In which phase of the regular design service does the architect prepare the outline

specifications?
a.Predesign
b.Design development
c.Contract documentation
d.Schematic design
e.Project definition

What service is rendered when the architect attends conferences upon the client's
request?
a.Architectural research
b.Consultation
c.Promotional services
d.Project definition
e.Representation

In comparative selection, this is the step where the selection committee may visit past
projects of a prospective architect and check with references such as past clients
and/or financial institutions.
a.Qualification
b.Prequalification
c.Evaluation and ranking
d.Interview
e.Verification

How many sets of drawings should the architect give to the client as part of the regular
design service?
a.3 sets
b.7 sets
c.9 sets
d.5 sets

Which term does not belong?

a.Project Proponent
b.Client
c.Owner
d.Consultant
e.All of these terms belong to this list

Which selection method is appropriate for civic projects?

a.Either B or C
b.Bidding
c.Comparative selection
d.Architectural design competition
e.Direct selection

In this phase, the architect prepares the initial line drawings representing design
studies leading to a recommended solution, including a general description of the
project for approval by the Owner.
a.Conceptual design phase
b.Consultation phase
c.Predesign phase
d.Schematic design phase
e.Project definition phase
In which phase are diagrammatic layouts of construction systems prepared?
a.Predesign phase
b.Both B and C
c.Design development phase
d.Contract document phase
e.Schematic design phase

Which entities do the standards in SPP Doc. 202 apply to?

a.An architectural partnership fully compliant with Sec. 37 of RA 9266
b.Only A and B
c.licensed architect
d.An architectural corporation fully compliant with Sec. 37 of RA 9266
e.All of the above

Which term does not belong?

a.Contractor
b.Constructor
c.General Contractor
d.Builder
e.Manufacturer

In which phase of the regular design service does the architect prepare the technical
specifications?
a. Predesign
b.Schematic design
c.Design development
d.Project definition
e.Contract documentation

Which method of selection is appropriate for monumental projects?

a.Bidding
b.Either B or C
c.Comparative selection
d.Direct selection
e.Competition

This technique is applied in the cost management process to minimize the negative
effect of simplified operations associated with many cost-reduction programs.
a.Cost management
b.Cost engineering
c.Cost reduction
d.Value engineering
e.Value management

Is it the duty of the architect to review the contractor’s billings and issue Certificates
of Payment during the regular design service?
a.Yes, this is part of the regular design service
b.Both B and C
c.No, this is not part of the regular design service
d.Only if the architect will be hired to perform construction management services as
well.

The architect was asked to analyze the site's potentials, the context of the site as well
as its surroundings. Which service was rendered?
a.Site selection and analysis
b.Space management studies
c.Architectural programming
d.Consultation
e.Site utilization and land-use studies

Which is NOT true of architectural design competitions?

a.They may be time-consuming
b.All of these are true
c.They may be expensive
d.They are open only to architects and not architectural firms
e.The time and effort required for them may discourage qualified persons from
participating

They represent the architect’s initial assessment of a project’s soundness generally

using researched, processed, and validated secondary data.
a.Feasibility evaluation
b.Business plan preparation
c.Pre-feasibility study
d.Appraisal
e.Feasibility study

In this service, the architect determines the adequate size and appropriate
configuration for a proposed project considering the use, allocation, and interface of
spaces for given activities.
a.Site utilization studies
b.Space planning
c.Architectural programming
d.Space management studies

In this phase, the architect consults with the owner to ascertain the conceptual
framework and related requirements of the project and confirms such requirements
with him.
a.Project definition phase
b.Conceptual design phase
c.Consultation phase
d.Predesign phase
e.Schematic design phase

In direct selection, which should NOT be a basis of the client for selecting an architect?
a.Recommendation of a friend
b.Architect's reputation
c.Sketches submitted by the architect for the contemplated project
d.Recommendation of another architect
e.Advice from a former client of the architect

Once the architect has completed the detailed design and contract documents phase,
the architect is entitled to collect how much of his fee?
a.90%
b.85%
c.100%
d.70%

