Architectural Conduct and Continuing Professional Development Quiz
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Which of the following best describes professional practice in architecture compared to a business?

  • Professional practice is less regulated than a business
  • Professional practice has a higher standard of responsibility to the public (correct)
  • Professional practice is more focused on making profits
  • Professional practice is not required to follow any codes of conduct

    • What is the purpose of professional ethics in architecture?

  • To ensure architects make profits
  • To protect the environment
  • To govern professional actions and guide professionals' behavior (correct)
  • To promote competition among architects

    • What is the role of the Hippocratic oath in establishing professional ethics?

  • It only applies to medical practitioners
  • It is no longer relevant in modern professional practice
  • It is a mandatory requirement for all professionals
  • It influenced the development of current professional codes of ethics (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of architects outlined in codes of ethics and conduct?

    <p>Responsibilities to the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of taking a public oath or declaration for architects?

    <p>To serve as a promise to uphold the profession's standards of conduct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization has developed recommended guidelines for international standards of professionalism in architectural practice?

    <p>The International Union of Architects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Model Rules of Conduct developed by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)?

    <p>To establish ethical standards for architects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the Canadian Human Rights Act and provincial or territorial human rights codes?

    <p>They override the basic requirements of building codes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the oath taken by incoming members of the AIBC?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the declaration signed by incoming members of the NSAA?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for maintaining a license as an architect in Nova Scotia?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the aim of competence regulations governing architects?

    <p>To protect the public from incompetence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the test of competence for architects?

    <p>If another architect would have provided similar services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of rules about conflict of interest for architects?

    <p>To avoid actions that conflict with professional obligations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle of full disclosure for architects?

    <p>To accurately represent the full truth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an emerging trend in professional conduct for architects?

    <p>Corporate social responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three emerging ethical issues that may impact the practice of architecture?

    <p>Social clauses, environmental rights, and controversy over environmental protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of including 'social clauses' in procurement contracts?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the architect's role in the fight against climate change according to the text?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the governance of the architectural profession in Canada?

    <p>The provincial and territorial associations of architecture are responsible for creating and administering the bylaws and codes of ethics for architects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the ethical regulations or codes of ethics in the architectural profession?

    <p>To maintain the public trust in the integrity of the profession.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of competency regulations in the architectural profession?

    <p>Rules about the architect's supervision of staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an architect does not comply with a conduct requirement?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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