Time Schedule:
Karin Nyrop
ARCH 574
Seattle Campus
Legal issues arising from design and construction services, focusing on risk management and liability awareness. Topical areas include basic legal doctrines, the design professional/client relationship, contractor selection, the construction process, and professional practice problems. Emphasis on Washington state law. Offered: jointly with CM 500.
Class description
Legal issues arising from construction projects, focusing on risk management and liability awareness. Topical areas include basic legal doctrines, the design professional/client relationship, contractor selection, the construction process, construction contracts and professional practice problems. Washington state law is featured.
Student learning goals
Basic understanding of the American Judicial System
General understanding a areas of legal liability such as tort law, contract law and agency
Overview of land use laws and regulatory requirements applicable to contruction projects
Capable of analyzing design and construction contracts to assess risks, responsibilities and obligatiosn
General method of instruction
Lecture, guest speakers, class participation and discussion
Recommended preparation
Class assignments and grading
Students should read assigned text and cases and be prepared to discuss case law applicable to the concepts discussed during the class lecture
Grades will be based on the following: Weekly Quizes 20% Class participation 30% Final Exam (take home)50%
