Professional Practice and Project Management Flashcards
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What is 'value engineering' (VE) in the design and construction process?
Answer: A systematic analysis to achieve required functions at the lowest cost without sacrificing quality
Value engineering reviews project systems and materials to identify opportunities to reduce cost while maintaining required performance, quality, and design intent.
Under the AIA A201 General Conditions, who has authority to interpret the contract documents during construction?
Answer: The architect, as the initial interpreter of contract requirements
The AIA A201 designates the architect as the initial interpreter of contract document requirements and the arbiter of disputes between owner and contractor during construction.
What is a 'change order' in construction contract administration?
Answer: A written agreement signed by owner, architect, and contractor that modifies the contract sum or time
A change order is a formal three-party agreement adjusting the contract scope, price, or schedule, and is the only mechanism for authorized changes once the construction contract is executed.
What is an architect's responsibility during a 'site visit' in the construction administration phase?
Answer: To observe construction for general conformance with the contract documents and report findings
During CA site visits, architects observe (not supervise) construction to determine if work is proceeding in general conformance with the contract documents and report findings to the owner.
What does 'ARE' stand for, and what is its purpose?
Answer: Architectural Registration Exam — the multi-division licensure examination required to become a licensed architect in the US
The ARE (Architect Registration Examination) is administered by NCARB and consists of six divisions testing the knowledge and skills required for independent architectural practice.
What is the purpose of 'NCARB's Architectural Experience Program' (AXP)?
Answer: To document and verify the practical experience required before candidates can sit for the ARE
The AXP (formerly IDP) is NCARB's program for recording and verifying the hours of practical experience in required competency areas that architecture graduates must complete before taking the ARE.