source literature and consult with manufacturer representatives to identify installation and operational specifications.
3.3Check compliance requirements for selecting and installing materials, products and systems.
3.4Assess thermal and acoustic insulation of the building to determine energy efficiency rating.
3.5Determine quality of insulation and installation to improve insulating properties of the building.

4 Finalise a retrofit action plan.

4.1Develop final a retrofit action plan to comply with organisational procedures.
4.2Explain projected benefits of undertaking each of the proposed retrofit measures to a client.
4.3Obtain client sign-off and finalise documentation of the agreed plan.

Performance evidence

To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the elements and performance criteria of this unit by developing an action plan to retrofit and improve the energy efficiency of an existing residential or commercial building up to a maximum of three storeys.
In doing this, the candidate must:
determine class, type, condition and use of a building
produce energy efficiency comparison of an existing building and retrofitted building
produce costing, timelines and products and materials for the retrofit project
source applications for permits and service connections
identify limitations and obstacles to retrofit and determine solutions
develop a process for project risk management.

Knowledge evidence

building science principles and their application to the retrofitting of existing buildings for improved energy efficiency
environmental and sustainability legislation, requirements, policies, standards and guidelines:
environmental protection
biodiversity conservation
national, state and territory and local government building codes and standards
the National Construction Code (NCC)
organisational policies and procedures, quality systems and best practice approaches
addressing retrofitting expectations and benefits:
improved levels of comfort for the occupants
increased air changes per hour to improve indoor air quality
increased durability of the building
potential for improved return on investment
reduction in and prevention of mould
reduction in heating and cooling costs
fire resistance and resistance from bushfire attack
risks of retrofitting:
budget constraints
condition of existing building
local council planning provisions
land overlays and requirements relating to neighbourhood character
orientation of the existing building
original design and construction of existing building
position of existing services to the building
presence of protected vegetation adjacent to existing building
protection of existing building under heritage listing
proximity of other buildings or structures
sealing the building envelope:
air pressure differentials
combustion
moisture and mould
poor indoor air quality
properties, characteristics and limitations of selected building materials and components
processes, procedure and techniques of:
energy assessment to develop energy efficient strategies
calculating using measurements and formulas
retrofitting strategies:
light fittings
smart technology or motion sensors
insulation
sealing building envelope
solar photovoltaic systems
energy sources
sustainability principles and concepts
workplace safety:
hierarchy of control
hazardous manual tasks
working at heights
project plans, specifications and working drawings
general construction terminology.

Foundation skills

numeracy skills: calculate areas, volume and mass to determine dimensions and plan design; convert data into measurable and comparable information
problem-solving skills: recognise and overcome design and structural construction problems
technology skills: use communication tools and devices to communicate and collaborate effectively with others; use equipment and programs to access and extract information and develop relevant documentation.

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What does an assessment tool for CPCSUS5002 need to cover?

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