Virtual Introduction to Construction Adjudication 2023

This online course provides you with an understanding of the general principles of construction adjudication and its relationship to other dispute resolution processes. It also introduces you to the legal framework of, and good practice and procedure in construction adjudication.

If you are new to the field of construction adjudication and wish to learn more about it and the benefits to users then this course is the ideal for you.

What is covered in the syllabus?

• Comparison of dispute resolution procedures.
• Fundamental principles of the construction adjudication process.
• Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996.
• Scheme for Construction Contracts (England and Wales) Regulations 1998.
• Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009.
• Scheme for Construction Contracts (Amendment) Regulations 2011.
• An adjudicator’s jurisdiction and powers.
• The Construction Adjudication process: natural justice, timetable, submissions and meetings.
• Decision types, requirements, and enforcement.

Learning Outcomes:

Once you have successfully completed this course and the accompanying assessment, you will achieve important outcomes including being able to:

• Understand the statutory background to construction adjudication.
• Describe the process and procedure of construction adjudication.
• Recognise construction adjudication in the context of other forms of dispute resolution.

Course Delivery: This course will take place over 2 half days to reduce screen fatigue.