ProfPrac Quiz: Construction Documents and Services

The newest addition to the series of Architecture Board Exam Reviewers. Here's a Quiz on knowledge of Construction Documents and Services which is under Professional Practice Module. Most of the questions are situational and wide knowledge on construction practices would be of help. There will be 30 questions picked at random from a database of more than a hundred questions. Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!! Password: orbisccd Note: If you are using an iPhone, iPad, or any Android device, the flash quiz will only play if you have both an swf flash player and an adobe flash player plugin...

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Plumbing Terminologies

Here is a compilation of Plumbing Terms for your review: ALLEY - Alley is any public space, public park moroughiare less than three (3) meters but not less than two (2) meters in width which has been dedicated or deeded to the public for public use. ALTER OR ALTERATION - Alter or alteration is any change, addition or modification in construction or occupancy. (Change or repair). APPROVED - Approved means accepted or acceptable under an applicable specificationstated or cited in this Code, or accepted as suitable for the proposed use under procedures and powers at the authority. AUTHORITY - Authority in this Code is mean to be the individual...

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January 2015 Architect's Board Exam Results

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 867 out of 1,428 passed the Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) given by the Board of Architecture headed by it’s Chairman, Arch. Rolando L. Cordero and board member, Arch. Fidel Jose R. Siapno. The examination was held in Manila, Cebu and Legazpi this January 23 & 25, 2015. PRC named University of Santo Tomas (UST) as the top performing school in the January 2015 Architect Licensure Examination as per Commission Resolution No. 2010-547 series of 2010. UST got 83.42 percent passing rate or 161 out of 193 passed the exam. Topnotchers: jan2015 lea topnotchers The performance...

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The Philippines Qualifications Framework

During the State of the Nation Address of the President in 2011, he directed DOLE, CHED, TESDA, and DepEd to work together to address the issue of job-skills mismatch. One of the responses to the Presidential directive is the development of the Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF). What is a Qualification? It is a package of competencies describing a particular function or job role existing in an economic sector. It covers the work activities required to undertake a particular job role. What is PQF? It is  a national policy describing the levels of educational qualifications and sets the standards for qualification outcomes. A quality...

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Cyril M. Harris Dictionary of Architecture and Construction - Utilities Quiz

The newest addition to the series of Architecture Board Exam Reviewers. Here's a Quiz based on Cyril M. Harris' Dictionary of Architecture and Construction 4th edition. This quiz will focus on Utilities terminologies from HVAC systems, mechanical, plumbing, sanitary system, electrical, acoustics, lighting to fire protection and other electronics and auxiliary systems There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 500 questions. This is the most comprehensive review test ever compiled on Building Utilities. Past board exams used the book as reference for the test questions. Each time you take the quiz, there will be different...

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Establishing an architectural office: Corporations

In many cities, a corporation may be formed by architects. Simply explained, the corporation is a theoretical employer organization and all members (stockholders) are employees with financial responsibility limited by the amount of their investment. When a partnership becomes so large or unwieldy that efficient operation becomes difficult, the partners may decide that a corporation type office with its benefits, would be very interesting. A corporation is formed by obtaining approval of articles of incorporation from the Securities and Exchange Commission, a charter from the city establishing a board of directors, and electing a slate of...

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How to become an ASEAN ARCHITECT (AA)

Who can apply? An Architect who possesses the qualifications and professional experience requirements specified in Part B of this Assessment Statement may apply to be registered in the ASEAN Architect Register (AAR) and accorded the title of ASEAN Architect (AA).  Where to apply? Applications can be sent to the Asean Architect Monitoring Committee of the PRC-PRBOA. (Under the ASEAN MRA on Architectural Services, the Professional Regulatory Authority (PRA) of each participating ASEAN Member State or in the case of the Philippines, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) shall authorize a Monitoring Committee (MC) to receive...

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Zoning as a Tool for Plan Implementation

Zoning is an exercise of the police power: the inherent power of a sovereign government to legislate for the health, welfare, and safety of the community (Cullingworth) Zoning is the division of a community into zones or districts (e.g. commercial, residential, industrial, etc.) according to present and potential uses of land to maximize, regulate and direct their use and development in accordance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan of the community (HLURB). These definitions point to zoning as a regulatory tool to control the use of the land for the interest of the public. Components of Zoning Zoning Map which shows graphically the designation, location and boundaries of the different “zones” or districts into which the community is divided. Zoning Ordinance or text that...

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DPWH D.O. 37-2009: ENFORCEMENT OF THE ACCESSIBILITY LAW (BP 344) ALONG NATIONAL ROADS

DPWH D.O. 37-2009: ENFORCEMENT OF THE ACCESSIBILITY LAW (BP 344) ALONG NATIONAL ROADS In order to ensure the proper and uniform implementation of accessibility features for use of persons with disabilities along national roads pursuant to Batas Pambansa Blg. 344, otherwise known as the Accessibility Law, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (as amended), all implementing offices of the Department shall adopt the attached standard drawings containing the following minimum requirements for accessibility: a. Figure 1 b. Figure 2 c. Figure 3 d. Figure 4 e. Figure 5 Dropped Curbs Curb Cut-outs Walkways, Handrails and Open Spaces Signages Crossings All...

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IRR of BP 344

IRR of BP 344 “AN ACT TO ENHANCE THE MOBILITY OF DISABLED PERSONSBY REQUIRING CERTAIN BUILDINGS, INSTITUTIONS, ESTABLISHMENTS AND PUBLIC UTILITIES TO INSTALL FACILITIES AND OTHER DEVICES.” Joint Promulgated By: The Department of Public Works and Highways Port Area, Manila The Department of Transportations and Communications Pasig, Metro Manila in coordination with: The National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons (Accessibility Sector on the Magna Carta for Disabled Person) Diliman, Quezon City RULE I – SCOPE AND APPLICATION 1. Purpose: The Rules and regulations set forth herein provide for minimum requirements and standards to make buildings, facilities and utilities for public use accessible to disabled persons, pursuant to the objectives of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344, An Act to...

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