Professional Diploma in Construction Law

The following is a sample of the 10 week construction law courses structure:

Week 1 Overview of Construction law and introduction to the Irish legal system

• Court structures
• Precedent
• The construction process from initial conception of the project to demolition
• Key construction stakeholders

Week 2 Overview of the law of contract and tort

• Duty of care
• Liability for defective products
• Causation and remoteness
• Essential elements of a contract
• Agreement
• Conditions and warranties
• Vitiating factors to a contract
• Remedies

Week 3 The construction contract and the key stakeholders

• How construction contracts differ from other forms of contracts
• RIAI contracts
• FIDIC contracts
• PWC contracts
• Contractual amendments
• Key trends in construction contracts
• Construction administration

Week 4 Introduction to construction procurement

• Introduction to procurement contracts
• Tendering process
•  Features of a tender
• Traditional build only contract
• Design and build contract
• Construction management contract
• Management contracting
• Public procurement directives

Week 5 Risk allocation

• Roles and responsibilities
• Practical certificate of completion
• Construction administration
• Delay
• External factors

Week 6 Health and safety on the construction site

• Overview of health and safety regulations
• Risk allocation
• Recording of health and safety obligations
• Hazards and risks

Week 7 Construction insurance

• Interaction between construction, insurance and the law
• Responsibility and liability in construction
• Indemnities
• Insurance clauses
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Alternative methods of insuring

Week 8 Alternative dispute resolution

• Advantages of non-litigious forums of resolution
• Arbitration
• Arbitration Act, 2010
• Mediation
• Mediation Act, 2017
• Conciliation

Week 9 The Construction Contracts Act

• Payment disputes
• Delay disputes
• Suspension of works under the Construction Contract Act
• The role of alternative dispute resolution in the construction process
• Construction adjudication

Week 10 Construction litigation

• Difficulties associated with construction litigation
• Civil procedure introduction
• Parties to litigation
• Who to sue?
• Law of evidence
• Comparative analysis

If our 10-week Construction law courses online programme interests you, enrol now and start right away. However, if you prefer to have a live lecturer, this is also an option online too. Both options are available above.

Course content is subject to review after each intake and may be updated in line with industry standards.

A pass grade on the written assignment will be required for awarding of the Diploma in Construction Law courses. A fail grade will result in a Certificate of Attendance for the course but without the Diploma being awarded.

The Diploma in Construction Law is assessed by way of written examination (70%) and continuous assessment (30%).

These in-depth Construction Law Courses cover a broad range of practical and legal topics, including:

• Detailed Overview of Irish Construction Law: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework governing construction in Ireland. Learn about the regulations and standards that impact the construction industry.
• Core Regulatory Provisions: Analyse the essential regulations that govern construction sites, focusing on the perspectives of key stakeholders such as employers, contractors, sub-contractors, and architects.
• Stakeholder Perspectives: Understand the roles, responsibilities, and legal obligations of various parties involved in a construction project. Learn how to manage relationships and resolve conflicts between stakeholders.
• Tort and Contract Law: Explore the interaction between tort law and contract law in the construction process. Understand how these legal areas impact project execution and dispute resolution.
• Statutory Obligations: Dive into the statutory obligations relevant to construction law, including health and safety legislation. Learn how to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks on construction sites.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution: Be aware of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms specifically designed for construction disputes. Gain the ability to advise on their appropriateness and implementation.
• Case Law and Legislative Developments: Stay updated with the latest developments in relevant case law and legislation. Assess their implications on current and future construction projects.
• Contract Management: Evaluate how construction contracts are discharged, performed, or breached. Learn effective strategies for managing contracts to ensure successful project outcomes.

Enrol today in our Construction Law courses online and begin learning immediately, on demand or through live online lectures.

• Legal Foundations: Gain a thorough understanding of the legal principles behind construction contracts.
• Stakeholders: Identify and comprehend the various stakeholders involved in a construction contract.
• Tort and Contract Law: Appreciate how tort law and contract law interact and affect the construction process.
• Statutory Obligations: Understand the legal requirements in construction law, including health and safety legislation.
• Dispute Resolution: Be aware of alternative dispute resolution methods for construction disputes and know how to advise on their suitability.
• Case Law and Legislation: Assess the impact of recent developments in relevant case law and legislation.
• Contract Management: Evaluate how construction contracts are discharged, performed, or breached.
• Enrol through the links above and gain your diploma in just 10 weeks with our Construction Law Courses.

A City College Dublin’s Professional Diploma Course is a focused, practical programme designed and delivered by an industry practitioner, that consolidates, upskills or reskills learners in a professional area. They are stand-alone qualifications that indicate that you have been trained in a particular area or specific subject matter.

City College Dublin Diplomas are suitable for career minded learners wishing to advance their professional skills and prospects. They are widely accepted by employers and many students are sponsored to study here by their organisation.

In addition to our scheduled Professional Diploma courses, City College Dublin can provide bespoke training over 3 – 4 days, please contact [email protected] for further details.