Module Details

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Title PRACTICE MANAGEMENT & CONTRACT LAW
Code ARCH405
Coordinator Mr J Dunne
Architecture
J.Dunne@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2022-23 Level 6 FHEQ First Semester 15

Aims

This module aims to provide students with the basic skills and understanding needed to run a small architectural practice, together with the legal and regulatory framework within which a small practice operates, and key relationships with other professionals.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Students will have an understanding of the basic principles of architectural practice management and the regulatory, financial, organisational and procedural factors related to running a design practice.

(LO2) Students will have an understanding of the inter-relationships of individuals and organisations involved in the procurement and delivery of architectural projects, and how these are defined and effected through a variety of contractual and organisational structures.

(LO3) Students will have an understanding of contract law as relevant to the design and delivery of architectural projects.

(LO4) Students will have an understanding of the ethical and professional duties and responsibilities of architects, as defined and described in the Codes and Standards relating to their professional practice.

(LO5) Students will have an ability to identify and manage their individual learning needs so as to maintain professional standards.

(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving, including problem identification.


Syllabus

 

The module discusses the management of architectural practice. This includes coverage of the following topics: Setting up in practice. Taking a client brief. The Architects' memorandum of Agreement. Gauging a project fee. Management procedures to monitor fees to project completion. Design & Build. JCT contract. Collateral warranties. Basic legal terms. Extended contractual letters.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: To introduce the student to topic area and to frame their further study.
Attendance Recorded: Yes


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 20

          20
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 130
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): In Assessment Period    100       

Recommended Texts

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