In this phase of the regular design service, the architect prepares the initial line
drawings representing design studies that will lead to a recommended solution
a.Predesign phase
b.Design development phase
c.Schematic design phase
d.Project definition phase
In comparative selection, during which step does the client issue the ToR for the
project?
a.Interview
b.Verification
c.Evaluation
d.Invitation
e.Pre-qualification

It incorporates a space program with characterizations of the envisioned spaces such

as ambiance, cost range, etc.
a.Space programming
b.Space management studies
c.Space planning
d.Architectural programming
e.Consultation

In comparative selection, during which step does the selection committee visit
buildings designed by the architect?
a.Evaluation
b.Verification
c.Interview
d.Pre-qualification
e.Invitation

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice arranges and formulates methods of
rating and ascertaining the value of structures or facilities which must be fully secured,
kept safe, protected, assured, guaranteed and provided sufficient safeguards for the
conduct of any work or activity.
a.Security Evaluation and Planning
b.Building Systems Design
c.Facilities Maintenance Support
d.Building testing and commissioning

This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-creative work such

as accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, preparation of reports and the
like.The computation is made by adding all costs of technical services (man hours x
rate) and then multiplying it by a multiplier to cover overhead and profit.
a.Percentage of Project Construction Cost
b.Professional fee + Expenses
c.Lump Sum
d.Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses

For this SPP (203), the term Architect refers to the _________ who may be the holder of a
valid Specialist Certificate that may be issued by the Board and/or the Commission,
upon due qualification or accreditation by the IAPoA.
a.Architect-of-Record
b.None of the above
c.Architect-in-charge of Construction
d.Consulting Architect

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice provides the Owner/Client with means
and measures to ensure the proper function and maintenance of the building / structure
and site after final inspection.
a.Facilities Maintenance Support
b.Building testing and commissioning
c.Security Evaluation and Planning
d.Building Systems Design

The following are fulltime supervision scope of services EXCEPT:

a.Quality Control
b.Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports
c.None of the Above
d.Filing of documents
e.Evaluation of Construction Work

In SPP 203 Architectural Interior (AI) Services, Manner of providing services, The
Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:
a.Working as Consulting Architect for AI services only.
b.Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting Architect for AI
services;
c.Working as Architect-of-record only.
d.A&B
e.A&C

The architectural plan and design of the building properly falls under the _____________.
a.SPP DOC. 203
b.SPP DOC. 205
c.SPP DOC. 202
d.SPP DOC. 204

Involves the detailed planning and design to control sound transmission for
compatibility with the architectural design concept.
a.Acoustic design services
b.Architectural Interiors
c.Space planning
d.Architectural Lighting Layout and Design

directly and professionally responsible and liable for the construction supervision of the
project.
a.Consulting Architect
b.Architect-of-Record
c.None of the above
d.Architect-in-charge of Construction

This method of compensation is based on technical hours spent and does not account
for creative work since the value of creative design cannot be measured by the length
of time the designer has spent on his work.
a.Professional fee + Expenses
b.Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
c.Lump Sum
d.Percentage of Project Construction Cost

This method of compensation is frequently used where there is continuing relationship

involving a series of projects. It establishes a fixed sum over and above the
reimbursement for the Architect's technical time and overhead. An agreement on the
general scope of the work is necessary in order to set an equitable fee.
a.Professional fee + Expenses
b.Lump Sum
c.Percentage of Project Construction Cost
d.Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses

As the __________of the project, the _________ is in a better position to interpret his
drawings and documents and to assure conformity by the Contractor. He can assign his
staff to undertake the fulltime supervisory work to perform the works as enumerated in
the Architect's Guidelines.
a.None of the above
b.Architect-of-Record
c.Consulting Architect
d.Architect-in-charge of Construction

_______ specifically mentioned under Secs. 3 (4) (g) and 14 (3) of R.A. No. 9266, involves
the detailed planning and design of the indoor / enclosed areas of any proposed building
/ structure, including retrofit, renovation, rehabilitation or expansion work which shall
cover all architectural and utility aspects, including the architectural lay-outing of all
building engineering systems found therein.
a.Urban planning
b.Architectural Interiors
c.Space planning
d.Physical Planning

