Architectural Professional Practice 2

• • 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
  • Financial management and estimating a fee
  • Legal systems and employment law
  • Business structures
  • Common law, tort and promises
  • Elements of construction contracts

• Study resources

  • Instructional methods

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

  • Online materials

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

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Core

• CUR-MAA-MAS-2020

Elective

• OUA-PSU-GCE-2020
• GRF-ART-DIP-2020
• UNE-PRO-GCE-2020

Special requirements

• OtherDetails -

  Access to hardware: webcam, speakers and microphone

This professional practice subject complements other professional practice studies to provide an overview of the skills, knowledge and processes required to establish and operate an architectural practice. The subject examines some of the key considerations in running an architectural business including writing a business plan, managing finances, assessing risk, negotiating contracts, marketing and assuring quality. This subject also provides an overview of building and construction law, and explores alternative career pathways related to the architectural profession.

Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.

Find out more about the Academic Integrity module.

• Portfolio (50%)
• Presentation (50%)

Current study term (31 May 20 to 30 Aug 20)

Next study term (29 Nov 20 to 28 Feb 21)