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Question 1

You are beginning a new project beginning with the Schematic Design Phase. What would be your start-up procedures?

Answer 1

Team briefing, Establish project files, Identify key people to work on the project, Identify key project information

Question 2

The Standard Form of Architect’s Services is known as AIA

Answer 2

The B201 is the Standard Form of Architect’s Services and is typically paired with the B102.

Question 3

An interior designer, hired by the Owner, has asked you to show all of their furnishings and fittings on your drawings. What should you do?

Answer 3

Explain to the interior designer that you can not do that because those drawings are not produced under your responsible control

Question 4

Reducing electrical consumption and reducing water use would be considered implementing

Answer 4

Energy efficiency, Water conservation

Question 5

The hotel project is located along the coast of Half Moon Bay with a stream going through the site. Which agencies are involved with the permitting processes?

Local planning department, California Coastal Commission, US Army Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Wildlife

Local planning department, California Coastal Commission, US Army Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, CEQA

CEQA, Fire department, California Coastal Commission, US Fish & Wildlife

Local planning department, CEQA, Architectural Review Board, California Department of Transportation

Answer 5

Local planning department, California Coastal Commission, US Army Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Wildlife

Feedback:Local planning department, California Coastal Commission, US Army Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Wildlife are all agencies that may be interested in the project. CEQA is the California Environmental Quality Act, it’s not an agency but an Act.

Question 6

The standard concerned with establishing minimum standards for materials and material assemblies and provide a reasonable level of exterior wildfire exposure protection for buildings in Wildland-Urban interface Fire Areas is the

Answer 6

Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area Building Standards (basically what it says in CBC 7a).. Chapter 49 of fire code

Question 7

Items on a project that may carry a Factory Mutual label are

Answer 7

Fire department connections, wall hydrants, skylights

Question 8

Based on preliminary site analysis and selection of a site, prepare a conceptual site development drawings which may include land utilization, structure placement, facility development, development phasing, access and circulation of vehicles and pedestrians, parking facilities and utility systems. Analyze surface and subsurface conditions, ecological requirements, deeds, zoning, and other legal restrictions, landscape concepts and features. According to the B203, Site Evaluation and Planning, this description would be

• Site Development Planning
• Site Analysis and Selection
• Program Analysis
• Environmental Studies

Answer 8

Site Development Planning

Question 9

Air quality concerns on a project would be

Answer 9

Emissions from vehicle exhaust, Idling limitations, Emissions from combustion equipment such as boilers and generators

Question 10

The Construction Documents Phase is taking longer than anticipated because the structural engineer has been behind schedule. To meet the agreed upon deadline with the Owner for completion of the Construction Documents Phase, you will need to have your staff work a substantial amount of overtime during the coming week and following weekend. This additional cost would be the responsibility of the

Answer 10

This additional cost would be the responsibility of the Architect. The Architect is responsible for keeping the project team on schedule including the consultants.

Question 11

Which agency is concerned with protecting people, property and watersheds from damage or destruction from flood and storm waters?

Answer 11

County Flood Control District

Question 12

You have received steel shop drawings from the steel subcontractor. What should you do?

Answer 12

Send them back to the steel subcontractor unchecked.

You would not call the steel subcontractor as you do not communicate directly with sub contractors of the General Contractor.

You would not send them to the General Contractor as you are not the messenger.

The proper chain of command is for the steel subcontractor to send them to the General Contractor for review, and then the General Contractor will send them to the Architect.

*This may be a little different in the real world, but for purposes of the Exam, this is the recommended answer.

Question 13

The project is under construction and you realize the Contractor has discovered missing information in the drawings and as a result, did not include the missing information in his bid. You show the Contractor where the missing information is included in the specification. How do you resolve this?

Request the Contractor include the missing information in his base bid as it was included in the specifications

Explain to the Contractor that the specifications take precedence over the drawings and he should have included the missing information in his base bid

Issue a change order for the missing information

Answer 13

Request the Contractor include the missing information in his base bid as it was included in the specifications.

Specifications do not take precedence over the drawings and vice versa. The drawings and specs are complimentary.

See AIA A201 General Conditions, Article 1.2 Correlation and Intent of the Contract Documents & Article 3.2.2 under Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions by Contractor.

Question 14

When a Construction Change Directive has not specified a cost, the Contractor may still request payment for Work completed under the Construction Change Directive in his Applications for Payment. Pending final determination of the total cost, an interim determination for purposes of monthly certification for payment for those costs will be made by:

Architect

Owner

Contractor

Initial Decision Maker

Answer 14

Architect. See AIA A201 General Conditions, Article 7.3.9 under Construction Change Directives.

