MArch Master of Architecture Master of Architecture: Standard Professional Practice Of Architects 5

Question 1

Which project delivery method places the construction manager 'at risk,' meaning they guarantee a maximum price and bear cost overruns above that amount?

Accepted Answer

Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR)

Answer

In CMAR, the construction manager provides a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) and assumes financial risk for cost overruns beyond that figure.

Question 2

An architect is asked to provide a 'certificate of occupancy.' Who actually issues this document?

Accepted Answer

The local building department or authority having jurisdiction

Answer

A certificate of occupancy (CO) is issued by the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) after inspections confirm the building meets code requirements for occupancy.

Question 3

In a multi-prime contract arrangement, the owner contracts separately with multiple prime contractors. The architect's coordination role becomes:

Accepted Answer

More complex because the architect must coordinate between primes without a general contractor managing the site

Answer

With multiple prime contractors and no general contractor to manage interfaces, the architect's coordination and administration responsibilities substantially increase.

Question 4

Under US copyright law, who owns the copyright to architectural drawings created by an architect as an independent contractor for a client?

Accepted Answer

The architect, unless a written agreement transfers rights

Answer

Independent contractors retain copyright in their work unless a written agreement—such as a 'work for hire' contract—explicitly transfers ownership to the client.

Question 5

A licensed architect in State A wants to practice in State B without relocating. Which path most efficiently allows project-specific practice in State B?

Accepted Answer

A temporary permit or project authorization from State B's licensing board

Answer

Most state boards offer temporary permits or project-specific licenses allowing out-of-state architects to practice on a single project without full reciprocal licensure.

MArch Master of Architecture Practice Test

MArch Master of Architecture Practice Test

MArch Master of Architecture Master of Architecture: Standard Professional Practice Of Architects 5