Channel Title: Black Spectacles Channel Description: Black Spectacles is the home of online learning for architecture and design. We've partnered with architects from the best design firms in the world to help you learn software- so you can stay up-to-date, work faster, and bring your ideas to life. We've also partnered with the AIA to bring you the world's first online curriculum to help architects pass the Architect Registration Exam ARE®. Founded in 2010 by Marc Teer, Black Spectacles' mission is to advance the creative potential of the architecture and design professions. Black Spectacles offers online courses for learning design software & to prepare to take the Architect Registration Exam. Black Spectacles' Blog publishes articles, webinars and interviews about the road to licensure and about how technology is enabling world class design. Interested in a subscription? We guarantee that you pass the ARE! Our guarantee is included with our Expert membership. View the full guarantee details here http://bksp.es/2bVbwt1 <video> Project Management Mock Exam Question #1 | ARE 5.0 PjM Mock Exam #architecture Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: The project manager is working on the staffing plan for a new 10,000 sqft library. There are four staff members that have upcoming staffing availability. Who would be the best fit for a job captain role on the project? A. Junior designer: 5 years experience, 20 hours availability B. Project manager: 10 years experience, 4 hours availability C. Interior designer: 8 years experience, 40 hours availability D. Architect: 10 years experience, 8 hours availability </video> <video> Project Planning & Design Mock Exam Question #1 | ARE 5.0 PPD Mock Exam #architecture #podcast Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: An architect is performing a code analysis as part of a feasibility study for their client. The client wishes to build a new restaurant to serve the local community. After studying the zoning ordinance, the architect determines the following: - The site is zoned R-4 - Residential use is permitted - The lot is 150’ x 100’ and requires 20’ setbacks on all sides Which of the following will be required in order to proceed with the project? A. Variance B. Conditional Use Permit C. Non-conforming use certification D. Incentive zoning </video> <video> Project Planning & Design Mock Exam Question #2 | ARE 5.0 PPD Mock Exam #architecture #podcast Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: An architect is designing a new mixed-use building which will contain 3 retail spaces on the ground floor and 40 housing units above. The building will be fully sprinklered. What is the minimum required separation between the two uses? A. 0 hours B. 1 hour C. 2 hours D. 3 hours </video> <video> ARE Live: Construction & Evaluation Mock Exam | ARE 5.0 CE Exam 2024 Description: Save 15% off any ARE 5.0 exam prep membership using code CELIVE15 at checkout, valid until January 14, 2025: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing. Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the CE exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Construction & Evaluation division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the CE exam and we'll cover topics related to assisting clients in selecting contractors, assisting owners in preparing owner-contractor agreements and knowledge of principles of value engineering. Timestamps: 10:26 - Question No. 1 17:25 - Question No. 2 21:16 - Question No. 3 26:18 - Question No. 4 31:51 - Question No. 5 See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast </video> <video> Programming & Analysis Mock Exam Question #2 | ARE 5.0 PA Mock Exam #architecture Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: The architect is designing a one story bicycle manufacturing facility with a total of 15,000 sq ft. The project also includes a small office and lobby of 500 sq ft and is not sprinklered. The nearest building is 10’ away to the south. Which of the following construction types are feasible from a code perspective? Select the three that apply. A. IIB B. IIIA C. IIIB D. IV-HT E. VA F. VB </video> <video> ARE Live: Programming & Analysis Mock Exam | ARE 5.0 PA Exam 2024 Description: Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep here: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing. Join Black Spectacles and architect Marissa Yee to learn the best study strategies for passing the PA exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Programming & Analysis division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PA exam and we'll cover topics related to evaluating site-specific environmental and socio-cultural opportunities, identifying relevant code requirements for building and site types, and synthesizing site reports with other documentation and analysis. Timestamps: 05:38 - Question No. 1 9:36 - Question No. 2 14:01 - Question No. 3 18:13 - Question No. 4 23:24 - Question No. 5 See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast </video> <video> Programming & Analysis Mock Exam Question #4 | ARE 5.0 PA Mock Exam #architecture Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: The client hires the architect to perform a feasibility study for a new ground up mixed use residential building in California. The geotechnical engineer is contracted directly under the client, but the structural engineer is hired by the architect. The client furnishes a summarized geotechnical report for the architect’s reference. The architect performs a preliminary review of the report before furnishing it to the structural engineer. Which of the following items do the architect and structural engineer not need to be aware of? A. Loose soil at the surface B. Seismic activity C. Sea level rise D. Plumbing line in the setback zone </video> <video> Construction & Evaluation Mock Exam Question #6 | ARE 5.0 CE Exam 2024 #architecture Description: 🔍 Scenario: Following the completion of a residential project, your office has been notified that the contractor has re-used the construction documents on two more residences in a different jurisdiction. You contact the contractor and demand payment for the construction documents and to ask them to refrain from using the plans again. The contractor states that the Owner gave the contractor the permission to use the plans again, and that they have every right to use them. Who owns the construction