Course Title: Construction Contract Law
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Construction Contract Law
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUIL1252 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 1 2021 |
BUIL1253 |
Singapore Inst of Management |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
Offsh1 18, Offsh1 19, Offsh1 20, Offsh1 21, Offsh1 22 |
Flexible Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUIL1283 |
SHAPE, VTC |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
OFFSe12018 (SE1) |
BUIL1283 |
SHAPE, VTC |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
OFFJan2019 (SE1) |
BUIL1283 |
SHAPE, VTC |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
OFFJan2020 (All) |
BUIL1283 |
SHAPE, VTC |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
OFFJan2021 (All) |
BUIL1283 |
SHAPE, VTC |
Undergraduate |
325H Property, Construction & Project Management |
Face-to-Face |
OFFJan2022 (All) |
Course Coordinator: Norman Franzi
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 0497
Course Coordinator Email: norman.franzi@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 08.08.74
Course Coordinator Availability: Monday 12.00pm - 3.00pm
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Required Prior Study
You should have satisfactorily completed
BUIL1247 Introduction to Built Environment Law
before you commence this course.
Alternatively, you may be able to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge before you start this course.
Contact your course coordinator if you think you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.
Course Description
This course will develop your skills and knowledge within the specialised area of construction contract law. The objectives of this course are to develop your critical understanding of construction contract legislation, And your ability to apply construction contract legal principles to practice. Topics covered will include:
- Standard construction contracts;
- Contentious clauses and the transfer of risk within contracts;
- Various forms of contract and procurement methods; Variations to contracts, claims, dispute resolution and related issues.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
In this course you will develop the following program learning outcomes
- PLO1: Determine and apply knowledge of complex construction management theory to your professional practice and/or further study
- PLO2: Professionally communicate to a range of audiences, demonstrating in depth knowledge of the discipline and of the needs of diverse construction management stakeholders
- PLO3: Apply logical, critical and creative thinking to analyse, synthesise and apply theoretical knowledge, and technical skills, to formulate evidenced based solutions to industry problems or issues
- PLO5: Collaborate effectively with others and demonstrate intellectual independence and autonomy to solve problems and/or address industry issues and imperatives
Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- CLO1: Describe and contrast different types of construction contracts
- CLO2: Identify and communicate the main sources of contractual disputes within the construction industry
- CLO3: Compare and contrast different types of contract clauses
- CLO4: Identify, analyse and justify variations to contracts
- CLO5: Analyse the implications of variations in contracts, and claims, including in relation to dispute resolution
- Analyse various forms of contract and procurement routes
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be able to engage in a variety of lectures and smaller classes. Learning activities may include class discussions, group work and problem based case study analysis.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems.
There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program learning outcomes. Assessment includes the following:
City Campus
- Law Essay on the law of contract and law of tort 50%, CLOs 1 to 6
- Law Essay on standard form of contracts and dispute resolutions 50%, CLOs 1 to 6
Singapore Campus
- Law Quizzes 15%, CLOs 1 to 6
- Law Short Questions 40%, CLOs 1 to 6
- Law Essay 45%, CLOs 1 to 6
Hong Kong Campus
- Law Questions 50%, CLOs 1 to 6
- Law Report and Case Summary 50%, CLOs 1 to 6
Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks.
Equitable Learning Services
Equitable Learning Services (ELS) provide support and equal opportunities for students with a disability, long-term illness and/or mental health condition and primary carers of individuals with a disability. You can contact the ELS if you would like to find out more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services. You can also contact the course coordinator or the program coordinator if you would like to find out more.
An assessment charter (http://mams.rmit.edu.au/kh6a3ly2wi2h1.pdf) summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teaching staff.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced in a single document: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ln1kd66y87rc.