Level 3, Unit 2, Developing a Sustainable Construction Project

Level 3, Unit 2 - Developing a Sustainable Construction Project (10 credits)

1. Prepare a design brief and take steps to appoint an effective design team.	2. Use building information modelling techniques for concept design.	3. Prepare information and resources needed to support a planning application.
1.1 describe the role and responsibility of the client in a construction project.	2.1 create preliminary concept designs based on a design brief.	3.1 explain the planning process for a specific construction project.
1.2 prepare a design brief for a specific construction project and receive critical feedback for client sign off.	2.2 assess concept designs for space requirements, circulation and accessibility.	3.2 make use of current legislation and guidance.
1.3 formalise the appointment of an integrated Project Team in contractual terms.	2.3 assess concept design to produce preliminary cost and lifecycle cost prediction.	3.3 prepare a planning feasibility study for a specific construction project.
1.4 produce an organogram outlining professionals and their roles at each phase of the project.	2.4 perform energy analysis relative to form, orientation, weather, surfaces and glazing.	3.4 describe what is meant by the term ‘undesirable precedent’ in planning decisions and provide an example of such.
1.5 devise an effective communication strategy to promote collaboration between all parties.	2.5 present information for whole project lifecycle providing validation for chosen model.	3.5 formulate justification and present evidence for the approval of a specific project.