documents? Is the contractor correct? #architecture #ConstructionandEvaluation #ce #areexams #ncarb </video> <video> Programming & Analysis Mock Exam Question #3 | ARE 5.0 PA Mock Exam #architecture Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: The architect is renovating a strip mall into the inaugural site of a new entertainment district. As part of the site layout, the architect is investigating parking requirements for the entire complex. The following table describes the existing stalls, new stalls, and on-street stalls. If there are currently 2 accessible stalls at the complex, how many additional accessible spaces are required? A. 3 B. 2 C. 1 D. 0 </video> <video> Project Management Mock Exam Question #2 | ARE 5.0 PjM Mock Exam #architecture Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: Which of the following are steps that an architect might take when acting as an initial decision maker between the owner and contractor? Select the three that apply. A. Ask for more information B. Advise that they are unable to assist with the situation C. Provide initial decision D. Decide based on client feedback E. Obtain input from consultants F. Meet privately with the contractor </video> <video> Programming & Analysis Mock Exam Question #5 | ARE 5.0 PA Mock Exam #architecture Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: During a feasibility study the client conducted several years ago, Brown Architects developed a preliminary design for a community center in Arizona. The client has now tasked your firm with reviewing that preliminary design and suggesting sustainable solutions. Although the client is interested in promoting sustainability, they are concerned about first cost. Which of the following are appropriate suggestions? Select the two that apply. A. Include a PV system on the roof B. Reduce lighting to the minimum quantity for code compliance C. Include operable windows D. Revise the exterior white stucco to gray metal panel E. Change the VAV system to hydronic flooring F. Select carpet with high recycled content </video> <video> ARE Live: Project Management Mock Exam | ARE 5.0 PjM Exam 2024 Description: Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep here: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing. Join Black Spectacles and architect Marissa Yee for the 100th episode of ARE Live to learn the best study strategies for passing the PjM exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Management division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PjM exam and we'll cover topics related to assessing criteria required to allocate and manage project resources, interpreting key elements of the owner/contractor agreement and evaluating project documentation to ensure it supports the specified delivery method. Timestamps: 08:33 - Question No. 1 11:41 - Question No. 2 20:55 - Question No. 3 23:42 - Question No. 4 28:29 - Question No. 5 See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast </video> <video> Programming & Analysis Mock Exam Question #1 | ARE 5.0 PA Mock Exam #architecture Description: FULL VIDEO available on YouTube with the answer and explanation! 🔍 Scenario: The architect is designing a 3-story, 50,000 sq ft new build community health center in Salem, Oregon. The site is hilly with loose top soil and predominant wind from the east. After schematic design has commenced, the client provides an environmental report which shows contaminated material on site, directly under the building footprint. The client decides that it is best for the material be capped and buried underground in the same location where it was found. Provide an alternate location and orientation for the building. </video> <video> Spectacular Firm Career Showcase 2024 | Connect with Top Architecture Firms Description: Connect you with top architecture firms and receive expert career advice, industry and hiring insights to help you succeed at the Spectacular Firm Career Showcase, hosted live on November 4th. For more live events, sign up at Spectacular: https://spectacular.design/ Featured Firms & Timestamps: 5:31 - Goettsch Partners 12:34 - ParkFowler Plus 24:31 - NORR 35:46 - Moseley 47:09 - SLH 58:23 - Port of Seattle 1:09:38 - WSP 1:20:04 - BRR 1:27:18 - SOM (Chicago) 1:35:17 - Office Untitled 1:44:32 - FX Collaborative 1:54:18 - Mead & Hunt 2:05:45 - Palma 2:13:11 - Level Inc 2:22:38 - LJC 2:31:17 - LBBA 2:43:54 - Career Advise Q&A Watch now and take the next step in your journey to becoming a licensed architect! </video> <video> ARE Live: Project Planning & Design Mock Exam | ARE 5.0 PPD Exam 2024 Description: Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep here: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing. Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the PPD exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Planning & Design division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PPD exam and we'll cover topics related to knowledge of protocols and procedures for conducting a code analysis, knowledge of building codes and their impact on building design and knowledge of preparing code analysis documentation. Timestamps: 06:48 - Question No. 1 12:28 - Question No. 2 18:01 - Question No. 3 23:53 - Question No. 4 29:21 - Question No. 5 See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast </video>

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Black Spectacles is the home of online learning for architecture and design.

We've partnered with architects from the best design firms in the world to help you learn software- so you can stay up-to-date, work faster, and bring your ideas to life. We've also partnered with the AIA to bring you the world's first online curriculum to help architects pass the Architect Registration Exam ARE®.

Founded in 2010 by Marc Teer, Black Spectacles' mission is to advance the creative potential of the architecture and design professions. Black Spectacles offers online courses for learning design software & to prepare to take the Architect Registration Exam.

Black Spectacles' Blog publishes articles, webinars and interviews about the road to licensure and about how technology is enabling world class design.

Interested in a subscription? We guarantee that you pass the ARE! Our guarantee is included with our Expert membership. View the full guarantee details here http://bksp.es/2bVbwt1

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