CMGT 320 - Construction Law

Units: 3
Introduction to rules and regulations governing construction industry, including contractors licensing law, state lien laws, health and safety regulations, personnel relations and supervision, worker compensation, employment insurance, taxes, and dispute resolution.

Prerequisites: Construction Management major.
Equivalent Quarter Course: CMGT 3280.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Understand the rights, obligations and liabilities of parties engaged in construction;
Identify basic construction contracts, key provisions, and rules of interpretation;
Develop legal skills to analyze important legal decisions affecting the construction industry;
Examine best practices in construction management and contract administration to preserve contract rights and remedies, avoid disputes, and reduce risk.