Principles of Architecture and Construction Professionalism UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.

Characteristics of Professionalism Maturity Punctuality and Dependability Appropriate Appearance Time Management Responsibility Ask students to grade themselves on each of the professional characteristics listed on this slide. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.

UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved. Attitude Degree of Cooperation Response to Challenges Flexibility-ability to adjust and adapt Response to Criticism Respectfulness Tell students that an individual’s attitude makes a huge impact. Individuals who are receptive to others and demonstrate cooperation, flexibility, and respectfulness have the greatest chance for success. Stress the importance of accepting constructive criticism for personal improvement. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.

UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved. Initiative Being responsible for your own actions Taking charge of your personal success Being a self starter Success starts with the individual. Self starters wake up with a plan for the day’s success. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.

UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved. Communication Ability to clearly communicate ideas Important art of listening Ability to adjust for different situations The most effective communicators can make necessary adjustments for different audiences and situations. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.

Membership in Professional Organizations Latest industry trends Professional networking New ideas New friendships Membership in professional organizations is good for awareness of latest industry trends, friendships in the profession, job opportunities, and new ideas. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.

Professional Organizations in Architecture American Institute of Building Design National Kitchen and Bath Association American Society of Interior Designers International Interior Design Association American Institute of Architects American Society of Landscape Architects American Society of Civil Engineers American Consulting Engineers Council The Association of Architecture Organizations Ask students to choose one of the professional organizations, conduct research, and report general information (membership dues, professional conferences, membership, objective of the organization) to the class. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.

Evaluating Job Performance Time Management and Meeting Deadlines Ability to Follow Directions Application of Job Skills Mastery of Knowledge Problem-solving Ability Successful Completion of Tasks Attention to Details Individuals must honestly evaluate their performance. Honest evaluations result in setting goals for what can be improved in the future. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.

Taking Care of the Customer Respect Listen Follow-up Response to the Customer’s Needs The customer is always right. Without the customer, there would not be a job/career. UNT in partnership with TEA. Copyright (c). All rights reserved.