Architect-Consultant Agreements and Requirements Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a reason why architects may need to seek the expert advice of consultants?

The scope of services required

The size of the project

The complexity of the project

The architect's qualifications (correct)

Which of the following determines the types and level of expertise required of the design team for a project?

The size and scale of the project

The client's preferences

The architect's qualifications

The building type or building classification (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a type of consultant frequently engaged by architects?

Traffic engineers

Structural engineers

Marketing specialists (correct)

Mechanical engineers

Which of the following consultants should be retained directly by the client for building projects?

Geotechnical engineers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a risk associated with ownership of a capital asset?

Architect's professional liability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of specialist consultant often required for building projects?

Real estate agents Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for architects to do when engaging consultants for a project?

Execute a written agreement Signup and view all the answers

Which document is recommended for an agreement with engineering consultants and other design professionals?

RAIC Document Nine Signup and view all the answers

What should the architect do for consultants with a limited role who may not carry professional liability insurance?

Prepare a separate agreement Signup and view all the answers

What is the architect responsible for in relation to the consultants they hire?

The work of the whole team Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies (ACEC|Canada)?

Promote and safeguard the business and professional interests of the Canadian consulting engineering industry Signup and view all the answers

What is the mission of the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies (ACEC|Canada)?

Promote and safeguard the business and professional interests of the Canadian consulting engineering industry in Canada and abroad Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Construction Specifications Canada (CSC)?

To develop construction specifications Signup and view all the answers

What type of association is Construction Specifications Canada (CSC)?

National multi-disciplinary non-profit association Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a consultant in the context of this chapter?

An individual or firm that provides design services to the architect Signup and view all the answers

What are the requirements for licensing as a consultant?

Depends on the professional field of activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a prime consultant?

To manage and coordinate subconsultants and other consultants Signup and view all the answers

Who does the design team refer to in the context of this chapter?

All the people and firms involved in the creation of the building and site design Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a subconsultant?

To provide design services to the architect Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of an architect in a building project?

To design and coordinate the building project Signup and view all the answers

Are architects usually the sole individuals responsible for design in building projects?

No, only in small residential and commercial projects Signup and view all the answers

Which organization does Construction Specifications Canada liaise with to develop and maintain the MasterFormat™ system?

Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Signup and view all the answers

What type of documents does Construction Specifications Canada publish to assist architects in developing specifications?

Reference documents Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter of the text discusses the expertise required for testing and inspections during the construction administration phase?

Chapter 6.6 Signup and view all the answers

Which organization provides the Canadian Standard Form of Contract Between Architect and Consultant?

Royal Architectural Institute of Canada Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the TEK-AID series of reference documents published by Construction Specifications Canada?

To assist architects in developing specifications Signup and view all the answers

Which organization does Construction Specifications Canada work with to develop and maintain the MasterFormat™ system?

Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Signup and view all the answers

Which publication is published by Construction Specifications Canada?

Construction Canada magazine Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter of the text provides information about standards organizations, certification and testing agencies, and trade associations?

Chapter 2.5 Signup and view all the answers

Which appendix of the text provides the address and website of Construction Specifications Canada?

Appendix B Signup and view all the answers