MH4014 Advanced Professional Practice Syllabus:
MH4014 Advanced Professional Practice Syllabus – Anna University PG Syllabus Regulation 2021
OBJECTIVES:
To give detailed understanding of architectural services.
To give in depth knowledge on consultancy contract /agreement processes.
To provide exposure to Arbitration in the realm of the architectural profession.
To give information on construction project management.
UNIT I ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
Types of practices/firms – Comprehensive Scope of services and deliverables- Methods of Engagement of Architects- Architectural Competitions methods and guidelines – Consultancy Fee structure for various typology and value of projects- Professional Ethics and Regulations – Case Studies.
UNIT II CONTRACTING PROCESSES
Necessity for a written contract/agreement – Architect’s Responsibility & Client’s Responsibility- Types of contracts (between Architect and Client)- Comprehensive Architectural Consultancy agreement– others- Contract/ agreement with structural, MEP and other consultants. Case studies.
UNIT III ARBITRATION AS AN ALTERNATIVE DISPUTES RESOLUTION (ADR) MECHANISM
Importance of Arbitration. Role of Arbitration and arbitration clause in any contract agreement. Contracts Act of 1872, Limitation Act 1963 and Arbitration and conciliation Act 1996 its terms & Provisions. Costs involved for Arbitration. Reasons leading to Arbitration.
UNIT IV ARBITRAL PROCEEDINGS
Initiation of Arbitration proceedings. Procedures and Communication. Composition and jurisdiction of Arbitral Tribunal. Appointment of Arbitration and umpire. Interim Measures by Court / Arbitral Tribunal. Conduct of Arbitral proceedings – Determination of Rules and procedure. Place and language of proceedings. Claim statements and counter claim. Hearings and written proceedings. Experts and Assistance from courts. Form and contents of Arbitral Awards. Setting aside the Arbitral awards. Appeals, insolvency and Limitation. Misconduct of Arbitrator. Case studies.
UNIT V PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Architect’s role in project implementation- Architect’s deliverables for Tender stage- Assistance in Tender process- Co-ordination with Project Management Consultant, Engineer-in-charge or Supervisor – Site meetings, site inspection, shop drawing review- Issues related to Management of Clients and other stake holders – Case Studies.
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
COURSE OUTCOME
CO1 Detailed understanding of architectural services
CO2 Familiarity with process of consultancy contracts/ agreements
CO3 Exposure to arbitration as alternative dispute resolution mechanism
CO4 Understanding of importance of Architect’s role in project implementation and managing issues related to all stake holders
REFERENCES:
1. Abdul Razzak Rumane, Quality Tools for Managing Construction Projects, Taylor & Francis Group; ISBN13-9781466552142.
2. Dr. Roshan H. Namavati Professional Practice, 2001 Edition.
3. K.G. Krishnamurthy, S.V. Ravindra: Professional Practice, Prentice Hall India Learning Private Limited (2014).
4. Prof. Madhav Deobhakta and Architect Meera Deobhakta; Architectural Practice India, 2nd Edition, 2008.
5. Prof. Madhav Deobhakta; Arbitration for Architects and Project Managers, 2011.
6. Manual of Architectural Practice 2022 (Published by Registrar Council of Architecture, India)