2024-25 Spring - CIVL4270 - Construction Law and Contract Administration

Course

Description

This comprehensive course in Construction Law and Practice offers students a robust understanding of legal principles and their application in the construction industry as divided into four key areas: 1. Construction Law and Practice: Covers fundamentals, focusing on contracts and NEC4 and one case study. 2. Law in Context: Explores construction claims, including time and cost considerations under Hong Kong Government and NEC4 standard forms of contract and X29 Climate Change Option. 3. Public Private Partnerships (PPPs): Examines PPP structures in construction projects, including a Beijing Metro case study. 4. Dispute Resolution: Introduces all Alternative Dispute Resolution techniques, emphasizing the new Adjudication and Security of Payment legislation in Hong Kong. The course aims to equip students with practical knowledge and skills essential for navigating the complex landscape of construction law, preparing them for real-world challenges and further qualifications in the field.
Course period1/02/2530/06/25
Course levelUG
Course formatLecture