Paper 1

Question 1

Name the primary function of the Council for the Built Environment.

Answer 1

To ensure uniform application of norms and guidelines set by the councils for the professions throughout the built environment

Question 2

1.2 What is the full name of the statutory body known by the abbreviation “CIDB” (or “cidb”)?

Answer 2

Construction Industry Development Board

Question 3

Provide the full name, number and year of origin of the Act that established the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).

Answer 3

The Architectural Profession Act 44 of 2000

Question 4

Which legislative body enacted the form of legislation identified in The Architectural Profession Act 44 of 2000?

Answer 4

Parliament

Question 5

Aside from providing for connected matters, provide two (2) functions of the The Architectural Profession Act 44 of 2000

Answer 5

To provide for the registration of professionals, candidates and specified categories in the Architectural Profession

To provide for the regulation of the relationship between the SACAP and the Council for the Built Environment (CBE)

Question 6

What is the name of the statutory body that was formed to ensure uniform application of norms and guidelines set by the councils for the professions throughout the built environment?

Answer 6

The Council for the Built Environment

Question 7

What is the name of the statutory body tasked to implement an integrated strategy for the reconstruction, growth and development of the construction industry?

Answer 7

Construction Industry Development Board

Question 8

Provide the full name, number and year of origin of the Act that established the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).

Answer 8

The Architectural Profession Act 44 of 2000

Question 9

The Act formed SACAP as a __________ person

Answer 9

Juristic

Question 10

Provide two measures utilised by SACAP to enact its functions.

Answer 10

Any of the following – 3 marks for each (total 6 marks):
 The protection of the public interest by identifying the type of architectural work each category of registered person is capable and competent to perform.
 Control of standards of education at tertiary institution for the purpose of professional registration by means of visiting boards.
 The administration of a Code of Professional Conduct.

Question 11

Who appoints the SACAP Registrar?

Answer 11

The Council

Question 12

Aside from adhering to SACAP registration requirements, provide three reasons for engaging in Continuing Professional Development as an architectural professional

Answer 12

 The increasing complexity of construction
 The need for improved performance
 Ongoing development of materials, techniques and systems
 Rapid developments in information technology
Continually changing legislative and practice frameworks
 Growing environmental imperatives

Question 13

Which two bodies are recognised by the SACAP Council for the purposes of offering appropriate learning for Category 1 Continuing Professional Development activities?

Answer 13

Voluntary Associations (1)
Accredited educational institutions (1)

Question 14

What is the overriding obligation of a registered person under the rules of the SACAP Code of Professional Conduct?

Answer 14

A registered person is expected act with due skill (2), competency (2) and integrity (2).

Question 15

In terms of the rules of the SACAP Code of Professional Conduct, what determines the type of architectural practice that may be formed?

Answer 15

The registration category (2) of the most senior person (2) actively practicing in the practice

Question 16

Identify six terms of the appointment as an architectural professional that must be clearly set out in writing in terms of the rules of the SACAP Code of Professional Conduct.

Answer 16

The scope of the project or the works
 The scope of the services to be provided
 The allocation and limitation of responsibilities
 The fee payable for the work or services, the method for calculation of the fees, and the work stage(s) at which fees will be payable
 The budget (if applicable) or other cost limit for the project, work or service and the method and implication of estimating costs
 Provisions for termination of the agreement
 Details of the professional indemnity insurance
 Provision for dispute resolution

Question 17

What are the differences between the terms ‘registered principals’ and ‘registered professional’ as found in the SACAP Code of Professional Conduct?

Answer 17

Registered principals: the shareholders in a practice who are registered in terms of the Act. (2 marks)
Registered professional: a person registered in one of the categories of professionals referred to in terms of the Act. (2 marks)

Question 18

Is it correct to state that an architectural practice must be registered with SACAP?

Answer 18

NO – SACAP must be informed of the details of the practice after its establishment

Question 19

provide an outline of the different obligations of architectural professional, principal consultant and principal agent on the project

Answer 19

Architectural professional:
 To furnish the building design
 To prepare local authority and construction documentation for a project
 To evaluate the work of the contractor during the construction work stage

Principal consultant:
 To administrate the services of the other consultants
 To coordinate and lead the professional team

Principal agent:
 To administer the construction contract
 To certify the stages of completion
 To evaluate claims during the construction work stage

Question 20

Identify six of the parameters on which the SACAP guideline fees and disbursements for architectural services are based

Answer 20

 Scope of services
 Scope of the project / works
 Project program
 Cost of the work
 Cost of the project
 Appointment of other consultants
 Appointment of contractor

Question 21

Why does one indicate that fees would be due for each work stage, and what would be the alternative?

Answer 21

This a requirement of the SACAP Code of Professional Conduct (2). Alternatively one will only receive payment of fees once all the services for the entire project have been carried out (completed the mandate). (3)

Question 22

In a project with a limited timeframe, what option may be considered in the provision of architectural services and what would be the impact of selecting such option?

Answer 22

The option of ‘fast tracking’ (2) which would entail additional resources to complete the project within the allocated time and an increase of 30% of the architectural professional’s fee. (3)

Question 23

Identify four advantages of entering into a standard form of Professional Service Agreement with a client.

Answer 23

 Allows the architectural professional to be confident of the business arrangement with the client.
 Addresses the obligations and responsibilities of the client and the architectural professional.
 Sets clear limits to responsibility and liability.
 Allows for effective dispute resolution.
 It is a consensus document drafted and agreed by the constituent bodies.