Construction Contracts and ProcurementLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course the student will know different contract types of use of them in construction. The student will be able to choose a suitable contract type for a typicaly building project. The student will be familiar with different contract documents and legislation related to contracting. The student will be familiar with the contents of the general conditions of contract and client/consultant agreement. The student will be familiar with the principles of procurement and creating subcontracts. The student will be able to create contracts for typical projects.

Content

Phases and stakeholders in a construction project
General conditions of contract and client/consultant agreement
Contract types and documents
Procurement and subcontracts

Qualifications

Basics of Construction Economics

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is familiar with the contract types, stakeholders and agreements in a typical construction project.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to apply different contract types and agreements for a typical construction project.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to apply very well different contract types and agreements for a typical construction project.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is familiar with the contract types, stakeholders and agreements in a typical construction project.