Upcoming course information
| Dates | 12 August, 19 August, 26 August, and 2 September |
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| Time | 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm |
| Cost | $400 ($300 UC Student) This course is also offered in a package with our other BCM courses for $1800 ($1300 UC Student) |
| Delivery | Face-to-face |
| Commitment | Three hours per week for four weeks |
| Enrolments close | 9 August 2024 |
About the course
In this unit students will develop a working knowledge of built environment contract administration principles and processes. The unit covers differing administration processes for commonly used contract models.
Using case study learning students practice practical management techniques covering real-life contract administration issues. Students are introduced to the management of documentation and scheduling of a build as a contract administrator, using manual and automated techniques.
Who should apply for this course
Construction practitioners, with a priority given to female applicants.
Learning outcomes
Distinguish appropriate contract administration processes for different construction contractual models
Course presenters
Learn from industry experts
Sadith Vithanage
Dr. Sadith Vithanage is an academic and researcher in construction management and expects to foster a new generation of construction management professionals. As an academic and a researcher, Sadith is committed to shaping the future of construction by educating students with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of construction management.
Course structure
Session 1
Introduction to Contract Administration in Construction and the Role of the Contract Administrator
- What is the difference between Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement to Country?
- How can I use Acknowledgement in the classroom?
- What is the role of story in engaging with Indigenous cultures?
Session 2
Different Types of Contracting Strategies and Introduction to Contract Formation
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This session will provide teachers with supportive ideas for working with Indigenous
students through the concept of perspectives. Storying will be explored as sitting at
the heart of identity and as a form of knowledge transmission. Teachers will be
encouraged to participate in storying practices and to take this knowledge back to their
school setting.
Session 3
Construction Project Scheduling, Managing Variations, and Extension of Time in Construction
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This session will provide teachers with supportive ideas for working with Indigenous
students through the concept of perspectives. Storying will be explored as sitting at
the heart of identity and as a form of knowledge transmission. Teachers will be
encouraged to participate in storying practices and to take this knowledge back to their
school setting.
Session 4
Payment and Managing Quality under Standard Forms of Contract
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This session will provide teachers with supportive ideas for working with Indigenous
students through the concept of perspectives. Storying will be explored as sitting at
the heart of identity and as a form of knowledge transmission. Teachers will be
encouraged to participate in storying practices and to take this knowledge back to their
school setting.
Ready to apply?
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