The Architect in this area of practice undertakes a scientific study on the built
environment’s well-being, which allows the Architect to focus on the ways in which the
building/structure can best maintain itself and prolong its life in a cost-efficient manner,
and finally provide recommendations to the Owner/ Client.
a.Structural Conceptualization
b.Preliminary Services
c.Forensic Architecture
d.Building Appraisal

In SPP 203, what is MDP?

a.Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
b.Master Development Plan
c.Mutual Direct Payment
d.Multiple Development Plan

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice places value on the building / structure
condition and defects, and on its repair and maintenance, including the required
improvements.
a.Structural Conceptualization
b.Building Appraisal
c.Preliminary Services
d.Forensic Architecture

Covers the range of all services from primary data gathering through the formulation of
the MDP and the parallel preparation of the environmental impact assessment /
statement (EIA/S).
a.Space planning
b.Comprehensive development Planning
c.Urban planning
d.Physical Planning
In SPP 203, What is EIA?
a.Environmental Information Assessment
b.Environmental Impact Association
c.Environmental Impact Assessment
d.Environmental Insight Assessment

Refers to the orderly arrangement within a piece of land or property on which vertical
structures such as buildings, monuments and the like, as well as horizontal
developments such as rights-of-way (ROWs), open spaces and activity spaces are to be
proposed.
a.Space planning
b.Comprehensive development Planning
c.Urban planning
d.Physical Planning

In SPP 203, The term ________ shall refer only to a RLA who may also be a separately
Registered and Licensed Professional (RLP) i.e. a natural person under Philippine law
and jurisprudence with a valid certificate of registration and a valid professional
identification card (representing the renewable license) for the lawful practice of one or
more State-regulated profession other than architecture.

a.Architect-of-Record

b.Consulting Architect

c.None of the above

d.Architect-in-charge of Construction

The Architect in this area of practice engages in methods of producing building

components in a highly engineered, efficient and cost-effective manner, particularly for
residential and commercial applications.
a.Building Systems Design
b.Facilities Maintenance Support
c.Building testing and commissioning
d.Security Evaluation and Planning

The Architect's Fee for Fulltime Supervision as based on the PPC shall be detailed in
the Architect's Guidelines.
a.Professional fee + Expenses
b.Lump Sum
c.Percentage of Project Construction Cost
d.Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses

The Architect in this area of practice recommends the systematic process of ensuring
that a building / structure's array of systems is planned, designed, installed and tested
to perform according to the design intent and the building's operational needs.
a.Building testing and commissioning
b.Security Evaluation and Planning
c.Facilities Maintenance Support
d.Building Systems Design

The following are components of Comprehensive Development Planning Except:

a.Environmental Component
b.Socio Cultural Component
c.Physical Component
d.Transport Component

Are based on the concept of expanded physical planning services to include other
activities necessary for the proper handling of the numerous components considered in
the formulation, implementation and realization of a Master Development Plan (MDP).
a.Space planning
b.Physical Planning
c.Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP) Services
d.Architectural Interiors

The Architect in this area of practice conceives, chooses and develops the type,
disposition, arrangement and proportioning of the structural elements of an
architectural work, giving due considerations to safety, cost-effectiveness,
functionality and aesthetics.
a.Structural Conceptualization
b.Building Appraisal
c.Forensic Architecture
d.Preliminary Services

Standards of Professional Practice on Specialized Architectural Services

a.SPP DOC. 205
b.SPP DOC. 202
c.SPP DOC. 204
d.SPP DOC. 203

Involves the detailed planning and design of light transmission, timing and control for
compatibility with the architectural design concept.
a.Architectural Interiors
b.Architectural Lighting Layout and Design
c.Acoustic design services
d.Space planning

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic
knowledge of Site Analysis, Space Planning and Management, Architectural
Programming, and the other services under SPP Document 201.
a.Forensic Architecture
b.Preliminary Services
c.Structural Conceptualization
d.Building Appraisal

Deals with specific expertise for further enhancement of the architectural interior and
exterior components of a project.
a.Post Construction Services
b.Regular Design Services
c.Specialized Architectural Services
d.Pre-Design Services

1.“_______________”
is the art, science or profession of planning,designing and constructing buildings in
their totality taking into account their environment, in accordance with the principles of
utility, strength and beauty;

2.“_______________”

means a person professionally and academically qualified, registered and licensed

under R.A. No. 9266 with a Certificate of Registration and Professional Identification
Card issued by the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture and the Professional
Regulation Commission.

