Construction Contract Documents CONS 5307

Course description:

The course is designed to familiarize students with contract documents used in construction industry. Emphasis is placed on the organization and uses of architectural/ engineering drawings and specifications in the construction process. This course will provide students with types of construction contracting delivery methods, types of construction contracts like; cost plus, fixed price and unit price contracts, the coverage of the documents generated for and during the construction process such as invitation to bid, general and particular conditions of contract, general and special  specifications, drawings, schedules and bonds....etc. The focus is on the  Project phases, in terms of preparations, bidding and awarding the contract. An in-depth study of the FIDIC contracts concentrating on the FIdIC .

Course Aims:

The aim of this course is to provide students with a thorough description of the construction Contract Documents used in the construction industry. This includes working drawings,bill of quantity, specifications,general condition, spaicial condition, bonds, and other documents designed to enable the student to read and interpret complete set of contract documents for residential and light commercial projects.

Course outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  • Identify different contract types.
  • Understand each of the contract documents.
  • Conduct the administration of the construction contract from contract award through completion.   Understand the structure and terms of the FIDIC contracts. 
  • Analyze claims and disputes.
  •  Understand the rights, duties and responsibilities of each party to a construction contract.