COURSE INFORMATION Course Title: CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

Code	Course Type	Regular Semester	Theory	Practice	Lab	Credits	ECTS
CE 443	C	4	3	0	0	3	7.5

Language:	English
Compulsory/Elective:	Elective
Classroom and Meeting Time:
Course Description:	-
Course Objectives:	Contracts as part of the project delivery system, components of a construction contract, intended and unintended contract changes, payment process, alternative dispute resolution, mechanics lien, risk management through insurance

COURSE OUTLINE

Week	Topics
1	Introduction: What is a Contract?
2	Construction Contract Types
3	Breaking down the “Dirty Dozen” of Construction Contracts- Design Liability, Changes / Contingency
4	Breaking down the “Dirty Dozen” of Construction Contracts- Costs to be Reimbursed, Contract Documents
5	Breaking down the “Dirty Dozen” of Construction Contracts- Indemnification, Insurance / Bonds
6	Breaking down the “Dirty Dozen” of Construction Contracts- Damages, Delay / Negligence / Breach / Default
7	Midterm exam / case study presentation
8	Breaking down the “Dirty Dozen” of Construction Contracts- Site Conditions, Payment Terms
9	Breaking down the “Dirty Dozen” of Construction Contracts- Substantial Completion, Termination
10	Application
11	Application
12	Fundamentals of Risk Management
13	Risks allocation in construction contracts
14	Final Review

Prerequisite(s):
Textbook:	International Construction Contracts: A Handbook, William Godwin, January 2013, Wiley-Blackwell, ISBN: 978-0-470-65572-6 Interpreting Construction Contracts: Fundamental Principles for Contractors, Project Managers, and Contract Administrators, By H. Randolph Thomas, Ph.D., P.E.; and Ralph D. Ellis Jr., Ph.D., P.E., ASCE PressISBN (print): 978-0-7844-0921-3ISBN (PDF): 978-0-7844-7190-6
Other References:	Construction Contracts (3rd Edition), by Keith Collier, ISBN-13: 978-0137559275
Laboratory Work:
Computer Usage:
Others:	No

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

1	To learn the main elements of a construction contract
2	To learn the main Construction Contract Types and their risk sharing mechanism
3	To be able to understand and interpret the main conditions related to issues during project phases

COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES (Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution)

No	Program Competencies	Cont.
MSc in Civil Engineering, Profile: Construction Materials Engineering Program
1	an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
2	an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
3	an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams	4
4	an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
5	an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility	3
6	an ability to communicate effectively
7	the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
8	a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life long learning	2
9	a knowledge of contemporary issues
10	an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
11	skills in project management and recognition of international standards and methodologies	5

COURSE EVALUATION METHOD

Method	Quantity	Percentage
Case Study	2	50
	Total Percent:	100%

ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)

Activities	Quantity	Duration(Hours)	Total Workload(Hours)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours)	16	3	48
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	16	4	64
Mid-terms	1	30	30
Assignments			0
Final examination	1	45.5	45.5
Other			0
Total Work Load:			187.5
Total Work Load/25(h):			7.5
ECTS Credit of the Course:			7.5