Question 15

citizens’ advisory committee

a. is a group of community members appointed by local board or agency to provide input and feedback on project proposals
b. is a grassroots group of neighbors that would be concerned about new development in their neighborhood

Answer 15

A citizens’ advisory committee a group of community members appointed by local board or agency to provide input and feedback on project proposals

Question 16

28 . A fire is considered to be _______ when there is no further threat of it jumping a containment line

Complacent

Controlled

Constructed

Contained

Answer 16

A fire is considered to be controlled when there is no further threat of it jumping a containment line.

A fire is considered to be contained when it is surrounded on all sides by some kind of boundary but it is still burning and has the potential to jump a boundary line.

Question 17

The earthquake hazard potential for the U.S. has been determined through a national program and has been generalized into four seismic zones, 1-4. What would be the correct statement?

Zone 1 has the lowest earthquake danger, Zone 4 has the greatest earthquake danger

Zone 1 has the lowest earthquake danger, Zone 4 has the greatest earthquake danger, Most of the densely populated parts of California are in Zone 4

Answer 17

Zone 1 has the lowest earthquake danger, Zone 4 has the greatest earthquake danger, Most of the densely populated parts of California are in Zone 4

Question 18

Establish requirements and prepare initial designs for the on-site utilities which may include:

electrical service and distribution,

gas service and distribution,

water supply and distribution,

site drainage,

sanitary sewer collection and disposal,

process waste water treatment, storm water collection and disposal,

central-plant mechanical systems, fire systems, emergency systems,

security,

pollution control,

site illumination,

communication systems.

Analyze the availability of existing utility mains, transmission and distribution lines.

According to the B203, Site Evaluation and Planning, this description would be

Answer 18

Utility Studies

Question 19

1. State agency for schools?
2. State agency for Animal labs?
3. State agency for Correctional treatment centers
4. State agency for local detention centers
5. State agency for skilled nursing facilities

Answer 19

1. DSA
2. DPH, Department of Public Health
3. OSHPD,
4. CSA, Correction Standards Authority
5. OSHPD

Laboratories which are subject to federal regulation (USDA-APHIS or NIH-OLAW) are exempt from state approval, as are animal husbandry activities, private veterinary practice, and primary or secondary schools. Because the USDA now regulates all warm-blooded animals except birds and rats (genus Rattus) or mice (genus Mus) bred for use in research, only those laboratories which use exclusively Rattus, Mus, and/or birds, and do not receive federal funds for animal use activities must now apply for approval by the California Department of Public Health.

Question 20

Which mandatory element of the General Plan must be updated every 5 years

Housing Element

Land Use Element

Conservation Element

Safety Element

Answer 20

Housing Element

Question 21

The project is an essential services building. Of the following non-structural elements, which does NOT have to remain in operation after the effects of a natural disaster?

Smoke detectors

Communications systems

Main transformers

Switching Equipment

Answer 21

smoke detectors

Feedback:
Non-structural elements the must be designed remain in operation after the affects of a natural disaster are the following (not limited to);

1. Communication systems
2. Main transformers
3. Switching equipment
4. Emergency backup generators

Question 22

The State of California is under the jurisdiction of which division of the US Army Corps of Engineers?

Answer 22

South Pacific Division

Question 23

Open and Closed Specifications are considered type type of spec?

Answer 23

proprietary specs

Question 24

According to AIA B201, based on the Owner’s approval of the Design Development Documents, and on the Owner’s authorization of any adjustments in the Project requirements and the budget for the Cost of the Work, the Architect shall prepare _____________ for the Owner’s approval.

Answer 24

construction documents

Question 25

What are the areas of concern of the County Health Department Food, Housing, Pests, Water, Solid Waste Food, Housing Pests, Water Food, Housing, Solid Waste

Answer 25

Food, Housing, Pests, Water, Solid Waste

Question 26

The Environmental Health Department is considered which kind of agency?

Answer 26

County agency

Question 27

Which of these is a purpose of the California Coastal Act? To protect, maintain and enhance coastal quality, Protect and restore sensitive habitats, To maximize public access to recreational areas. To protect, maintain and enhance coastal quality, Protect and restore sensitive habitats, To maximize public access to recreational areas, To prevent mudslides along the coast

Answer 27

To protect, maintain and enhance coastal quality, Protect and restore sensitive habitats, To maximize public access to recreational areas.

Question 28

A client has asked you to design a 4,800 s.f. house in Malibu. They are mainly interested in a permit set of drawings and do not want you to provide any Construction Administration Services. What would be the best way to protect/reduce your liability?

