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?

    <p>Geotechnical engineers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Architect's professional liability</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Real estate agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Execute a written agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>RAIC Document Nine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Prepare a separate agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The work of the whole team</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

    <p>To develop construction specifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>National multi-disciplinary non-profit association</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What are the requirements for licensing as a consultant?

    <p>Depends on the professional field of activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a prime consultant?

    <p>To manage and coordinate subconsultants and other consultants</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What is the role of a subconsultant?

    <p>To provide design services to the architect</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To design and coordinate the building project</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>No, only in small residential and commercial projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Reference documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Chapter 6.6</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Royal Architectural Institute of Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To assist architects in developing specifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which publication is published by Construction Specifications Canada?

    <p>Construction Canada magazine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Chapter 2.5</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Appendix B</p> Signup and view all the answers

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