Course overview
The aim of this course is to provide students with knowledge and understanding of the Australian legal system and the key principles of construction law providing a foundation to manage construction projects. In this course the student will typically study the following topics: Introduction to the Australian Legal System; Sources of Australian Law; Contract Formation - Offer and Acceptance; Consideration and Estoppel; Tendering; Standard forms of Construction Contract, Contract Formation and Nature of Contract; Payment under construction contracts; Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Legislation; Defective Works; Termination of construction contracts; Insolvency.
Course learning outcomes
- To describe the Australian legal system and understand statutory controls and their influences on commercial practices.
- To differentiate key construction legislation to provide appropriate advice to all stakeholders.
- To demonstrate understanding of the key principles of contract law and law of tort when applied to construction projects.
- Critically appraise and advise on, from a legal standpoint, case scenarios relevant to statutory and contract law on construction projects.
Availability
Class details
Online
Class number 20134
Section 01OL
Size 50
Available 50
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