Knowledge of the American Institute of Architects documents is an important part of preparing for the California Supplemental Exam. It's especially important to have thorough understanding of the services that we provide, including basic and additional services. Podcast Episode 038. I discuss AIA Document B203: Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Site Evaluation and Planning Click to [...]
Organization is an important skill to have as an architect. We are always organizing, from floor plans to office files. We also organize for our clients as well when putting together a programming document. Podcast Episode 035. Knowledge Statement #8: Ability to organize and evaluate relevant program information to prepare a Final Program Document I discuss [...]
About this Episode: At the beginning of the show I mentioned we’d discuss Knowledge Statement #45 but ran out of time after answering audience questions so I’ll do that Knowledge Statement next week. One last chance and small window to get into the BETA testing program of the OMCES, the Online Multiple Choice Exam [...]
About this Episode: Knowledge Statement #5: Knowledge of stakeholders (e.g. environmental groups, citizens’ advisory committes, neighborhood & community organizations) Chris from San Francisco sends an AWESOME link to AIA commentaries http://www.aia.org/contractdocs/aiab081438 Like us on Facebook - Click the right sidebar “like” button on www.cseprep.com or www.facebook.com/cseprep Upcoming Webinar August 10 & 17 Upcoming Seminars [...]
About this Episode: I ask the question “Are we getting lazy?” based on observations from recent emails Knowledge Statement #2: Knowledge of Natural and Human-caused Hazardous Conditions Links for websites mentioned in this episode; California Geological Survey California Seismic Safety Commission Homeowner's Guide to Earthquake Safety (Review Pages 36-38) CAL-FIRE FEMA California Division of [...]
About this Episode: Knowledge Statement #1: Conditions of the Natural Environment in California Online Multiple Choice Exam Simulator - BETA testing: How to become part of it and start practicing online. The details; Online Multiple Choice Exam Simulator will formally launch at the end of May/early June, but you can become a BETA tester [...]
About this Episode: Knowledge Statement #3: Health Issues related to Buildings Latest Update from CAB http://www.cab.ca.gov/ Find us on itunes Southern California Seminar a Success! Northern California - February 26, discount extended! http://californiasupplementalexam.com/seminars/ Check out my Approachable Architect Podcast episode All About Mold Like what you've heard? I would greatly appreciate you leaving a [...]
About this Episode: CAB update, click to visit CABs Website. Note: this link is now accessible from their website, mystery solved! Knowledge Statement #6: Comfort Control, Safety and Security, and Sustainability Like what you've heard? I would greatly appreciate you leaving a comment here and/or submitting a review to itunes. Right Click Here to [...]
