Building Construction and Civil Engineering

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Who is exempt from registration according to the Act?

Foreign experts on short-term consultation

All Philippine citizens with a degree in civil engineering

Civil engineers with 5 years of experience

Officers or enlisted men of the United States and Philippine Armed Forces (correct)

What type of building project does not require a civil engineer's services?

Any residential house constructed in a rural area

Any government building project exceeding ten thousand pesos

Any building in chartered cities or towns with building ordinances

Any wooden building enlargement or alteration for farm purposes only (correct)

What is a restriction on the practice of civil engineers called in by the Philippine Government?

They must be registered with the Philippine Engineering Society

They must have a minimum of 10 years of experience

They must be Filipino citizens

Their practice is limited to specific design and construction of fixed structures (correct)

What is the cost threshold for wooden building enlargements or alterations that do not require a civil engineer's services?

Ten thousand pesos Signup and view all the answers

Who can construct their own residential house without the services of a civil engineer?

Any person, as long as they do not violate local ordinances Signup and view all the answers

What type of ordinance must be followed by individuals constructing their own residential houses?

Local ordinances of the place where the building is to be constructed Signup and view all the answers

What happens to all laws, parts of laws, orders, ordinances, or regulations in conflict with the provisions of this Act?

They are hereby repealed. Signup and view all the answers

What provision is exempt from the repeal of Act Numbered Twenty-nine hundred and eighty-five?

The provision pertaining to the practice of 'maestro de obras'. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if any part or section of this Act is declared unconstitutional?

The other provisions of the Act remain valid. Signup and view all the answers

When does this Act take effect?

Upon its approval. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Section 29 of this Act?

To specify the effectivity of the Act. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the construction of a building intended for public gathering or assembly?

Designs, plans, and specifications prepared and signed by a registered civil engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the practice of civil engineering?

Only individuals can be licensed to practice civil engineering Signup and view all the answers

What must be obtained before constructing a building or structure?

Approval of plans and designs by a registered civil engineer Signup and view all the answers

Who can be a member or partner of a firm, partnership, or association providing civil engineering services?

Only licensed civil engineers or architects Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the alteration of a building or structure intended for public gathering or assembly?

Supervision by a registered civil engineer Signup and view all the answers

What must be prepared under the responsible charge of a registered civil engineer?

Designs, plans, and specifications of any building or structure intended for public gathering or assembly Signup and view all the answers

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