What “knowledge” do you need to build a set of steps? Think quietly to yourself about the following: What “knowledge” do you need to build a set of steps? Create a list of 3 to 5 items that you will need to know. Be prepared to Compare and Share Warm-up UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

These are the same skills that you need to be an architect! What knowledge do you need in preparing to build a set of stairs? You need a background in the following subjects: Physical Sciences Mathematics Ability to “conceptualize” Ability to draw and sketch with ease Interest in Humanities Architectural and construction course work These are the same skills that you need to be an architect! UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

The Steps to Becoming an Architect In the United States UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Education What are the components: UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Degree Options? Curriculum? Program Accredited? Special Interest? What questions should you ask before selecting a school? Curriculum? Program Accredited? Special Interest? Professors? Enrichment Opportunities? Degree Options? ARE = Architecture Registration Exam Financial Aid? Step 1: Education UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

National Architectural Accrediting Board You will need to pursue a degree that is accredited by the: Schools that are accredited by “NAAB” will meet the educational requirements for the exam required by most states. National Architectural Accrediting Board Define accredited? Who accredited architecture college programs? Why is it important that there be an agency that accredited architecture programs? What requirements does a college need to meet to be accredited? Step 1: Education UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Professional degree Step 1: Education Pre-Professional degree Four-year degree BA or BS in Architecture Bachelor of Environmental Design or Architectural Studies Prepare for graduate degree. Accredited program Minimum of 5 years Bachelor of Architecture Master Programs One to five years Masters of Architecture Doctor of Architecture Post-Professional degree Only offered to students with a professional degree. Not accredited Specialized areas only. Master’s or PhD or other doctorate’s Step 1: Education UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Internship What are the components: UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Requirements? Getting Started? Participation? NCARB? Interests? What questions should you ask before selecting your work experience? IDP? Requirements? Skills? Resources? Knowledge? Getting Started? Employers? ARE = Architecture Registration Exam Participation? NCARB? Step 2: Internship UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Intern Development Program A comprehensive training plan. Wide variety of opportunities Three years minimum Can start prior to graduation After your third year Supervised Required by most states Offered by: = IDP National Council of Architectural Registration Board (NCARB) The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Step 2: Internship UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Examination What are the components: UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Rules, Statutes, Regulations? What questions should you ask about the exam for your license? State vs National? ARE and IDP? Content? Requirements? Time? Rules, Statutes, Regulations? Step 3: Examination UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Architect Registration Examination (ARE) Goal of Exam Test applicants on knowledge, skills and ability as it relates to the practice of Architecture. Purpose Concentrate on services that affect: Public health, safety and welfare Exam Content: Programming planning and practice, site planning and design, building design and construction systems, schematic design, structural systems, building systems, construction documents and services Step 3: Examination UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Step 3: Examination ARE continued NCARB Requirements Administers and monitors test contents Adopted by all U.S. states and territories and Canada First national exam was produced in 1965 Create an NCARB Record Personal record of your education and experience Time Limit = “Rolling Clock” Must pass all divisions of the exam in five years! Requirements Each state sets it own requirements based on education and experience. Rules, Statutes and Regulations can change at any time Verify prior to testing! Step 3: Examination UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

License What are the components: UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Law? National Registration? Requirements? Title? Guidelines? Fees? What questions should you ask about getting your license to practice architecture? Law? National Requirements? Registration? Title? Guidelines? Fees? Reciprocity? Step 4: License UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Step 4: License Title Your Name ##### State Required by Law! Illegal to practice architecture without a license Requirements Registration varies by state Fees Renewal Reciprocity Official Seal: Title Licensed or Registered State Your Name License Number (#####) Your Name ##### Title State Step 4: License UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

CEUs What are the components: UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Maintaining your license? Professional Development? What questions should you ask about the future? Maintaining your license? Hours? CEUs? Types? AIA? Professional Development? Step 5: CEUs UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Continuing Education Units Architects are required to keep up-to-date on factors related to the public’s health, safety and welfare. Professional Development is earned by taking: CEUs which = Requirements vary from state to state. Hours per year Types Seminars, workshops, classes, conferences, self-study courses, etc… The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is a professional organization that can offer assistance in earning CEUs. Continuing Education Units Step 5: CEUs UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

CEUs License Exam Internship Education Completed components: CEUs License Exam Internship Education Review UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.

Resources Resources ARCHcareers.org http://www.archcareers.org National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) http://www.naab.org NCARB http://www.ncarb.org/Experience-Through- Internship.aspx The American Institute of Architects http://aia.org Bureau of Labor Statistics http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos038.htm Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture https://acsa-arch.org/home.aspx Texas Board of Architectural Examiners http://www.tbae.state.tx.us/ Resources UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyrights @ All Rights Reserved.