Answer 28

Turn down the job because the liability exposure is too great. Feedback:Turn down the job because the liability exposure is too great is the correct answer. If you are not providing regular Construction Administration Services, your exposure to any claims greatly increases. Many E&O insurance companies require architects to provide Construction Administration Services

Question 29

The decision of the arbitrator is

Answer 29

final

Question 30

Certificate of Substantial Completion establishes which of the following?

Answer 30

Responsibilities transfer from the General Contractor to the Owner for security, maintenance, heat, utilities, damage to the work and insurance; warranty period begins for work

Question 31

The Contractor will submit AIA G706A, Contractor's Affidavit of Release of Liens With Final Application and Certificate for Payment to the Architect After Substantial Completion is established Whenever Contractor submits Application and Certificate for Payment to the Architect Prior to beginning work on the project

Answer 31

With Final Application and Certificate for Payment to the Architect

Question 32

Which one of these is not considered a special inspection? Masonry fireplaces Field-welds High-strength bolts Sprayed fire-resistant materials

Answer 32

Masonry fireplaces Feedback: Masonry fireplaces. Masonry construction shall be inspected and evaluated in accordance with the requirements of Sections 1704.5.1 through 1704.5.3, depending on the classification of the building or structure or nature of the occupancy, as defined by this code. Exception: Special inspections shall not be required for: 3. Masonry fireplaces, masonry heaters or masonry chimneys installed or constructed in accordance with Section 2111, 2112 or 2113, respectively.

Question 33

General Plan Safety Element protects against?

Answer 33

fire, floods, earthquakes, landslides, and other natural and man made hazards

Question 34

If the Contractor encounters human remains or recognizes burial markers, archaeological sites or wetlands not indicated in the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall immediately suspend any operations that would affect them and notify the Owner and Architect. Which party shall take action necessary to obtain governmental authorization required to resume the operations?

Answer 34

Owner

Question 35

Who administers the Architects Practice Act California Architects Board California Board of Architects California Architectural Board California Architecture Board

Answer 35

California Architects Board

Question 36

Put the following project team members in order from highest to lowest responsibility: Project Manager, Draftsman, Job Captain, Spec Writer Project Manager, Job Captain, Draftsman, Spec Writer Project Manager, Job Captain, Spec Writer, Interior Designer Job Captain, Project Manager, Draftsman, Spec Writer

Answer 36

Project Manager, Job Captain, Draftsman, Spec Writer is the correct order. Project Manager, Job Captain, Spec Writer, Interior Designer is not the correct answer because there is not a Draftsman (essential member of the project team) listed on the team. The Project Manager is the point person on each project, with the Job Captain as the person directly under the Project Manager. Together they manage and direct a staff of draftsman, designers, spec writers, interior designers, etc.

Question 37

``` Which of the following types of scheduling charts would not be used in a project? Milestone Chart Bar Chart Pie Chart Gantt Chart ```

Answer 37

A Pie Chart would not be used in the scheduling of a project. A Gantt Chart is a specific type of bar chart that illustrates project schedule including start and finish dates.

Question 38

18 . The project is a two story police station in a flood prone area and the site also has a high water table. How would these factors affect the design of a two story police station? May require deeper foundation, Will require the contractor to remove water during construction, May require a pile foundation and/or a mat slab foundation Will require the contractor to remove water during construction, May require a pile foundation and/or require a mat slab foundation May require a deeper foundation, Add substantial amount of time to the permitting process, Require emergency backup generator to be installed on the roof May require deeper foundation, May require a pile foundation and/or require a mat slab foundation

Answer 38

May require deeper foundation, May require a pile foundation and/or require a mat slab foundation Feedback: This question is asking about the design of the project. Add substantial amount of time to the permitting process is concerned with the plan check & approval process. Require the contractor to remove water during construction is concerned with the construction process.

Question 39

You have received a soils report from the Owner during the Site Evaluation and Planning phase. The report indicates a large amount of expansive soils present on site. What type of concern would this most likely be? Climatic concern Topographic concern Hydrological concern Geological concern

Answer 39

Geological concern Feedback: A poor soils report is a geological concern. The way water moves through the site is an hydrological concern. Grading, views, access to utilities, rock outcroppings are all topographic concerns. Temperature, Humidity, Wind, Rainfall, Snowfall are all climatic concerns.

Question 40

What is the term for when land gets too wet for upland vegetation and standing water is not too deep for vegetation? Wetland Shallow lake Small stream Bay

Answer 40

Feedback: | Wetland is the term for when land gets too wet for upland vegetation and standing water is not too deep for vegetation.

Question 41

What mapping programs are in place in California?

Answer 41

