26 Questions
Which type of program is required to become an intern in architectural practice?
Master's-level professional degree
How many accredited Canadian university schools of architecture currently offer the master's-level professional degree?
12
What is the purpose of accreditation for a professional program in architecture?
To meet educational standards
What is the RAIC Syllabus Program?
A national alternative path to architectural licensure
Which organization is responsible for assessing the educational qualifications of architecture graduates in Canada?
Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB)
How can individuals satisfy the requirements of the Canadian Education Standard (CES)?
By obtaining a professional degree from a foreign education institution
Which pathway allows licensure for foreign licensed architects in Canada?
Broadly Experienced Foreign Architect (BEFA) Certification
What is the role of the Canadian Architecture Students Association (CASA)?
To provide support and resources for architecture students
Which organization owns and manages the Syllabus Program?
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
Where are the design studios for the Syllabus Program operated?
In 12 cities across Canada
What is the objective of the Internship in Architecture Program?
To provide a structured transition between formal education and registration/licensing
How many hours of experience are required to complete the Internship in Architecture Program?
3,720 hours
Which one of these is the most widely recognized and widely used green building rating system in the world?
LEED certification
What is the primary purpose of LEED accreditation?
To ensure professionals have the knowledge they need to take a project through LEED certification
What are the two options for LEED credentialing?
LEED AP and LEED Green Associate
Which organization oversees the ExAC examination?
Canadian Architectural Licensing Authorities (CALA)
How many sections are there in the ExAC examination?
Four
What is the minimum number of hours of experience required to write the ExAC examination?
2,800 hours
If an intern fails to pass all sections of the ExAC examination at their final attempt, what will happen?
They will be considered a new candidate and have to rewrite all sections
Which organizations signed the Inter-Recognition Agreement?
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and the former Committee of Canadian Architectural Councils (CCAC)
What is a mutual recognition agreement (MRA)?
An agreement between two international licensing authorities to recognize and accept the credentials of professionals from the other authority
What is the purpose of continuing education/professional development programs for architects?
All of the above
What are the two categories of learning activities in the quality assurance document for continuing education activities?
Structured Learning and Unstructured Learning
Which of the following best describes accreditation?
The process of establishing that an educational program meets a standard of achievement
Which of the following best describes certification?
The official or legal recognition of an individual's qualifications
What is the purpose of accreditation?
To assure the maintenance and enhancement of an appropriate educational foundation
Test your knowledge of the reciprocity agreement between Canadian architectural licensing authorities and the common admission standards. Learn about the Canadian Education Standard, Internship in Architecture Program, and the Examination for Architects in Canada (ExAC) or the Architect Registration Examination (ARE).
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