Discover the essential framework for success in the booming construction and infrastructure sectors with our course, Standardized International Contracts for Construction and Infrastructure Projects: FIDIC Models. As global projects grow increasingly complex, the demand for experts in standardised contracts is at an all-time high. By understanding FIDIC contracts and other standardizations, you will gain the skills to navigate the intricate world of international construction agreements. This online course provides comprehensive insights into contract structure, execution, pricing, and claims management, empowering you to effectively manage projects from inception to completion. Mastering these skills will make you a valuable asset, capable of handling complex contractual challenges with confidence and precision. Embrace the opportunity to elevate your career prospects and make a significant impact in the dynamic field of construction and infrastructure.
Standardized International Contracts for Construction and Infrastructure Projects: FIDIC Models
This course is tailored for professionals and graduates in the construction and infrastructure sectors who wish to enhance their understanding of FIDIC contracts. It covers key topics including standardisation, contract structure, execution, pricing, and claims management, equipping participants with insights to improve opportunity analysis and project management skills.
40 hours
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Course objectives
- To understand FIDIC contract structures and their applications in construction projects. - To analyse the standardisation process in international construction contracts. - To compare FIDIC with NEC and other standard contract forms. - To identify key roles and responsibilities in FIDIC contracts. - To evaluate subcontracting, design, and time management in FIDIC contracts. - To assess claims management and dispute resolution under FIDIC contracts. - To explore contract pricing strategies and their implications in project execution.
What does it prepare you for?
This course equips you to adeptly analyse opportunities and manage projects using standardised contracts. You'll gain insight into leading international standardisation bodies and their contract models, including FIDIC and NEC. By understanding the structure, general provisions, and roles within these contracts, you'll be prepared to handle subcontracting, valuations, and claims with confidence, ensuring successful project execution and management of risks and opportunities.
Teaching units
UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION AND MAIN STANDARDIZATIONS
Standardization
FIDIC
FIDIC Contracts
New Engineering Contract (NEC)
Other standardizers
UNIT 2. STRUCTURE AND CONTENTS, GENERAL PROVISIONS AND ACTORS
Structure and content
General provisions
Employer and engineer
Contractor I
Contractor II
UNIT 3. EXECUTION, SCOPE, VALUATION AND PRICE
Subcontracting, designs and means
Timescales, testing and acceptance
Defects and testing after completion
Measurement, Valuation and Variations
Contract price and payment I
UNIT 4. PRICING, COMPLETION, TERMINATION AND CLAIMS
Contract Price and Payment II
Completion, suspension, and care
Exceptional Events and Insurance
Claims management
Dispute management