California State University Northridge Department of Civil Engineering & Applied Mechanics CMT210/L: Construction Contract documents (2/1 units) Spring 2006 Time Location Class 1:00 p.m. 1:50 p.m. MW JD 1609 Lab 2:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. MW JD 1565 Instructor: Mohamed Hegab, Ph.D., P.E. Office: JD 3509 Tel: 677-7034 mhegab@csun.edu Course Web Page: Go to WebCT page (http://webteach.csun.edu) and log on using your email and password, then click on the course link. Office Hours: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. MW or by appointment Catalog Description: Basic skills and techniques required to produce construction documents conforming to current building codes and standards, including working drawing, specifications, bid documents, addenda and change orders. Course Corequisite: CMT 210L & BLAW 280 Outcomes The outcomes of this course are: utilizing modern instruments, methods and techniques to implement construction contracts, documents, and codes; evaluating materials and methods for construction projects; employing productivity software to solve technical problems; producing and utilizing design, construction, and operational documents; applying principles of construction law and ethics; performing standard analysis and design in at least one recognized technical specialty within construction engineering technology that is appropriate to the goals of the program. Text Hinze, J. (2001). Construction Contracts. 2nd edition, McGraw-Hill Science/ Engineering/ Math. References AIA (2001). The Architect s Handbook of Professional Practice. John Wiley & Sons Lab Lab will be mainly online instruction for Construction Safety from Turner University. The course will cover 30-HR OSHA training (24 online and 6 class hours). Students will take OSHA test. Students will receive OSHA certificate after passing the test.
Grade Distribution Quizzes = 20% Assignments = 20% Exams (2@20%) = 40% Final Exam = 20 % Grading Scale A 90% - 100% B 80% - 89% C 70% - 79% D 60% - 69% F Below 60% +/- grades will be considered General Policies - Attendance at all classes is expected. For known absences, students should make prior arrangements with the instructor to make up quizzes or tests. Exam Policies: Anticipated exam time frame is specified below. If any of these dates represent a conflict, please notify the instructor for possible changes of exam dates. Quizzes are usually unannounced. Make-up tests and quizzes will be allowed for only exceptional circumstances and proven medical emergencies. Intermediate exams are not comprehensive. However, the final exam is comprehensive with emphasis on the latest material covered. Assignment Policies: Consultation with other students for solving assignments is acceptable. But each student must report his/her work independently. All identical assignments may receive a score of zero on that assignment. Assignments are due by class time. one week from the date they are assigned Late assignments will receive point deduction at the rate of 10% per day. No assignment will be accepted after graded assignments are returned except for proven medical emergencies. Most exam problems will be similar to assignment problems. Therefore, solving assignments is a key in being successful in exams. Students with Disabilities Any students with disabilities or other special needs and who need special accommodations in this course, are invited to share these concerns or requests with the instructor as soon as possible. Academic Dishonesty All work in this course must be completed in a manner consistent with Section 41301, Title 5, California Code of Regulations, as published in the University Catalog.
AGENDA* Week TOPIC REMARKS 1 Construction Industry & Construction Ch 1 & Ch 2 Contracting Methods 2 The Nature of a Contract and Contract Disputes Ch 2 & Ch 11 3 Contract Formation, Construction Contract Ch 6, Ch 10 & Ch 5 Documents & Agent 4 Bidding Phase & Surety Bond Ch 9 & Ch 8 5 Exam1 6 Construction Contract Documents Ch 10 7 Matters of Time, Payment & Subcontracting Ch 14, Ch 15 & Ch 18 8 Changes, Different Site Conditions Ch 12 & Ch 13 9 Breach of Contract & Dispute Resolution 10 Exam 2 11 Specifications 12 Labor Agreements Ch 23 13 Professional Ethics Ch 21 + handouts 14 Insurance & Warranties Ch 16 & Ch 17 15 International contracts Ch 19 May 24th Final Exam 12:45 p.m. 2:45 p.m. * This agenda is subject to changes by the instructor.
