LAW07025 2012 Construction Law
Full Title
Construction Law
Transcript Title
Construction Law
Code
LAW07025
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
LAW - Law
Department
CENG - Civil Eng. and Construction
Level
07 - NFQ Level 7
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2012 - Full Academic Year 2012-13
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Gary McGinty
Programme Membership
SG_JCONS_B07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and Costing
SG_JQUAN_B07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying
SG_JCONS_B07 201400 Bachelor of Science in Construction Cost Management
SG_JQUAN_H08 201400 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying
SG_JQUAN_B07 201500 Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying
SG_JQUAN_H08 201500 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying
SG_JQUAN_H08 201500 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying
SG_JQUAN_H08 201700 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying
Description
The course will expand the learners legal knowledge to understand and identify the complexities of law surrounding construction project and contracts. The legal meaning and implication of key terms in construction contracts will be examined in detail. Issues relating to the administration of contract projects will also be considered. The main legal differnce between standard forms of contract will be idendified and evaluated. This module will combine a mix of theory and problems (based on case law) to illustrate the application of key principles.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Critically assess the role, obligations and responsibilities of the employer and the contractor under both the construction contract and the general operation of the law
2.
Demonstrate an applied understanding of the general law underpinning many standard construction terms and provisions which are encountered in the administration of consrtuction contracts.
3.
Identify, evaluate and assess key legal issues and differences between standard forms of construction contract
4.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the legal and statutory requirements for the resolution of disputes in construction contracts including conflict management and dispute resolution procedures within the construction process.
5.
Assess and analyse legal concepts/facts and formulate legal opinion/advice on varying area of construction law
Module Assessment Strategies
None
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
Law - QUSU07001
Indicative Syllabus
1. Construction Insurance
2. Bonds, Guarantees and Security
3. Tendering and Contract Documents
4. Obligations of Contractor and Employer
5. Contractual Terms In Construction Contracts
6. Liquidated Damages
7. Delay and Disruption
8. Construction Legislation - Building Regs, Planning, Construction Bill/Act
9. Contract Types & Standard Forms Of Contract
10. Litigation In Construction
11. Evidence and the Expert Witness
12. Dispute Resolution - Mediation, Concilliation, Adjudication and Arbitration
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
30 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
70 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Continuous Assessment Esaay, Probelms, Assignment, Presentation, Quiz, CA Exam | Continuous Assessment | UNKNOWN | 30 % | Any | 1,2,3,4,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam Written Paper | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 70 % | End of Year | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | 2 x 1 Hour Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Self Directed Learning | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
1. Keane & Hussey.(2007) Construction Projects: Law and Practise, Round Hall Looseleaf
2. Furmston, M. (2012) Building Contract Casebook, 5th Edition. Oxford, Blackwell.
3. Murdoch, J. (2007) Construction Contracts Law and Management. 4th ed. London, Routledge.
4. Adriaanse, J. (2010) Construction Contract Law.3rd Edition, Basingstoke, Palgrave MacMillan.
5. Baster, J., Minogue, A., O'Reilly, M., Ramsey, V. eds. (2011) Construction Law Handbook. 7th ed. London, Thomas Telford Journals.
6. Uff, J. (2009) Construction Law. 10th ed. London, Sweet and Maxwell.
7. Knowles, R (2012) 200 Contractual Problems and their Solutions, 3rd Ed, Wiley-Blackwell, Chichester, West Sussex
8. Wood, D.,Chynoweth. P.,Adshead,J., Mason, J. (2011) Law and the Built Environment, 1st Ed, Wiley-Blackwell, Chichester, West Sussex.
Other Resources
Legal articles, commentary and legal cases
Journals
Additional Information
None