The aim of this unit is to introduce engineering students to the basic knowledge, skills, & attitude required by contract administrators of construction projects, particularly the activities of documentation & communication.

At the completion of this unit, students should be able to:

demonstrate an ability to assess the quality of contact documentation prior to construction commencement
demonstrate a knowledge of typical job file systems & contract administration systems & their role in efficient administration
be able to clearly define & explain contract terminology & the various personnel involved in a construction project
demonstrate a knowledge of communication theories & as a contract administrator apply them in typical situations on site
be proficient in the conduct of site meetings, including required documentation

Teaching Methods:

Lectures (36 hours) and
Tutorials (12 hours)

Assessment:

1. Written test on “Documentation & Communication” (60-70%).
2. Written test on “Occupational Health & Safety (O.H. & S.)” (30-40%).

The assessment will be by written test during the last class of each part.

Generic Skills Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit the student should have the:

ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals
ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers but also with the community at large
in-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline
ability to understand problem identification, formulation and solution
ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
ability to function effectively as an individual in a project team, have the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member
understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer, and the need for sustainable development
understanding of the principles of sustainable design and development
understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and have a commitment to uphold these responsibilities
expectation of the need to undertake lifelong learning, and capacity to do so

Content:

Terminology & Personnel, Contract Documents & Contract Types, Contract Documents & Job File Systems, Contract Administration Strategies & Skills, Contract Documentation Control, File Records.

Reading Materials:

Available on the Blackboard website for this unit.

References:

Valentine, R, Effective Contract Administration, ECAT Publications, Melbourne Australia.
R.A.I.A Practice Notes & others to be advised.

Construction Site Operations

Unit Code: HES6795

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