Introduction to Contract Administration

• • Introduction to Australian Law
  • The nature of the construction industry and its regulatory framework
  • Contract formation, offer and acceptance
  • Consideration and estoppel
  • The contents of the contract
  • Vitiation of contracts
  • Discharge of contracts
  • Remedies for breach of contract
  • Negligence
  • Trespass and nuisance

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Gain fundamental knowledge of construction law and contract administration including legal regulations and legislation in the construction industry. 

This course provides you with essential knowledge of the Australian legal system and sources of law. 

As a construction professional, you’ll be required to keep up with legal documents relevant to the construction industry. As you progress through your course, you’ll be developing an invaluable professional resource to refer to when you are working in the field. 

UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree. 

Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.

This is a first-year course from UniSA Online’s Construction Management degrees.

Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

• Continuous Assessment (35%)
• Case Study (65%)

Current study term: 18 Sep 22 to 25 Nov 22