LAWS 5005 Construction Law
Credit Points 10
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Description This subject introduces students to the foundational legal and technical concepts required to understand the specialised area of construction law practice. 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 with construction practitioners to enhance their learning experiences in this subject.
School Law
Discipline Business and Commercial Law
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 5 subject
Restrictions
Must be enrolled in a Post Graduate program.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse key legal information, concepts and theories used on construction projects.
- Examine key technical principles relevant to the drafting of construction contracts.
- Utilise and evidence-based approach to explore key contractual processes and administrative challenges typical of a construction contract.
- Communicate practical, well-informed solutions to emerging legal issues relevant to construction contracts.
- Engage in independent investigations to enhance personal and professional development,
- Collaborate with key stakeholders in response to legal issues in construction projects.
Subject Content
- The Australian Legal System
- Understanding the Law: Contract Law, Torts and Property Law
- Regulation of Construction
- Participants in the Industry
- Contracting and Procurement Methodologies
- Construction Contracts: Standard Forms, Tendering, Preparation, Minimising Legal Exposure, Sub-Contracting
- Professional Liability
- Superintendents
- Contract Administration: Timing, Payment, Cost Control, Variation, Major Plant Deployment
- Security for Performance
- Quality of Work and Latent Conditions
- Liquidated Damages
- Insuring Risk in Construction Projects
- Dispute Avoidance, Management and Resolution
- Conduct of Construction Disputes
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.
Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Presentation | 10 minutes | 20 | N | Individual |
Professional Task | 1000 words | 40 | N | Individual |
Case Study | 1500 words | 40 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods
Spring
Parramatta - Victoria Rd
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