CFM 385
Construction Contracts and Law
Civil and Construction Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Contractual literacy and the role of contracts in communication, risk assignment, legal compliance, and setting expectations between parties. Related themes of liability analysis, ethics, negotiation and conflict resolution are also explored. Key legislation and government organizations/agencies are reviewed related to construction, development, and associated businesses.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
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2
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Title
Contracts Fundamentals
Learning Outcome
Understand the principle components of contracts, and common contract types in construction and development.
Title
Liability and Risk
Learning Outcome
Conduct risk analysis of construction contracts, categorize project and business liabilities, and plan mitigation strategies.
Title
General Conditions
Learning Outcome
Understand typical general conditions for construction contracts (e.g. delays, liquidated damages, insurance requirements, bonding, etc.)
Title
Authorities Having Jurisdiction
Learning Outcome
Identify authorities having jurisdictional oversight over development and construction activities, their scopes, and how to interact with them.
Title
Key Legislation
Learning Outcome
Understand key labor, discrimination, safety, and environmental standards/legislation related to the construction industry.
Title
Project Delivery Methods
Learning Outcome
Analyze project conditions, map appropriate project delivery methods, and detail key scopes.
Title
Ethics
Learning Outcome
Understand common legal and ethical pitfalls/dilemmas, and demonstrate how to navigate them in construction, development, and general business activities.
Title
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
Learning Outcome
Apply negotiation strategies to typical construction and business scenarios.
