Project Management
Name two concepts important under Competence when discussing Professional Conduct.
1. Architect shall perform professional services only when qualified by education, training, and experience 2. Architect shall perform with reasonable care and competence, and shall apply their technical knowledge and skill
Name four items the Police Department may review on a project?
1. Communication system 2. Site lighting for safety at night 3. Security of entrances and exits 4. Emergency response plan/system in place
What are the three types of Plan Checks?
1. Counter Plan Check 2. Appointment Plan Check 3. Regular Plan Check
Name three items the Transportation Department will review on a project?
1. Design and construction requirements based on occupancy 2. Building height and floor area 3. Fire resistance of structural elements 4. Fire protection systems 5. Egress requirements 6. Light and ventilation requirements 7. Structural requirements for building components 8. Materials performance and specifications
Name five items the Fire Department will review a project for.
1. Fire suppression systems 2. Egress requirements 3. Fire lanes and emergency access 4. Location of fire hydrants and standpipe 5. Fire truck turnarounds
According to the AIA Code of Ethics, name 5 concepts to be familiar with under Obligations to the Profession.
1. Members shall file a complaint with the National Ethics Council if they become aware of a violation of another Member 2. Members shall not stamp drawings or specs that were not produced under their responsible control 3. Members shall not make false statements when speakin in professional capacity 4. Members shall not make false statements or claims about qualifications, experience, or performance 5. Members shall ensure those they have supervlslon over conform to their conduct to the AIA Code of Ethics
According to the AIA Code of Ethics, name 7 Obligations to be familiar with to the Client.
1. Members shall not knowingly violate the law 2. Members shall not make payment or gift to public official with intent of influencing the official's judgement 3. Members serving in ublic capacit shall.not accept payments or gifts wach are intended to influence the project 4. Members shall not engage in fraud or wanton disregard of others 5. Members shall not council or assist a client in conduct of illegal activity 6. Members making public statements on Architectural issues shall disclose when they are being compensated 7. If M.embers become aware of a decision taken by their employer or client which violates the law, they must advise the employer or client against the decision, refuse to consent to the decision, and report the decision to local public official
According to the AIA Code of Ethics, name 7 concepts to be familiar concepts to be familiar with under Obligations to the Public.
1. Members shall take in to account applicable laws and regulations 2. Members shall be qualified by education, training, and experience 3. Members shall not alter the scope of work without client's consent 4. Members shall not render professional services if judgment could be affected by responsibilities to another project or person 5. When acting as an interpreter of contract documents and judge of contract performance, Members shall render decisions impartially 6. Member shall not mislead pros eclve clients of results than can be achieved 7. Members shall not disclose information that would adversely affect their client
According to the AIA Code of Ethics, name 4 concepts to be familiar with under Obligations to Collegues
1. Memebers who agree shall assist those in Architectural internship and provide proper documentation 2. Memebers shall recognize and respect the profesional contributions of their employees, employers, collegues and business associates 3. Members leaving a firm shall not take designs and drawings without permission of employer or partner 4. A Member shall not unreasonable withhold permissions from a departing employee or partner to take copies of drawings or other related material that is not confidential
What are the 4 Obligations under the AIA Code of Ethics?
1. Obligation to the Public 2. Obligation to the Client 3. Obligation to the Profession 4. Obligation to Colleague
What are the 6 local agencies typically involved in a project?
1. Planning Department 2. Building & Safety Department 3. Transportation Department 4. Department of Public Works 5. Fire Department 6. Police Department
What are the two broad categories specifications?
1. Prescriptive 2. Performance
What are four type of insurance required by categories by the B101 - Standard Form Of Agreement between Owner and Architect?
1. Professional Liability 2. General Liability 3. Automobile Insurance 4. Workers Compensation
What are three benefits of a constructability review?
1. Reduced construction costs 2. Identify areas of potential risk 3. Contractor can provide valuable input into the construction schedule and cost
When determining the building footprint, what 4 considerations have be considered?
1. Setbacks 2. Floor to Area Ratio 3. Lot Coverage 4. Open Space Requirements
Name eight items the Building & Safety will review review a project for.
1. Traffic flow, increase in intensity 2. Location of curb cuts 3. Types of traffic signals and directional signage
Name eight items the Planning Department will review a project for.
1. Use 2. Setbacks 3. Floor to Area Ratio 4. Lot Coverage 5. Open Space Requirements 6. Building Height 7. Parking Requirements 8. Compliance with local ordinances
Name five ways the Architect can limit exposure to liability.
