CE Exam #1

What is one of the responsibilities of the Architect in the construction process?

Providing medical assistance to workers on-site
Conducting financial audits for the project
Handling all legal matters related to the project
Evaluating progress and quality of the work (correct)

What document does the Architect issue to confirm substantial completion of the project?

Certificate of Final Completion
Certificate of Payment
Certificate of Warranty
Certificate of Substantial Completion (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Architect during the construction phase?

Conducting financial feasibility studies (correct)
Reviewing and replying to submittals
Organizing prebid conferences
Preparing procurement information

What is a task that the Architect might perform during the selection process for contractors?

Conducting interviews with prospective contractors (B) Signup and view all the answers

When does the Architect's Contract Administration (CA) services begin?

Upon notice of award (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the duties of the Architect regarding submittals from the Contractor?

Reviewing and replying to submittals (A) Signup and view all the answers

What authority does the Architect have regarding testing and inspections of the work?

Authority to require additional testing/inspections of Work already in place if Architect believes it does not meet requires of Contract Documents. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Architect do when observing nonconforming work on-site?

'Determine/reject' it as appropriate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Notice to Proceed in a construction project?

Signifies the start of construction and includes requirements for completion (B) Signup and view all the answers

When can separate forces be used in a construction project?

With mutual respect and responsibility between Owner and Contractor (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a Preconstruction Meeting mainly establish?

Communication protocols and essential administrative procedures (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key responsibility of the Contractor during Preconstruction Meeting?

Provide essential information upfront (superintendent details, schedule, insurance, permits) (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario does Owner rejection of a Subcontractor require Owner to pay the difference in cost?

When Owner rejects for reasons other than failing to meet requirements (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can increased site visits affect insurability in a construction project?

Increase risks and affect insurability (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is true when Architect is contracted to act as Onsite Project Representation?

Does not impact standard of care during construction supervision (A) Signup and view all the answers

"All communications to Subcontractors go through Contractor". This statement implies which flow of communication:

Owner --> Architect --> Contractor --> Subcontractor (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the specification Division 01?

To eliminate redundancies and supplement the owner/contractor agreement (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of section 01 35 00 Special Procedure?

To outline procedures for exceptional or unusual workmanship (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about specifications is true?

They are written per project to be project-specific (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of overspecifying in construction documents?

It may increase construction costs unnecessarily (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Invitation to Bid document?

To attract qualified bidders and help them assess their capabilities (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for Invitation to Bid documents?

Keep them simple (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Advertisement for Bid document?

To invite all qualified bidders to submit proposals (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the specifications divisions 02 through 49?

They are organized by construction materials and methods (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Proprietary Specifications?

To provide detailed information about proprietary products and materials (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the Basis of Design (BOD) is correct?

It identifies the manufacturer and product used for drawing detailing. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which specification format is best suited for very early design and conceptual pricing phases?

Uniformat (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the MasterFormat specification format?

To organize information by work results or construction practices (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which division in the MasterFormat specification format is used for broad requirements related to executing the work?

Division 01 - General Requirements (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of the three parts in the SectionFormat of the MasterFormat specification?

<ol> <li>General, 2) Products, 3) Execution (C)</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the PageFormat in MasterFormat specifications?

To ensure consistent appearance across all specification pages (D) Signup and view all the answers

In MasterFormat specifications, what should be done when not all parts of a CSI section are used?

Note the part and write 'Not Used' (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the primary purpose of retaining project documentation by the Architect?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between a warranty and a guarantee, as described in the passage?

A warranty covers services rendered or products created by the company marking the warranty, while a guarantee is made by one party for the goods or services of another party. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT included in the list of post-construction add services that an Architect may provide?

Addendums (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the G802 form, as mentioned in the passage?

To contract additional services requested post-construction and tie them to the original agreement. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true regarding warranties and guarantees?

Both b) and c) are true. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what should the Architect do prior to the expiration of one year from Substantial Completion?

Meet with the Owner, if requested and without compensation, to review facility operations and performance. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following services is NOT listed as a post-construction add service that an Architect may provide?

Construction administration (B) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true regarding project documentation and record documents?

The Architect should identify a unique project number for each project and document lessons learned. (D) Signup and view all the answers