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Contracts

Introduction and overview of the _AIA Docs_ describing the contractual arrangements between each of the various parties (architects, owners, contractors and consultants). B101 -arch & owner -architect’s responsibility (standard of care, representative, liability, etc.) -basic services (schedule, governing authorities, SD, … Continue reading

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Documentation

Brief overview of the various aspects and procedures of taking a set of construction documents from the contractural phase to the building phase. Path to a finished building: Contracts Documentation Bidding Construction Bid Set Components: Project Manual Bidding Requirements Front … Continue reading

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Design Exams Study Sessions Intro

The focus of the initial study group will be an overview of the Design Exams: Site Planning and Design, Construction Documents and Services and Programming Practice and Planning. In focusing on the material that relates to multiple exams simultaneously we … Continue reading

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Schematic Design Intro

Practice, practice, practice, practice, practice, practice and practice. This exam requires no studying just going through the program until it makes you sick. The best way to approach it is to establish a methodology to help guide you as you … Continue reading

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Associate Director Report 1/8/2013

2013 AIA Associate Outline: EVENTS: Design Charette Design Competition Manufacturer Tour IDP Session ARE Breakdown Habitat for Humanity Architecture for Humanity ARE Vignette Session Architecture Day Long Night of Arts Career Day Ping Pong Round Robin Designer Session Project Manager … Continue reading

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