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    ARE Study Guide Podcast

    A Podcast Series Dedicated to Studying for the ARE 5.0 Architectural Registration Exams. We Will Cover the Most Important Topics For: Programming and Analysis (PA),Project Planning and Development (PPD), Project Development and Documentation (PDD), Construction and Evaluation (CE), Practice Management (PcM), and Project Management (PjM). The Companion Study Guide Can Be Found at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com
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    Episodes (44)

    43: Project Manager Interview

    43: Project Manager Interview

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will interview a Project Manager with close to 20 years of experience working in architecture. We will explore the roles and responsibilities of a Project Manager, and take a close look at what it actually means to be the PM on a project. Enjoy!

    ARE Study Guide Podcast
    en-usMarch 03, 2023

    44: Mitigating Risk and Conflict Resolution

    44: Mitigating Risk and Conflict Resolution

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at ways to mitigate risk and how to resolve conflicts on a project. This episode is designed to help you prepare for the Practice Management (PjM) exam, but is also applicable to Practice Management (PcM) and Construction & Evaluation (CE).

    The companion study guide is available at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    41: Business Structures

    41: Business Structures

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will talk about the different types of business structures an architecture firm may register. The first part of this episode will also dive into study strategies for the Practice Management exam.

    The content for this episode is designed to help you prepare for the Practice Management Exam (PcM). The companion study guide can be found at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    40: Assessing Potential Projects

    40: Assessing Potential Projects

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at the considerations an architect should make when determining if a project is right for an architecture firm. It's important as architects that we make sure the work we do is reflective of who we are and what our goals for our firm are.

    This episode is designed to helped you prepare for the Practice Management (PcM) Exam. The companion study guide is available at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    39: Finance

    39: Finance

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at the financial components to managing a project and running an architecture firm at large. Finance is a HUGE topic, and fortunately for us we do not need to become experts on the entire subject matter to pass this component of the exam. We will look at the basic principles and discuss strategies for how to approach this topic when studying for the Practice Management Exam (PcM).

    The companion study guide for this topic, as well as all of the ARE divisions can be found at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    31: Design Intent VS. Means and Methods

    31: Design Intent VS. Means and Methods

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide podcast we will discuss the definitions of Design Intent (Architect's responsibility) and Means and Methods (Contractor's responsibility).

    The content in this episode will help you prepare for Construction and Evaluation (CE) and Project Management (PjM) of the Architectural Registration Exams (ARE's).

    The companion study guide is available at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    ARE Study Guide Podcast
    en-usDecember 07, 2022

    33: Project Closeout

    33: Project Closeout

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at the final project phase, the project closeout. We will look at the architect's responsibilities for Substantial and Final Completion, as well as the implications for these two important milestones. This is the final episode in the series in preparation for the Construction and Evaluation (CE) exam.

    The companion study guide for the Construction and Evaluation (CE) Exam, as well as all of the study guides for all of the ARE exam divisions can be found at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    37: Ethics

    37: Ethics

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at the AIA Code of Ethics. The full Code of Ethics can be found on the AIA Website here: https://content.aia.org/sites/default/files/2020-12/2020_Code_of_Ethics.pdf

    This episode is designed to help you prepare for the Practice Management Exam (PcM), but is valuable information for any aspiring architect.

    To access the full study guide fo the Practice Management Exam, or for any of the other ARE divisions, visit AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    36: License Requirements

    36: License Requirements

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will briefly discuss the rules for calling yourself an, "architect," as well the rules for using the coveted architect's stamp. This episode is designed to help you prepare for the licensing requirements covered in the Practice Management (PcM) Exam for the ARE's, but in general it's good information for anyone pursuing their Architecture License.

    The companion study guide for this episode, and for all of the ARE divisions can be found at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    34: Introduction to PcM + Many Helpful ARE Test Taking Tricks

    34: Introduction to PcM + Many Helpful ARE Test Taking Tricks

    This episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast is being published way ahead of schedule. After I recorded it, I realized that I cover a lot of really helpful studying and testing taking strategies, so I thought the sooner I can share this with you all the better.

    The content in this episode was intended to serve as an Introduction to the PcM test, however the advice in this episode is applicable to every ARE test. I highly recommend giving it a listen, regardless of where you are at in your test taking journey.

    The companion study guides for the ARE Study Guide Podcast can be found at:  www.AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    ARE Study Guide Podcast
    en-usDecember 06, 2022

    35: Staffing

    35: Staffing

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will talk about Staffing. This episode will include topics related to hiring and developing a staff for your architectural firm, as well as how to select the appropriate staff members from your team for specific projects.

    Topics covered include:

    • Recruitment
    • Roles and responsibilities of team members
    • At-will employment
    • Factors to consider when staffing a project


    The information in this episode is designed to help you prepare for the ARE 5.0 Practice Management exam (PcM).

    The companion study guide can be found at: www.AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    29: Architect's Roles and Responsibilities During Construction

    29: Architect's Roles and Responsibilities During Construction

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we are going to look at the Architect's roles and responsibilities, primarily as they relate to the Construction phase. This episode is designed to help you prepare for the Construction and Evaluation (CE) exam, but will also be helpful for preparing for the Practice Management (PcM) and Project Management (PjM) exam.
     
     The companion study guide can be found at: AREStudyGuidePodcast.com


    28: B101 Owner-Architect Agreement

    28: B101 Owner-Architect Agreement

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will dive into the AIA Contract Document B101: Owner-Architect Agreement.

    This episode is designed to help you prepare for the Construction and Evaluation Exam (CE) and PjM Practice Management for the ARE 5.0 Architectural Registration Exams.

    The full AIA document can be found here: B101 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect.

    The companion study guide is available at: www.AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    27: A201 General Conditions

    27: A201 General Conditions

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will dive into the AIA Contract Document A201: General Conditions of the Contract for Construction.

    This episode is designed to help you prepare for the Construction and Evaluation Exam (CE) and PjM Practice Management for the ARE 5.0 Architectural Registration Exams.

    The full AIA document can be found here: A201- 2017 General Conditions of the Contract for Construction

    The companion study guide is available at: www.AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    26: A101 Owner-Contractor Agreement

    26: A101 Owner-Contractor Agreement

    In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will cover the contents of the A101: Owner-Contractor Agreement.

    Topics Covered Include:

    • A101: Owner- Contract Agreement
    • Substantial Completion
    • Alternates
    • Allowances
    • Unit Price
    • Progress Payment
    • and more!


    The content in this episode is designed to help you prepare for the Architectural Registration Exams (ARE 5.0)  Construction and Evaluation (CE) Exam, as well as Project Management (PjM).

    The companion study guide is available at AREStudyGuidePodcast.com

    24: Introducing Construction and Evaluation

    24: Introducing Construction and Evaluation

    This episode marks the third section of the podcast series. Section 3 is dedicated to topics related to the ARE 5.0 Construction and Evaluation exam (CE). Topics covered in this section will also be useful for you as you prepare for your ARE 5.0 Project Management (PjM) exam.

    ARE Study Guide Podcast
    en-usAugust 24, 2021