Architect Code of Ethics Quiz

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What is expected regarding the exchange of technical information between Architects and those who supply building materials?

It is optional but appreciated by manufacturers.

It is necessary, encouraged, and commended. (correct)

It is discouraged and not recommended.

It is prohibited by law.

What action should the Architect avoid with regards to engineering or technical services offered by manufacturers?

Taking advantage of all services offered.

Availing such services if they come with obligations against the client's interest. (correct)

Ignoring all technical services offered.

Providing such services to manufacturers for free.

What is the Architect not allowed to accept from agents or firms handling building materials or equipment?

Small market discounts credited to the Client.

Professional advice on materials selection.

Commissions, discounts, fees, gifts, or favors that may affect professional opinion. (correct)

Access to exclusive industry events.

Which of the following statements about rendering professional services without compensation is true?

It is generally prohibited unless for small civic or charity projects. Signup and view all the answers

What are the moral responsibilities of the Architect towards his profession, colleagues, and subordinates?

To ensure fair treatment and uphold ethical standards. Signup and view all the answers

What should an Architect do regarding commissions, discounts, fees, gifts, or favors from firms handling building materials?

Not accept them if they may influence the Architect's professional opinion. Signup and view all the answers

What should the Architect do if he has any business interest that may impact the Client's interest?

Inform the Client Signup and view all the answers

How should the Architect handle investments and business dealings outside of his profession?

Keep them completely separate Signup and view all the answers

What type of relationship should the Architect have with interested sources other than the Client?

Maintain a neutral stance Signup and view all the answers

In what way should disputes between the Architect and the Client be settled according to their agreement?

Through arbitration Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of the Architect in relation to the Contractor?

Maintaining professional responsibilities towards the Contractor Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Republic Act No. 545?

To regulate the practice of architecture in the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following policies or directives issued by the Professional Regulation Commission provided for the adoption of a syllabus for each subject in the architecture licensure examination?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Who was consulted by the Board of Architecture in formulating the syllabi for the various examination subjects in architecture?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the adopted syllabi mentioned in the text?

To serve as the basis for the examination questions in the licensure examination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organizations was not mentioned in the text as being consulted by the Board of Architecture in the final adoption of the syllabi?

The Professional Regulation Commission Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the content provided in the text?

The administration of the architecture licensure examination in the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of the Architect towards the Contractor?

Providing clear and consistent information in the contract documents Signup and view all the answers

When can the Architect reject or condemn materials, equipment, or workmanship?

Upon personal knowledge and inspection Signup and view all the answers

What action should the Architect take if he finds completed work according to the Contract Documents?

Issue Certificates of Payment and Completion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an obligation of the Architect according to the text?

Accepting gifts from Contractors Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited for the Architect in terms of financial dealings with Contractors or subcontractors?

Accepting gifts that might create moral obligations Signup and view all the answers

Why should the Architect provide clear and consistent information in contract documents?

To help the Contractor avoid unnecessary mistakes Signup and view all the answers

What power does the Board exercise in adopting the syllabi for the Architecture Licensure Examination?

Quasi-legislative (rule-making) power Signup and view all the answers

When will the Resolution adopting the syllabi become effective?

After 15 days following its publication Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to be disseminated the Resolution adopting the syllabi?

All recognized schools offering the course of architecture Signup and view all the answers

Who approved the Resolution adopting the syllabi?

The Commission Chairman Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Resolution adopted by the Board?

To adopt the syllabi for the Architecture Licensure Examination Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Architect's Responsibilities

An Architect shall not accept returns in any form from interested sources other than the Client.
An Architect shall be free from financial or personal interests that may weaken their standing as an honest adviser.
An Architect must inform their Client of any business interest that may relate to or affect the Client's interest.
An Architect's agreement with the Client should include a clause for arbitration to settle disputes.

The Architect's Responsibilities in Relation to the Contractor

The Architect shall give the Contractor reasonable aid to understand the Contract Documents.
The Architect shall not knowingly call upon the Contractor to correct oversights or errors in the Contract Documents to the Contractor's financial disadvantage.
The Architect shall reject or condemn materials, equipment, or workmanship that do not conform to the Contract Documents.
The Architect shall not accept free engineering services, gifts, commissions, or favors from the Contractor or subcontractor.
The Architect shall promptly inspect each phase of the work and issue Certificates of Payment and the Final Certificate of Completion to the Contractor.

The Architect's Responsibilities in Relation to Manufacturers, Dealers, and Agents

The Architect shall not use engineering or technical services offered by manufacturers or suppliers that may adversely affect the Client's interest or the Architect's professional opinion.
The Architect shall not receive commissions, discounts, fees, gifts, or favors from agents or firms handling building materials or equipment.
The Architect may accept market discounts, which shall be credited to the Client.

The Architect's Responsibilities in Relation to Colleagues and Subordinates

The Architect shall not render professional services without compensation, except for small civic or charity projects.
The Architect has moral responsibilities towards their profession, colleagues, and subordinates.

Board of Architecture Resolution

The Board of Architecture adopted a set of syllabi for the various examination subjects in architecture.
The syllabi shall be the basis for the examination questions that will be inputted into the test question bank.
The resolution was effective 15 days after its publication in the Official Gazette or any newspaper of general circulation.

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