Architectural Professional Practice 2

• Topics

  • Introduction to the law and the management of an architectural practice
  • Establishing a practice and assessing the costs
  • Managing a business and managing a workplace
  • Marketing architectural services and client / architect relations
  • SWOT analyses and quality management
  • Financial management and estimating a fee
  • Legal systems and employment law
  • Business structures
  • Common law, tort and promises
  • Elements of construction contracts
  • Dispute resolution in construction contracts
  • Property, agency, business and statutory law

• Study resources

  • Instructional Methods

    • Audio/Video conferencing
    • Disscusion forum/Discussion Board
    • Online assignment submission
    • Standard Media
    • Web links

  • Online Materials

    • Resources and Links
    • Printable format materials
    • Online Assessment
    • Audio-Video streaming

No eligibility requirements

Special requirements

• OtherDetails -

  Access to hardware: webcam, speakers and microphone

The law, contracts and agreements as they relate to the practice of architecture, conditions of engagement, professional fees, management of commissions and an understanding of the principles of successful management in architectural offices and organisations including financial management, risks, marketing, workplace relations and quality assurance. This subject also incorporates a fieldwork component.

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• Assignment 1 - Presentation (40%)
• Assignment 2 - Reflection (30%)
• Assignment 3 - Portfolio (30%)

Textbooks are subject to change within the academic year. Students are advised to purchase their books no earlier than one to two months before the start of a subject.