``` Natural Seismic Zones Map Earthquake Fault Zone Maps Seismic Zones Maps Tsunami Inundation and Evacuation Route Maps Dam Inundation Maps ```

Question 42

The boundaries of the 100 year flood plain are determined by

Answer 42

FEMA

Question 43

How can an architectural review board affect the design of a country club located on a golf course in Santa Barbara? Increase in design time of the project, Increase in costs attributed to additional design time, Increase in construction costs of the project, Require building design to use materials similar to existing neighborhood Increase in design time of the project, Increase in costs attributed to additional design time, Require building design to use materials similar to existing neighborhood

Answer 43

Increase in design time of the project, Increase in costs attributed to additional design time, Require building design to use materials similar to existing neighborhood Feedback: This question is asking about affecting the design of the project. Increase of construction costs are construction concerns associated with the project.

Question 44

The California Environmental Quality Act was signed into law in the year CEQA

Answer 44

The California Environment Quality Act was signed into law by, then Governor Ronald Reagan, in 1970.

Question 45

Name two codes that appear in the Architects Practice Act Corporations Code, Education Code Business & Professions Code, California Building Code Corporations Code, Code of Professional Conduct Business & Professions Code, Corporations Code

Answer 45

Business & Professions Code, Corporations Code Feedback: The Architects Practice Act is comprised of three codes; 1. Business & Professions Code 2. Corporations Code 3. California Code of Regulations

Question 46

Which company is an independent product safety certification organization? American Society for Testing & Materials American National Standards Institute Gypsum Association Underwriters Laboratories

Answer 46

Feedback: | Underwriters Laboratories is an independent product safety certification organization.

Question 47

Only element of general plan that state requires to be updated? How often?

Answer 47

Housing element 4,5, or 8...usually 5

Question 48

1. Natural Seismic Hazard Zone Maps vs 2. Seismic zone map vs 3. Earthquake Fault line Map 4. other types of maps in CA?

Answer 48

1. areas with specific seismic surface hazards other than shaking such as fault rupture, liquification, landslides 2. Area where earthquake historically tend to happen/focus 3. fault trace lines...and trying to prevent bld near ``` 4. Natural Seismic Zones Map Earthquake Fault Zone Maps Seismic Zones Maps Tsunami Inundation and Evacuation Route Maps Dam Inundation Maps ```

Question 49

Analyze a site or sites designated by the Owner. Analysis may consist of ownership, on-site observations, circulation systems and parking studies, topography analysis, and analysis of deed, zoning and other legal restrictions, studies of availability of construction materials, equipment and labor construction markets. Evaluate the site studies to assist the Owner in selecting the site for the Owner's project. According to the B203, Site Evaluation and Planning, this description would be Site Analysis and Selection Program Analysis Investigation and Site Analysis Existing Site Analysis

Answer 49

Site Analysis and Selection Feedback: Section 2.6.2 of the B203 is Site Analysis and Selection.

Question 50

Based on surveys, evaluations, studies, and inventories, assess the extent of buildable area and potential impact on development cost. According to the B203, Site Evaluation and Planning, this description would be Economic Analysis Land Use Analysis Cost of the Work Analysis Estimate of the Cost of the Work

Answer 50

Economic Analysis Feedback: Section 2.6.12 of the B203 is Economic Analysis

Question 51

What is the standard for gypsum wallboard? stucco light gage mtl framing Grab bars and accessories

Answer 51

ASTM C1396/C1396M is for Gypsum Drywall ASTM C1328 is for Stucco ASTM C645-11 is for Standard Specification for Nonstructural Steel Framing Members ASTM F446-85 is for Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Grab Bars and Accessories Installed in the Bathing Area

Question 52

Codes, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) are typically enforced by whom? Local Planning Department Home Owners Associations Local Building & Safety Department Neighborhood Watch Committees

Answer 52

Home Owners Associations

Question 53

The plan that utilizes maps and designated zones for allowable land uses, identifies open space, and indicates restrictions on building use is the Specific Plan General Plan Neighborhood Community Plan Master Plan

Answer 53

master plan

Question 54

A code or regulation that restricts overnight parking for recreational vehicles on any street in a particular neighborhood is known as Neighborhood Ordinance Codes, Covenants, & Restrictions Zoning Ordinance Building Ordinance

Answer 54

Zoning Ordinance

Question 55

South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Requires any equipment that emits pollutants into the atmosphere obtain permit from the district Requires any equipment that emits pollutants into the atmosphere obtain permit from the district, Put limits on VOC contents of building components such as paints, and sealants

Answer 55

Requires any equipment that emits pollutants into the atmosphere obtain permit from the district, Put limits on VOC contents of building components such as paints, and sealants

Question 56

In your project you have a through penetration of the firestop system, what are the acceptable testing standards? ANSI Z97.1 UL 1479 UL 1479 & ASTM E 814 ASTM E 814

Answer 56

Feedback: UL 1479 & ASTM E 814 is the correct answer. See CBC 713.4.1.1.2. ANSI Z97.1 is a testing standard for safety glass. Please note that we do not need to know the number of tests to answer this question. As long as we know that both UL and ASTM are involved in testing/standards for fire-rated systems we could answer correctly.

