1. Principles of Architecture and Construction
Professionalism
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2. 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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6. 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.
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7. 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.
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8. 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.
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9. 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.
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