(a)_______________”

directly and professionally responsible for the total design of the project for the client
and who shall assume the civil liability for the plans, specifications and contract
documents he/she has signed and sealed;

(b)“_______________”

who is directly and professionally responsible and liable for the construction
supervision of the project;

(c) _______________”

professionally and academically qualified and with exceptional or recognized expertise

or specialization in any branch of architecture;

3. “_______________”

the act of planning and architectural designing, structural conceptualization,

specifying, supervising and giving general administration and responsible direction to
the erection, enlargement or alterations of buildings and building environments and
architectural design in engineering structures

4. “_______________”

(a) planning, architectural designing and structural conceptualization;

(b) consultation, consultancy, conferences, evaluations, investigations, quality surveys,

appraisals and adjustments, site analysis

(c) schematic design, design development, contract documents and construction

phases including

professional consultancies;

(d)preparation of preliminary, technical, economic and financial feasibility studies of

plans, models and project promotional services

(e)preparation of architectural plans, specifications, bill of materials, cost estimates,

general conditions and bidding documents;

(f)construction and project management, administration, supervision, architectural

designing, construction,

reconstruction, erection, enlargement or demolition,

renovation, repair, alteration, preservation or restoration of buildings

(g) the planning, architectural lay-outing and utilization of spaces, architectural

interiors and space planning, architectural detailing, architectural lighting, acoustics,
architectural lay-outing of mechanical, electrical, electronic, sanitary, plumbing,
communications

(h) building programming, building administration, construction arbitration and

architectural conservation and restoration.

(i) all works which relate to the scientific, aesthetic and orderly coordination of all
works and branches of the work, systems and processes

(j) all other works, including teaching of architectural subjects and architectural
computer-aided design;

5) “_______________”

choosing and developing the type, disposition,

arrangement and proportioning of the structural elements of an architectural work

giving due

consideration to safety, cost-effectiveness, functionality and aesthetics

6) “_______________”

means a sole proprietorship, a partnership or a

corporation registered with the DTI AND/OR SEC and then with the Board of
Architecture and PRC;

7) “_______________”

refers to the author or authors of a set of architectural plans or specifications who are
in charge of their

preparation whether made by them personally or under their immediate supervision;

8)_______________”

refers to the Professional Regulatory Board of

Architecture;

9) “_______________”
means the Professional Regulation Commission
10)_______________”

means a duly notarized written contract or equivalent public instrument stipulating

the scope of services and guaranteeing compensation of such services to be

rendered by an architect registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266; Violation of the
Service Agreement is a basis for a civil liability under Art. 1723 of the Civil Code

11)“_______________”
means the existing official national organization of all architects of the Philippines in
which all registered Filipino architects shall be members without prejudice to

membership in other voluntary professional associations;

12) “_______________”

refers to a sustaining and progressive learning

process that maintains, enhances, or increases the

knowledge and continuing ability of architects;

13)_______________”

shall mean the Department of Trade and Industry;

14) “_______________”

shall mean the Securities and Exchange Commission;

15)_______________”

any formal grouping of two or more architects or firms working in joint venture on a
project basis.

16)“_______________”

means a juridical entity that shall be synonymous with an Architectural Partnership

(see definition of

Architectural Partnership) registered with the SEC.

17)“_______________”
means a group of professionals in architecture and allied professions, incorporated with
Architects for the purpose of delivering professional service in architecture and allied
professions; in case an existing Architectural Corporation does not comply with the
75% composition requirement, it shall comply and register again with the SEC and the
BOA.

18)“_______________”
means an architectural drawings, specifications, and other outputs of an Architect that
only an Architect can sign and seal consisting, among others, of vicinity maps, site
development plans, architectural program, perspective drawings, architectural floor
plans, elevations, sections, ceiling plans, schedules, detailed drawings, technical

specifications and cost estimates, and other instruments of service in any form.

19) “_______________”

means a detailed planning and design of the

indoor/enclosed areas of any proposed building/structure, including retrofit or
renovation work and which shall cover all architectural and utility aspects, including
the
architectural lay-outing of all building engineering systems found therein.