Question 57

Which statement is correct regarding Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)? HCD is responsible for review and adoption of the codes related to Hotels, apartments, and dwelling units HCD is responsible for review and adoption of the codes related to Hotels, apartments, dwellings, Permanent buildings within mobile home parks, Accessibility for multifamily dwellings. HCD is responsible for review and adoption of the codes related to Hotels, apartments, dwellings, Accessibility for multifamily dwellings. HCD is responsible for review and adoption of the codes related to apartments and dwelling units.

Answer 57

Feedback: HCD is responsible for review and adoption of the codes related to Hotels, apartments, dwellings, Permanent buildings within mobile home parks, Accessibility for multifamily dwellings is the correct answer. See page 22 of the Guide to Title 24

Question 58

According to AIA B102, any claim, dispute or other matter in question arising out of or related to the Owner/Architect Agreement shall be subject to _________ as a condition precedent to binding dispute resolution. Litigation Mediation Decision by Initial Decision Maker Arbitration

Answer 58

Feedback: | Mediation. See AIA B102, Article 4.2.1 under Mediation.

Question 59

Which of the following are responsibilities of the Architect during project completion? Determine dates of substantial completion and final completion, Receive documents such as warranties from the Contractor and turn them over to the Owner, Issue a certificate for final payment, File Certificate of Substantial Completion Determine dates of substantial completion and final completion, Receive documents such as warranties from the Contractor and turn them over to the Owner, Issue a certificate for final payment

Answer 59

Determine dates of substantial completion and final completion, Receive documents such as warranties from the Contractor and turn them over to the Owner, Issue a certificate for final payment

Question 60

By submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and similar submittals, the Contractor represents to the Owner and Architect that the Contractor has

Answer 60

Reviewed and approved them; Determined and verified materials, field measurements and field construction criteria; Checked and coordinated the information contained within such submittals with the requirements work and of the contract documents

Question 61

Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. The decision of the mediator is

Answer 61

Non-binding

Question 62

Which party or parties' signature will occur on all three of the following forms; Architect's Supplemental Instructions, Change Order, and Construction Change Directive? Architect & Owner Architect, Owner, and Contractor Architect Owner

Answer 62

Feedback: | Architect. The Architect's signature is the only one that will appear on all three documents.

Question 63

Which form will appear only the Architect's and Contractor's signature? Construction Change Directive Application and Certificate for Payment Change Order Architect's Supplemental Instructions

Answer 63

Feedback: Application and Certificate for Payment. The AIA G702 Application and Certificate for Payment, is the document where only the Architect's and Contractor's signature will appear. Architect's Supplemental Instructions - only the Architect's signature appears. Change Order - Architect's, Owner's, and Contractor's signature appear. Construction Change Directive - Architect's and Owner's signature appears. There is a box on AIA G714, the Construction Change Directive form, for the Contractor's signature, however only the Architect and Owner need to sign it to become immediately effective. See AIA G714.

Question 64

Two documents that indicate the role of the Architect to fairly and impartially try to resolve a dispute between the Contractor and Owner are Architects Practice Act, AIA A201 General Conditions AIA A201 General Conditions, California Civil Code AIA A201 General Conditions, AIA B102 Standard Form of Agreement between Owner and Architect Architects Practice Act, California Civil Code

Answer 64

Feedback: Architects Practice Act, AIA A201 General Conditions. See Architects Practice Act Article 9, Section 160, Paragraph C, Subparagraph 5 and AIA A201 General Conditions, Article 15.2 Initial Decision

Question 65

Items associated with sustainability would include Energy efficiency Energy efficiency, Water conservation Water conservation, Resource conservation Indoor air quality, Energy conservation, Water conservation, Resource conservation

Answer 65

Indoor air quality, Energy conservation, Water conservation, Resource conservation Feedback: Indoor air quality, Energy conservation, Water conservation, Resource conservation are all considered sustainability items.

