LAWS 3088 Construction Law
Credit Points 10
Coordinator Dominic Maley Opens in new window
Description This subject introduces students to the legal and technical concepts required to understand the specialised area of construction law. Students will examine the key issues, concepts and topics that are specific to construction law from project preparation, through to contract formation, regulation, procurement methodologies, and finally to dispute avoidance and management. Students will engage subject-matter specialists to enhance their learning experiences in this subject.
School Law
Discipline Law, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Pre-requisite(s) LAWS 2003 Contracts
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | 10 minutes | 20 | N | Individual |
| Professional Task | 1000 words | 40 | N | Individual |
| Case Study | 1500 words | 40 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Bailey, Ian, Construction Law in Australia (4th ed, Thomson Reuters, 2018).
Teaching Periods