Critically analyse case law and statute relating to repairing covenants in leases and schedules of dilapidations.

Learning Outcome 1: Observe and comment on different construction types and the inherent defects within such types.

Learning Outcome 2: Critically analyse case law and statute relating to repairing covenants in leases and schedules of dilapidations.

Learning Outcome 3: Appraise options for undertaking commercial surveys and determine appropriate action.

Learning Outcome 4: Interpret client`s instruction and produce a professional quality report.

Portfolio Task 1 - Individual presentation on surveys

Description: Research different types of surveys commonly undertaken on commercial buildings. Students will prepare a presentation where each student must identiy a specific survey and produce a series of slides. The presentation must outline the purpose of each of the surveys, where they fit into the lifecycle of a building and provide advice on when a client might find it appropriate to commission such a survey