1. Utilize well written contracts 2. Develop a series of quality control measures 3. Document major decisions as well as observations, meetings, and changes 4. Be careful of rushed decisions, be sure to have time to research and consider 5. Carry sufficient insurance
Name six items the Department of Public Works will review a project for
1. Water supply to the site 2. Waste water from the site 3. Storm water runoff 4. Electrical service to and from the site 5. Street lighting 6. Improvements in the right-of-way
What is the Target Percentage for Module 5 on the NCARB Exam?
19-25% with an expected number of tems 18-23 Not an item that would appear on the Exam but important information to be familiar with prior to walking in to the testing center.
What does the term Quality Control refer to?
A set of best practices for managing the drawing production to ensure the drawings leave the architect's office with as little mistakes as possible
What is a closed specification?
A specific manufacturer is listed for a product and substitutions are not typically allowed Type of Proprietary Specification
Name one concept important under Full Disclosure when discussing Professional Conduct.
An Architect shall accurately represent their qualifications and the scope of their projects and services to a prospective or existing client
Name one concept important under Copyright Infringement . when discussing Professional Conduct.
An Architect shall not infringe upon copyrighted works of other Architects or design professionals
Name one concept important under Informed Consent when discussing Professional Conduct.
An Architect shall not materially alter the scope or objective of a project without first fully informing the client and obtaining consent of the client in writing
Who is responsible for making sure the project complies with local laws, codes, and regulations?
Architect
Name seven typical plan checks within the Building & Safety Department.
I. Building Plan Check 2. Electrical Plan Check 3. Elevator Plan Check 4. Fire Sprinkler Plan Check 5. Grading Plan Check 6. Mechanical/HVAC Plan Check 7. Plumbing Plan Check
Name one concept important under Conflict of Interest when discussing Professional Conduct.
If an Architect ha any business association or financial interest which could influence their judgment in performing their professional duties, the Architect must disclose in writing to their client
Name one concept important under Willful Misconduct when discussing Professional Conduct.
In designing a project, an Architect has knowledge of all applicable building laws, codes, and regulations
What is General Liability Insurance?
Insurance coverage that provides protection against damage from an Architect's office operations and nonprofessional activities at the job site
What is Professional Liability Insurance?
Insurance coverage that provides protection against damages brought by claims caused by Architect's negligent acts, including errors or omissions in the drawings, that may cause damage to the Owner, Contractor, or other party
If a project is located in an incorporated city, the plan check would be handled by the ______________________agencies
Local
What is an open specification?
Names several types of acceptable materials, products or systems (usually three) Oftentimes integrates the term "or approved equal" Type of Proprietary Specification
Is membership in the AIA a requirement for licensure?
No, it is voluntary (and expensive once you become as you join at three levels, local state and national)
Each State is responsible for licensing Architects. If an Architect is not licensed by their respective state or the state they are seeking work in, they cannot use what terms in advertising services?
Not use the term Architect, architecture, or architectural in advertising any services 1. Compliance to regulations It is important to understand an unlicensed individual cannot mislead the public in to thinking they are an Architect or providing architectural services
The Architect is required to do what a reasonably prudent Architect would do in the same community and in the same time frame, given the same or similar facts or circumstances is considered what?
Practicing within the Standard of Care according to the Architects Handbook of Professional Practice
What is the main topic for Module 5 as well as the four areas of focus?
Product Quality Control is the main topic 1. Compliance to regulations 2. Quality control in risk management 3. Quality control in documentation 4. Project design process Not an item that would appear on the Exam but important information to be familiar to understand the overall context of Module 3 and how it fits in ith the 5 Modules
What is a performance specification?
Requires products, materials, or systems that must meet certain requirements Similar to a reference specification but instead of naming a testing standard, it requires a desired result
What is a reference specification?
Requires that a product, material, or system meet an established and recognized standard, such as UL, ASTM, or ANSI
What does Total Quality Management refer to?
TQM incorporates quality control and quality assurance, but also includes a bit of long range thinking to consider how the end user will utilize the final project
AIA requires its members to adhere to a______________________________
Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
What does CSI stand for?
Construction Specification Institute
If a project is located in an unincorporated area, the plan check would be handled by the ______________________agencies?
County
What is a proprietary specification?
Defines the use of desired materials products, systems, and equipment by their exact manufacturer trade names, product codes, and model numbers
What is workers compensation insurance?
Employment insurance for employees in case of illness, injury or disability stemming from their employment. Only required when Architect has employees A requirement of the state the Architect is practicing in
What is a cash allowance specification?
Used when final selections or design decisions have not yet been determined or are not available Helpful in obtaining preliminary bids but eventually need to be submitted with more specific spec
What is Waiver of Subrogation?
It is a clause put into the General Conditions to minimize lawsuits and claims among parties. The result is the risk of loss is placed on the insurance companies.
Who has responsibility over the construction means and methods?
The Contractor The Architect does not have control over the construction means and methods