BArch Bachelor of Architecture Professional Practice & Building Codes 2

Question 1

In the US, an architect must be licensed in a state to legally practice architecture. Which national exam tests candidates for initial licensure?

Accepted Answer

Architect Registration Examination (ARE)

Answer

The ARE (Architect Registration Examination), developed by NCARB, is the standardized multi-division exam that all US architecture licensure candidates must pass to qualify for state registration.

Question 2

What does 'professional liability insurance' (errors and omissions, or E&O) protect an architect against?

Accepted Answer

Claims arising from negligent acts, errors, or omissions in professional services

Answer

Professional liability (E&O) insurance covers an architect's legal liability for financial damages resulting from negligent performance of professional duties, including design errors, omissions, or inadequate specifications.

Question 3

In the AIA's project delivery methods, what distinguishes 'Design-Build' from traditional 'Design-Bid-Build'?

Accepted Answer

In design-build, a single entity holds contracts for both design and construction; in DBB, separate contracts exist

Answer

Design-Build contracts a single entity responsible for both design and construction services to the owner, while traditional Design-Bid-Build separates design (architect contract) from construction (separate contractor bid).

Question 4

What is the 'substantial completion' milestone in a construction contract?

Accepted Answer

The point when the work is sufficiently complete for the owner to occupy and use the project for its intended purpose

Answer

Substantial completion is the contractual milestone when the work is complete enough for the owner to use the facility for its intended purpose; it triggers the start of warranty periods and shifts many responsibilities from contractor to owner.

Question 5

In the US, the ADA Standards for Accessible Design require a minimum clear width of how much for accessible routes (paths of travel)?

Accepted Answer

36 inches minimum (44 inches at doorways)

Answer

ADA Standards require accessible routes to be at least 36 inches wide, with passing spaces or 60-inch width at reasonable intervals; door openings must provide 32 inches clear when the door is open 90°.

BArch Bachelor of Architecture Practice Test

BArch Bachelor of Architecture Practice Test

BArch Bachelor of Architecture Professional Practice & Building Codes 2