Course Objectives: 1. Provide students with fundamental knowledge on construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities of parties. 2. A review of the regulatory environment, licensing and permitting requirements 3. An overview of lien law and contractor rights 4. Administrative procedures to avoid disputes and dispute resolution options 5. Ethical practices in contracts and contracting Grading: The grades will be based on Exams: 3 equally weighted exams 80% Papers: 2 equally weighted papers 10% Unannounced quizzes: 10% Grading: 90% = A; 80%=B; 70%=C; 60%=D; Less than 60%=F Classroom Policies a. Attendance: You are expected to attend class sessions and participate in class discussions. If missing class is unavoidable, you are responsible for learning the material covered, obtaining copies of any handouts, and all assignments given. Any assignments, due the day of the absence, shall be turned in prior to your absence. b. Homework: Papers turned in late will receive a maximum of 50%. Papers will not be accepted more than 5 calendar days after the due date. c. Make up quizzes: No makeup quizzes will be given. The lowest of either one paper or one quiz will not be counted. d. Make up exams: Make up exams will be allowed only in exceptional cases or emergencies with prior approval. Students with Disabilities: Any student with disabilities or other special needs, who need special accommodations in this course, is invited to share these concerns or interests with the instructor as soon as possible. Academic Dishonesty: All work in this course must be completed in a manner consistent with NDSU University Senate Policy, Section 335: Code of Academic Responsibility and Conduct. (http://www.ndsu.nodak.edu/policy/335.htm) Course Outline CME 315 Fall 2004 Date Day Topic Subject Reading Assignment 25-Aug Wed. Introduction Construction Industry Chapter 1 27-Aug Fri. Contracting Methods Methods Chapter 2 30-Aug Mon. Contracting Methods Methods Chapter 2 1-Sep Wed. Bidding Phase Bidding Documents Chapter 9 3-Sep Fri. Bidding Documents and Prequalification 6-Sep Mon. HOLIDAY 8-Sep Wed. Bidding Phase Cont d. Bidding Documents/Addenda/Alternates 10-Sep Fri. Contract Documents General & Supplemental Conditions Chapter 10 13-Sep Mon. General & Supplemental Conditions 15-Sep Wed. Standard ND-DOT Spec. General Provisions DOT General Provisions (section 100) 17-Sep Fri. Agreements Nature of Contracts Chapter 3 20-Sep Mon. Nature of Contracts 22-Sep Wed. Terms of Agreement Chapter 11 23-Sep Fri. AIA 101 Agreement AIA 101 (text appendix) 27-Sep Mon. General Conditions General Provisions AIA 201 Articles 1-3 (text appendix) 29-Sep Wed. Owner (including agency) Chapter 5 1-Oct Fri. Contractor (including warranty) Chapter 16 4-Oct Mon. Review 6-Oct Wed. EXAM EXAM 1 8-Oct Fri. Contract Administration Administration - Disputes Chapter 7 & FAR Disputes Clause
11-Oct Mon. Administration - Dispute Resolution Chapter 20 and AIA 201 Article 4 13-Oct Wed. Subcontract Subcontractors Chapter 18 and AIA 201 Article 5 15-Oct Fri. PAPER NUMBER 1 DUE AGC 650 (text appendix) 18-Oct Mon. Construction by Owner AIA 201 Article 6 20-Oct Wed. Changes Changes to the Work Ch. 12 & 13, AIA 201 Article 4.3.4 22-Oct Fri. Changed Conditions FAR Changes and Differing Site Conditions Clauses 25-Oct Mon. Contract Time Time Chapter 14 and FAR Default Clause 27-Oct Wed. Payment Payments and Completion Chapter 15 29-Oct Fri. Payments and Completion 1-Nov Mon. Safety Protection of Persons and Property Chapter 22 and FAR Accident Preventions Clauses 3-Nov Wed. EXAM 2 5-Nov Fri. Insurance Insurance and Bonds Chapter 8 8-Nov Mon. Insurance and Bonds Chapter 17 10-Nov Wed. Insurance and Bonds 12-Nov Fri. Public Contracts Davis Bacon Requirments Handout 15-Nov Mon. Quality Control and Inspection of Work, Uncovering and US Army Corps of Engineers Quality Assurance 17-Nov Wed. Contract Termination Correcting Work Termination and Suspension of Work Clauses 19-Nov Fri. Ethics Overview Chapter 21 22-Nov Mon. PAPER NUMBER 2 Contract Cases DUE 24-Nov Wed. Specifications CSI Provisions and Organization 26-Nov Fri. THANKSGIVING NO CLASS 29-Nov Mon. Specifications (continued) Technical Specifications purpose and types 1-Dec Wed. Drawings Organization and Status in Contract 3-Dec Fri. Liens Liens and other property issues Chapter 4 6-Dec Mon. ND and MN Lien Laws 8-Dec Wed. International Contracts Legal and Ethical Issues Chapter 19 10-Dec Fri. EXAM 3 Publication FAR Termination and Suspension of Work Clauses, AIA 201 Article 14 US Army Corps of Engineers example handout