Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver CPCCCO3044, 'Apply decorative finishes to concrete'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Apply decorative finishes to concrete' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe what needs to be done to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Plan and prepare to apply decorative finishes to concrete. | 1.1 Review and clarify task to apply decorative finishes to concrete. 1.2 Review task specifications and check to make sure they are in accordance with legislation, regulations and codes of practice. 1.3 Review work health and safety (WHS) requirements for the task in accordance with safety plans and policies. 1.4 Review environmental requirements for the task in accordance with environmental plans and legislative requirements. 1.5 Select plant, tools and equipment, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults. 1.6 Calculate material quantity requirements. 1.7 Acquire materials for the task and locate them safely ready for use. |
2. Apply stencil finishes with dry topping mix on wet concrete. | 2.1 Prepare stencil finish so that any lapping maintains alignment and bond. 2.2 Lay stencil onto screeded surface in accordance with specifications, ensuring alignment, bond and flat. 2.3 Prepare dry topping mix of colour, stone dust and cement and apply in accordance with specifications. 2.4 Finish surface with wood or magnesium float or steel trowel to a consistent texture in accordance with specifications. 2.5 Lift stencil in accordance with setting time in manufacturer’s specifications. 2.6 Insert specified control joints during placement and/or cut into applied finish after setting. |
3. Apply stencil finishes with wet topping mix on dry concrete. | 3.1 Clean concrete surface of loose particles and debris. 3.2 Prepare stencil finish so that any lapping maintains alignment and bond. 3.3 Lay stencil carefully onto dry surface in accordance with specifications, ensuring alignment, bond and flat. 3.4 Blend powdered mix consistently in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, load into hopper gun while wet, and spray under pressure on to dry stencil surface. 3.5 Lift stencil in accordance with setting time in manufacturer’s specifications. |
4. Apply stamp finishes. | 4.1 Determine method of applying pattern in accordance with design finish and specifications. 4.2 Check stamped finish pattern equipment for cleanliness and serviceability. 4.3 Plan design layout and determine initial starting point in line with specifications and design. 4.4 Prepare base colour and topping dust and apply to wet concrete in accordance with specifications. 4.5 Apply colours as specified at random locations to create desired effect. 4.6 Prepare and apply release agent to specifications. 4.7 Use stamp to create design pattern and surface effect in accordance with specifications. 4.8 Insert specified control joints during placement and/or cut into applied finish after setting. 4.9 Clean concrete of release agent and other debris, and apply sealant in accordance with job specifications. |
5. Apply exposed aggregate finishes. | 5.1 Incorporate selected aggregates into concrete mix to specifications. 5.2 Lay concrete to ensure exposed stone is uniform. 5.3 Remove surface matrix to expose aggregate. 5.4 Apply chemical retardant to surface to allow ease of matrix removal and exposure of aggregate. 5.5 Leave exposed aggregate, in accordance with design effect and specifications. 5.6 Insert specified control joints during placement and/or cut into applied finish after setting. 5.7 Apply sealant to surface in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. |
6. Apply textured finishes. | 6.1 Determine method of applying texture in accordance with design finish and specifications. 6.2 Prepare topping dust and apply in accordance with specifications. 6.3 Float base colour into surface in accordance with specifications. 6.4 Apply colours randomly, where specified, onto surface to create decorative type colourings. 6.5 Apply finish with trowel or other tools to create design pattern and surface effect in accordance with specifications. 6.6 Insert specified control joints during placement and/or cut into applied finish after setting. |
7. Clean up after applying decorative finishes to concrete. | 7.1 Clear work area and dispose of, re 7.2 Clean, check, maintain and store materials, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and workplace requirements. |