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CE2CSL-Construction Statutory Law
Module Provider: School of Construction Management and Engineering, School of Built Environment
Number of credits: 10 [5 ECTS credits]
Level:5
Terms in which taught: Autumn term module
Pre-requisites: LW1A05 General Introduction to Law
Non-modular pre-requisites:
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Current from: 2019/0
Email: r.champion@reading.ac.uk
Type of module:
Summary module description:
Statutory law plays an important role in many aspects of construction. Knowledge of statutory law, and an understanding of its application, is vital for the success of construction projects and firms operating in the construction sector. Statutory law impacts on a wide range of areas relating to the construction industry, including health and safety, equality and diversity, building planning and control, procurement and the environment. This module builds upon LW1A05 General Introduction to Law module at Part 1 to help students develop an appreciation for the application of law within construction projects, construction firms and by construction professions.
Aims:
To develop knowledge of the statutory legal framework within which construction professionals practice and to enable students to demonstrate their knowledge of the interpretation of law as it relates to construction projects and construction firms. This includes placing professional practice into the context of the legal framework, exemplified through the English law.
Assessable learning outcomes:
At the end of this module it is expected that students will:
•ÌýÌý ÌýDescribe the statutory legal landscape with specific focus on the practice of construction.
•ÌýÌý ÌýExplain how statutory law impacts upon the practice of construction.
•ÌýÌý ÌýEvaluate key concepts in construction statutory law.
•ÌýÌý ÌýAppraise the impact of construction statutory law on case studies of construction practice to create clear and supportable conclusions.Ìý
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Additional outcomes:
This module will also encourage the development more generally of
•ÌýÌý Ìýanalytical skills
•ÌýÌý Ìýproblem-solving skills
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Outline content:
The module will include:
•ÌýÌý ÌýAn introduction to construction statutory law
•ÌýÌý ÌýOverview of statutes relevant to business operations
•ÌýÌý ÌýBuilding and control regulations
•ÌýÌý ÌýEquality and diversity
•ÌýÌý ÌýSustainability and the environment
•ÌýÌý ÌýPlanning
•ÌýÌý ÌýHealth and safety
•ÌýÌý ÌýProcurement law
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Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
Ìý | Autumn | Spring | Summer |
Lectures | 10 | ||
Seminars | 2 | ||
Guided independent study: | 88 | ||
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Total hours by term | 98 | 2 | 0 |
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Total hours for module | 100 |
Method | Percentage |
Written assignment including essay | 50 |
Set exercise | 50 |
Summative assessment- Examinations:
Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:
Formative assessment methods:
Three computer-based tests. The total from these tests will contribute 30% of the overall assessment. Two essays will be submitted on-line, and the marks from the best one will go forward, contributing 20% to the overall assessment.
Formative assessment methods:
Marking of the first of two essays submitted provides formative assessment
Penalties for late submission:
The Module Convener will apply the following penalties for work submitted late:
The University policy statement on penalties for late submission can be found at:
You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.
Assessment requirements for a pass:
A minimum mark of 40%
Reassessment arrangements:
There are three assessment groups: online tests, essay, and exam. Students are eligible to resit any group. For online tests, three tests to be taken; for essays, one essay is required.
Additional Costs (specified where applicable):
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Last updated: 8 April 2019
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