Question 66

The project is a restaurant located on a shallow hillside site. How would accessibility affect the site selection of the project? Concern for foundation selection system Concern for vehicular access, access for construction vehicles Concern for site drainage Concern for location of curb cuts

Answer 66

Feedback: Concern for vehicular access and access for construction vehicles are accessibility concerns. Site drainage is a hydrological concern. Foundation selection is a geological and structural concern.

Question 67

Name two key elements of the Fire Hazard Severity Zone model. Probability of burning, Probable fire behavior Probability of burning, Weather patterns for the area Probability of burning, Length of burning Probable fire behavior, Weather patterns for the area

Answer 67

Feedback: Per the California Dept. of Forestry and Fire Protection and Office of the State Fire Marshal there are two key elements of the Fire Hazard Severity Zone model are; Probability of burning Probable fire behavior

Question 68

Where does one find the Earthquake Zone maps? Local Town Hall Historical Archives Local Planning Department and/or California Geological Survey Local Public Works Department and/or California Geological Survey National Foundation for Earthquake Safety Awareness

Answer 68

Feedback: | Earthquake Zone maps can be found at Local Planning Department and/or California Geological Survey

Question 69

Areas of required investigation for possible earthquake faulting, landslides, and liquefaction are know as Zone Models Maps Zones Topographical Maps

Answer 69

Zones

Question 70

The main concern as a result of abandoned gasoline tanks that were left underground would be contamination of the Planting on the site Soil Existing structures Groundwater

Answer 70

Groundwater Feedback: Contamination of the groundwater would be the primary concern of abandoned gasoline tanks.

Question 71

In which cases would you need to obtain a Coastal Development Permit? Placement of any solid material or structure, Change in land use or density/intensity, Change in water use, Addition of major vegetation Placement of any solid material or structure, Change in land use or density/intensity, Change in water use, Removal of major vegetation Placement of any solid material or structure, Change in land use or density/intensity Change in water use

Answer 71

Placement of any solid material or structure, Change in land use or density/intensity, Change in water use, Removal of major vegetation

Question 72

Special structural loading concerns for a ski resort in Big Bear would be Vertical loads Dead loads Concentrated loads Environmental loads

Answer 72

Environmental loads Feedback: This questions is asking about special structural loading concerns for a ski resort in Big Bear. Snow loads may require special structural loading calculations (Knowledge Statement #42). It is important to realize that snow is classified as an Environmental Load according to the California Building Code. See Chapter 16, Definitions, Live Load - Those loads produced by the use and occupancy of the building or other structure and do not include construction or environmental loads such as wind load, snow load, rain load, earthquake load, flood load, or dead load. As a result of the increased snow loading on the roof, closer spaced roof rafters or deeper roof rafters may be considered in the design.

Question 73

The California Health and Safety Code includes or codifies all of the following except California Environment Quality Act Hospital Facilities Seismic Safety Act Essential Services Building Seismic Safety Act California Clean Air Act

Answer 73

Feedback: The California Environmental Quality Act is not under the California Health and Safety Code. Under the California Health and Safety Code are; Hospital Facilities Seismic Safety Act Essential Services Buildings Seismic Safety Act California Clean Air Act California Code of Regulations - Title 24 Retail Food Code

Question 74

What national testing standard would be responsible for standards related to fire extinguishers? ASTM CAL-FIRE Underwriters Laboratories ANSI

Answer 74

Feedback: | Underwriters Laboratories is the national testing standard for fire extinguishers.

Question 75

Prepare a detailed site analysis, which may include land utilization, structure placement, facilities development, circulation systems, parking facilities and utility systems. Analyze surface and subsurface conditions, the soils report, vegetation, slope of land, ecological requirements, deeds, zoning and other legal restrictions, landscape features and materials. According to the B203, Site Evaluation and Planning, this description would be Detailed Site Analysis Detailed Planning and Zoning Analysis Detailed Parking and Zoning Analysis Detailed Site Utilization Studies

Answer 75

Detailed Site Utilization Studies Feedback: Section 2.6.7 of the B203 is Detailed Site Utilization Studies

