Architect's Professional Integrity Quiz

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What method is used when the scope of PACS required can be clearly and fully defined?

Hourly payment based on work hours

Yearly subscription fee

Fixed/Lump Sum payment (correct)

Monthly installment payments

How is the lump sum for PACS services computed?

By the complexity of the project

Based on the number of consulting hours

Using a fixed hourly rate

As a percentage of the estimated total project cost (correct)

What must agreements for Professional Arch’l Consulting Services (PACS) contain?

A clearly stated time limit and provision for additional compensation for extra time used (correct)

Provision for unlimited extra time without added compensation

An open-ended timeline for completion

No specifications on time or additional compensation

When is the Percentage of Total Project Cost Method utilized?

When consultancy costs vary in proportion to the total project cost Signup and view all the answers

Why should the Percentage of Total Project Cost Method only be applied under certain conditions?

To ensure there are approximate correlations between consultancy costs and project costs Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of an Architect when it comes to disclosing potential conflicts of interest?

Disclosing any business investment or venture that may lead to a conflict of interest Signup and view all the answers

How is the Architect's payment structured in Design-Build Services (DBS)?

Payment follows the progress of construction Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility does the Owner/Client have regarding permits and licenses?

The Owner/Client is responsible for the cost of all permits and licenses Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for paying the salaries of additional personnel like construction superintendent in Design-Build Services?

The Owner/Client pays their salaries Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of the Project Construction Cost (PCC) allocated for Design-Build Services by Administration?

7% Signup and view all the answers

What happens if fees are not paid within 30 days from receipt of billing?

Interest will be charged at the prevailing rate set by BSP Signup and view all the answers

When should a PCA affix their seal on architectural documents?

On all documents, outputs, and deliverables Signup and view all the answers

What responsibilities does a PCA take on if acting as the Architect-of-record (Aor)?

All attendant professional responsibilities and civil liabilities Signup and view all the answers

How are architectural outputs protected under R.A. No. 9266 and its 2004 IRR?

Protected under Secs. 20 (4) and 33 Signup and view all the answers

What determines the percentage added to interest for late payment of fees?

Agreement between PCA and Client Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition should a PCA protect their intellectual property rights for architectural outputs?

Only if the outputs are executed Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step in the dispute resolution process if negotiation fails within 14 calendar days?

Seek conciliatory discussions with a neutral third party Signup and view all the answers

Which organization handles disputes concerning professional or consulting services under ADR?

Construction Industry Arbitration Commission (CIAC) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time period guaranteed for resolving issues under the ADR process described in the text?

Six months Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for the losing party after the ADR process if no agreement is reached?

File a Petition for Review before the Court of Appeals Signup and view all the answers

Where does the exclusive venue of ADR proceedings take place?

Construction Industry Arbitration Commission (CIAC) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step after a negotiation period in case of any dispute concerning this Agreement?

Venture into conciliatory discussions with a neutral third party Signup and view all the answers

Who are the contracting parties in the Architect-Owner Agreement mentioned in the text?

The Owner and the Architect Signup and view all the answers

What is mainly intended by providing a sample Architect-Owner Agreement in the text?

To assist in understanding contract documents Signup and view all the answers

Where does the OWNER intend to build a vacation house as per the text?

Bataan Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the basic provisions mentioned in the Architect-Owner Agreement?

Estimates Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the ARCHITECT in the agreement?

Performing Architectural Services Signup and view all the answers

Which document does NOT form part of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS according to the text?

Architect-Owner Agreement Signup and view all the answers