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20 July 2026  |  27 October 2026

Construction and Engineering Law

Applications accepted until
20 July 2026
Short Course Coordinator:
Maria Matsoso
Accreditation:
Certificate of Competence and Certificate of Attendance
Course dates
20 July 2026 - 27 October 2026
Applications close
20 July 2026
Overview
This course introduces students to the foundational principles of South African contract law as applied to the construction, engineering, and energy sectors. Focusing on major standard-form construction and consultancy contracts — including FIDIC, NEC, JBCC, EPC, EPCM, D&B, O&M, DBO, and PROCSA — the course equips students to understand procurement methodologies, assess contractual risk, and interpret key contractual provisions. Students develop the ability to compare contract suites, identify the roles and obligations of contracting parties, and apply sound contract administration practices to support lawful, efficient, and timely project delivery. A quality-assured certificate from the University of the Witwatersrand is issued on successful completion.
Duration
14 weeks
Format
1.5-hour virtual lectures weekly
Pricing
VAT Incl. = R20,100.00

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    The course content addresses the following topics:


    • Procurement methodologies: Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC)
    • Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM)
    • Joint Building Contracts Committee (JBCC): Design and Build (D&B); Operation and Maintenance (O&M) and Design, Build, and Operate (DBO) contracts under the 2014 and 2018 suite
    • New Engineering Contract (NEC) under the NEC3 and NEC4 
    • Fédération Internationale des Ingénieurs-Conseils (FIDIC) under the first edition 1999 and second edition 2017 
    • Professional Client / Consultant Services Agreements Committee (PROCSA)
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