Course Title: Select and prepare a construction contract
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2017
Course Code: BUIL5984C
Course Title: Select and prepare a construction contract
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5256 - Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4338
Course Contact Email: vocengineering@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
David King
Ph: +61 3 9925 4334
Email:david.king@rmit.edu.au
Program Manager
Melissa Tinetti
Ph: +61 3 9925 4338
Email: Melissa.Tinetti@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select and prepare appropriate construction contracts, including the sections, clauses and conditions for low rise construction projects. The ability to interpret complex documents, communicate clearly and succinctly and negotiate are essential skills.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CPCCBC4003A Select and prepare a construction contract |
Element: |
1. Identify and analyse the essential elements, sections and clauses of a business contract. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Various types of building and construction contracts are identified and the appropriate application of each type is analysed. |
Element: |
2. Select an appropriate contract for the works to be undertaken. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. A contract, appropriate for the type of construction, is accurately selected. |
Element: |
3. Prepare the contract. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Expert advice is sought as required in the preparation of the contract. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to elements
Details of Learning Activities
Students will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency:
• Face to Face classes
• Simulated Workplace Learning
• Online learning via blackboard
• Other forms of structured teaching and learning
Students will be observed and assessed through their planned activities throughout the duration of the course
Teaching Schedule
Session 1 - Introduction to the Course
Discuss assessment requirements
Introduce Acts, Regs and Standards
Discuss Legal Environment
Session 2 - Review points from session 1
Essential elements of a Contract
Discuss general matter relating to a Construction Contract
Assessment quiz Part A
Session 3 - Examine different Types of Construction Contract
Detailed look at requirements of Domestic Building Contract
Session 4 - Discuss Remedies when in breach of Contract
Discuss Substantial Breach of a Contract
Termination of a Contract
Assessment quiz Part B
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access course information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. Lists of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.
Overview of Assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed by the selection and development of appropriate contracts, which meet organisational and industry standards and relate to low rise building structures. Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including written, oral, practical tasks and activities.
Assessment Tasks
Students must pass each of the following assessment tasks to demonstrate competent.
Assessments |
Weight % |
|
Assessment 1 |
Complete Major domestic building contract / Scenario |
50 |
Assessment 2 |
Online Quiz Parts a, b,c |
50 |
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Element / Performance Criteria Covered |
Assessment 1 |
Assessment 2 |
1.1 |
|
X |
1.2 |
|
X |
1.3 |
|
X |
1.4 |
|
X |
1.5 |
|
X |
1.6 |
|
X |
1.7 |
|
X |
2.1 |
X |
X |
2.2 |
X |
X |
2.3 |
X |
X |
2.4 |
X |
X |
2.5 |
X |
X |
3.1 |
X |
|
3.2 |
X |
|
3.3 |
X |
|
3.4 |
X |
|
3.5 |
X |
|
3.6 |
X |
|
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.
Assessment Tasks
Students must pass each of the following assessment tasks to demonstrate competent.
Assessments Weight %
Assessment 1 Complete Major domestic building contract / Scenario 50
Due end of week 7
Assessment 2 Online Quiz Parts a, b, c 50
Part A due end of week 6
Part B due end of week 8
Assessment Matrix
Element / Performance Criteria Covered | Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 |
1.1 | X | |
1.2 | X | |
1.3 | X | |
1.4 | X | |
1.5 | X | |
1.6 | X | |
1.7 | X | |
2.1 | X | X |
2.2 | X | X |
2.3 | X | X |
2.4 | X | X |
2.5 | X | X |
3.1 | X | |
3.2 | X | |
3.3 | X | |
3.4 | X | |
3.5 | X | |
3.6 | X |
Other Information
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
- Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
Study and learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
maths and science developmental support and advice
English language development
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).
Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special consideration:
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Other Information:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
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