CIVL 101 - Introduction to Contracts

Course Description
This introductory contracts course provides a clear explanation and understanding of the legal concepts related to construction. We will explore concepts such as scope of the contract, the relationship between consultant and contractor, basic negotiation tactics, risk management & assessment, and we will look at the types of contracts you will encounter in the construction industry.

Construction contracts learning topics include:

Canadian legal systems and courts
Requirements of a binding contract
Competitive bidding law
Administering contracts
Misrepresentation
Privity of contract, assignment and subcontracts
The close-out process
Breach of contract
Torts, surety bonds, builder liens
Arbitration and other alternative methods of resolving contract disputes

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Distance Fee
599
International Distance Fee
599
Registration Statement
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