Question 76

``` Determine the need for environmental monitoring, assessment and impact statements and prepare reports as required. If required, attend public meetings and hearings. According to the B203, Site Evaluation and Planning, this description would be Environmental Analysis Environmental Assessment and Analysis Environmental Monitoring Studies Environmental Studies ```

Answer 76

Environmental Studies Feedback: Section 2.6.9 of the B203 is Environmental Studies.

Question 77

Which agency is responsible for certification and adoption of CEQA guidelines as well as amendments? Office of Planning and Research Department of Building & Safety California Natural Resources Agency Environmental Protection Agency

Answer 77

Feedback: California Natural Resources Agency possesses the following responsibilities; 1. Makes findings that a class of projects given categorical exemptions will not have a significant effect on the environment; 2. Certifies state environmental regulatory programs which meet specified standards as being exempt from certain provisions of CEQA; 3. Receives and files notices of completion, determination, and exemption; and 4. Provides assistance in interpreting the provisions of CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines

Question 78

Which statements are correct per ADA guidelines regarding landings at ramps? 1) The landing shall be at least as wide as the ramp run leading to it, 2) if ramps change direction at landings, the minimum landing size shall be 60 in by 60 in 1) The landing shall be at least as wide as the ramp run leading to it, 2) The landing length shall be a minimum of 48 in (1525 mm) clear, 3) If ramps change direction at landings, the minimum landing size shall be 48 in by 48 in, 4) The landing shall be min. 36” wide 1) The landing length shall be a minimum of 48 in (1525 mm) clear, 2) the landing shall be min. 36” wide 1) The landing shall be at least as wide as the ramp run leading to it, 2) The landing length shall be a minimum of 60 in (1525 mm) clear, 3) If ramps change direction at landings, the minimum landing size shall be 60 in by 60 in, 4) The landing shall be min. 36” wide

Answer 78

1) The landing shall be at least as wide as the ramp run leading to it, 2) The landing length shall be a minimum of 60 in (1525 mm) clear, 3) If ramps change direction at landings, the minimum landing size shall be 60 in by 60 in, 4) The landing shall be min. 36” wide

Question 79

69 . Put the following in the correct order for the scope of basic services Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding & Negotiation, Contract Administration, Post-Contract Services Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding & Negotiation, Contract Administration

Answer 79

Feedback: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding & Negotiation, Contract Administration is the correct order for phases considered part of scope of basic services. Pre-Design and Post-Contract Services are considered additional services.

Question 80

How many major programs are in place under the State Water Resources Control Board?

Answer 80

There are 4 major programs of the Water Resources Control Board. 1. Water quality 2. Water rights 3. Enforcement 4. Financial assistance

Question 81

Which of the following forms will the Architect's and Owner's signature appear? Architect's Supplemental Instructions, Construction Change Order, Construction Change Directive

Answer 81

Change Order, Construction Change Directive. The Architect's and Owner's signature will appear on the Change Order form as well as the Construction Change Directive form. Only the Architect's signature appears on the Architect's Supplemental Instructions.

Question 82

Which of the following forms will the Architect's and Owner's signature appear? Architect's Supplemental Instructions, Construction Change Order, Construction Change Directive

Answer 82

Change Order, Construction Change Directive. The Architect's and Owner's signature will appear on the Change Order form as well as the Construction Change Directive form. Only the Architect's signature appears on the Architect's Supplemental Instructions.

Question 83

Who decides on the structural system for a project? Owner General Contractor Architect Structural Engineer

Answer 83

Owner. The Architect can meet with the Structural Engineer to discuss the different structural systems that could work and present them to the Owner along with anticipated costs, and even make a recommendation, but it is ultimately the Owner who makes the final decision.

Question 84

Name two criteria you would use in qualifying the General Contractor It is not the responsibility of the Architect to qualify the General Contractor Is the General Contractor licensed, References References, Experience in building type Does the General Contractor carry the proper types and amounts of insurance, Experience in building type

Answer 84

It is not the responsibility of the Architect to qualify the General Contractor is the correct answer. It is the Owner's responsibility to qualify the General Contractor. Some of the items the Owner could check would be; Is the contractor licensed Experience in that building type References Carries the correct types/amounts of insurance Check with Contractors State License Board for history/complaints

Question 85

One of the Architect's responsibilities during the construction administration phase is to review the results of special inspections. How does the Architect do this?

Answer 85

The special inspector provides a report to the Architect Feedback: The special inspector provides a report to the Architect. “Report requirement: Special inspectors shall keep records of inspections. The special inspector shall furnish inspection reports to the building official, and to the registered design professional in responsible charge. Reports shall indicate that work inspected was done in conformance to approved construction documents. Discrepancies shall be brought to the immediate attention of the contractor for correction. If the discrepancies are not corrected, the discrepancies shall be brought to the attention of the building official and to the registered design professional in responsible charge prior to the completion of that phase of the work.” - California Building Code Vol. 2 part 2, Chapter 1704.1.2

Question 86

An Architect’s Contract Administration responsibilities begin at ________and end at ________

Answer 86

Award of contract for construction, issuance of certificate for final payment to Owner

Question 87

The _________ shall purchase and maintain boiler and machinery insurance required by the contract documents.

Answer 87

owner

Question 88

There are generally considered to be three major coastal regions along the coast of California. The characteristics of the Southern California Coast would be

Answer 88

Mediterranean climate, Decrease in humidity

Question 89

Which of the following is NOT a concern of the impact of a project on the environment as defined by CEQA? Parking Building Height Damage to wildlife and plants Storm water runoff

Answer 89

Building Height Building height would generally not be a concern as defined by CEQA. Concerns of CEQA are; 1. Storm water runoff 2. Parking implications 3. Pollution from equipment 4. Damage to wildlife & plants 5. Increase in traffic 6. Noise – street, traffic, transportation, use 7. Soil erosion

Question 90

The Essential Services Buildings Seismic Safety Act exempts the following Two story, Type V construction less than 2000 s.f., Type II N construction, les than 2000 s.f. One story, Type V construction less than 2000 s.f., Type II N construction less than 2000 s.f.

Answer 90

One story, Type V construction less than 2000 s.f., Type II N construction less than 2000 s.f.

Question 91

Wind speeds are typically estimated utilizing

Answer 91

The Beaufort Scale

Question 92

Wind speeds are typically estimated utilizing

Answer 92

The Beaufort Scale

Question 93

Which region of the Environmental Protection Agency serves the State of California?

Answer 93

Region 9

Question 94

