Learning outcomes of the curricular unit

Gaining knowledge of the works contract, its legal regime and applicability in practice with analysis of jurisprudence. Critical appraisal of the regime, comparing the solution established in the Civil Code with the solution established with reference to the consumer works contract and the public works contract. Specifying the main issues that have come up in practice. Developing the students’ critical frame of mind with recourse to the practical application of the contract.

Syllabus

Works contract
I - Introduction
 1. Practical importance
 2. Public Law and Private Law Works
 3. The works’ civil or commercial nature
 4. Differences as regards analogous contracts

II. The concept of works
 1. Subjects
 2. Rights and duties of the developer
 4. Rights and duties of the contractor
 5. Undertaking and completing works
 6. Price

III. Subcontracting

IV. Completing and executing the contract; alterations to the work

V. Extinction of the contract

VI. Contractor’s liability