Programming, Planning & Practice

85 Multiple-Choice Questions and 1 Graphic Vignette
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Division Statement

The application of project development knowledge and skills relating to architectural programming; environmental, social, and economic issues; codes and regulations; and project and practice management.

Content Areas

PROGRAMMING & ANALYSIS
Assess client needs and requirements to develop master plan and program. Document design objectives including site characteristics, spatial and functional relationships, and building systems considerations. Establish preliminary project scope, phasing, budget, and schedule.


ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & ECONOMIC ISSUES
Obtain and review site and building surveys. Assess physical, environmental, social, and economic issues and project impact. Develop project concepts utilizing sustainable principles, alternative energy systems, and new material technologies. Apply basic design principles and historic precedent.

CODES & REGULATIONS
Identify, analyze, and incorporate building codes, specialty codes, zoning, and other regulatory requirements. Manage regulatory approval process.

PROJECT & PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
Develop scope of services and project delivery method. Assess project budget and financing. Identify project team members including consultants. Document project meetings. Manage project schedule and design progress. Assist with construction procurement. Manage legal issues relating to practice including fees, insurance, and professional services contracts.

Vignette

SITE ZONING
Delineate areas suitable for the construction of buildings and other site improvements responding to regulatory restrictions and programmatic requirements. Define a site profile and maximum buildable envelope based on zoning regulations and environmental constraints.