``` According to AIA B201, coordination of Owner's consultants is considered a(n) Reimbursable Expense Post-Contract Service Additional Service Part of Scope of Basic Services ```

Answer 94

Feedback: Additional Service. See AIA B201, Article 3 for a list of additional services. This refers to coordinating the work of the Owner's consultants that is unrelated to the Architect's services. This should not be confused with coordinating the Architect's services with those services provided by the Owner and Owner's consultants, See AIA B201, Article 2.1.2.

Question 95

82 . Which agency is most concerned about disturbance of the natural habitat, disturbance of water and food supply of flora and fauna, and presence of endangered species? California Department of Fish and Wildlife California Department of Fish and Game California Coastal Commission CEQA

Answer 95

Feedback: CAB appears to have finally changed the name of California Department of Fish and Game to California Department of Fish and Wildlife, so the word Wildlife should appear on the Exam. California Department of Fish and Wildlife is most concerned about disturbance of the natural habitat, disturbance of water and food supply of flora and fauna, and presence of endangered species. Don't confuse Department of Fish and Wildlife (State) with US Fish & Wildlife (Federal) CEQA is not an agency, rather an Act.

Question 96

According to AIA B201, which statement is true? The Architect is not responsible for coordinating with the Owner's consultants The Architect shall coordinate its services with those services provided by the Owner and the Owner's consultants The Owner is responsible for coordinating the work of its consultants with that work of the Architect's The Architect shall coordinate its services with those services provided by the Owner and the Owner's consultants only when agreed in writing and the Architect receives additional compensation

Answer 96

Feedback: The Architect shall coordinate its services with those services provided by the Owner and the Owner's consultants is the correct statement according to AIA B201, Article 2.1.2

Question 97

Who prepares the Statement of Special Inspection? Contractor Deputy Inspector Registered Design Professional in responsible charge Architect

Answer 97

Feedback: Registered Design Professional in responsible charge. See California Building Code (CBC) Section 1705.1.

Question 98

Which is NOT a prerequisite for the Owner moving in to part of the work before it is substantially complete? The local building department has issued a Certificate of occupancy The Contractor and Owner have accepted in writing the responsibilities assigned to each of them for security, maintenance, payments, retainage, heat, utilities and damage to work The Owner has paid all the money owed to the Contractor The Owner receives consent from the insurance company

Answer 98

Feedback: The Owner has paid all the money owed to the Contractor is not a prerequisite for the Owner prior to moving in. See AIA A201 General Conditions, Article 9 Payments and Completion.

Question 99

According to AIA A201, the Contractor is required to add the _____________ to its commercial liability policy to protect against claims caused by the Contractor's negligent acts or omissions during the Contractor's operations. Owner, Architect, Architect's Consultants Architect's Consultants Owner Owner, Architect

Answer 99

Feedback: According to AIA A201, the Contractor is required to add the Owner, Architect, Architect's Consultants to its commercial liability policy to protect against claims caused by the Contractor's negligent acts or omissions during the Contractor's operations. See AIA A201 General Conditions, Article 11.1.4 under Insurance and Bonds.

Question 100

If the Architect withholds certification for payment, the Owner may issue ________ to the Contractor and to any subcontractor or material or equipment suppliers to whom the Contractor failed to make payment for Work properly performed or material or equipment suitably delivered. Stop Notice Separate Checks Joint Checks Notice of Cessation

Answer 100

Joint Checks