20)_______________”

means a group of two or more Architects duly registered with the SEC and then with
the Board of Architecture.

21)“_______________”

means a two (2)-dimensional representations reflecting a proposed

development/redevelopment of an enclosed/ semi-enclosed or open area showing
features or elements such as columns, walls, partitions, ceiling, stairs, doors,
windows, floors, roof, etc.

22) _______________”

means a structure for the purpose and function of

habitation and other uses.

23) “_______________”

means a certificate bearing a registration number,

issued to an individual, by the Professional

Regulation Commission through the Board of

Architecture, signifying that the individual has

successfully passed the Licensure Examination and

is registered to practice his/her profession as

Architect.

24)_______________”
contains the norms and principles governing the

practice of the profession of architecture in the highest standards of ethical conduct.

25) _______________”

a registered and licensed Architect, who is academically and professionally qualified,

and with exceptional or

recognized expertise or specialization in any branch of architecture; the Consulting

Architect assumes no civil liability under Art. 1723 of the Civil Code

26) _______________”
are the documents attached to the agreement identified therein as Contract
Documents.These generally include the following documents:

a) Special Provisions or conditions

b)General Conditions

c)Drawings

d)Specifications

e)Other Bid Documents

27) _______________”

shall refer to the intellectual proprietary rights retained by an Architect over any
architectural documents/ work that he/she prepares shall include the right to control
the erection of any building which reproduces the whole or a substantial part of the
work either in its original form or in any form

28)_______________”
means an entities ,agencies, organizations and the l like that have been
accredited/registered with the Board of Architecture of the Professional Regulation
Commission to deliver seminars, lectures, and other continuing

professional education modules for architects

29) _______________”

a post-baccalaureate, pre-licensure experience of two (2) years required of a graduate

of architecture prior to taking the licensure examination; consisting of a variation of
experiences in the different phases of architectural
service.

30)“_______________”
means an architect who is not a Filipino citizen nor an Architect registered and
licensed in the Philippines, but who is duly registered and licensed in his/her home
country as an Architect

31) “_______________”

the local Philippine architect, partnership or corporation that must work in association
with a foreign architect, partnership or corporation, on a project on Philippine
soil.

32) “_______________”

shall refer to proprietary rights to an architectural work such as plans, designs and
other documents by a person/ juridical entity who commissions the Architect and
whose ownership of an architectural work by such a person/ juridical entity shall only
be confined to the use of the architectural documents for executing /implementing the
work described therein for one (1) or the original project;

33) _______________”

refers to physical planning at site, community or

urban level by an Architect

34)_______________”

refers to an Architect who specializes in the detailed physical planning of land or

property on which vertical structures are to be proposed.

35) “_______________”

the detailed physical planning of land or property on which vertical structures such as
buildings, monuments and/or structures and horizontal developments are to be
proposed.

36)“_______________”

refers to a person whose name an registration/professional license number is entered

in the Professional Regulation Commission registry book and computerized database
as one legally authorized to practice his profession

37)“_______________”

a document bearing the registration number, date of issuance with an expiry date, due
for periodic renewal, duly signed by the Chairperson of the PRC to a registered
Architect upon payment of the annual registration fees for three (3) years

38)“_______________”

the detailed site development planning of all areas surrounding a building or a group of
buildings but only within the property limits of the land on which such

buildings/structures are to be erected.

39)“_______________”

defines all aspects of professional service, prescribes minimum basic fees and
establishes the rights and

obligations of both the Architect and the client.

40)“_______________”
means an individual Architect practicing and delivering architectural services, duly
registered with the DTI, BOA and the PRC

41)“_______________”

an expertise and special knowledge in the field of

architecture acquired by an Architect through formal

education and training or through continuing professional development and

experience, for which the Architect may be engaged as Consulting Architect.

42)_______________”

the outlines embodying topics and concepts of major

subjects prescribed in specific course of study to serve as basis for test questions in
the licensure examinations.

43) _______________”

refers to contracts or arrangements involving the transfer of systematic knowledge for

the manufacture of a product, the application of a process, or rendering of a service

including management contracts; and the transfer,

assignment or licensing of all forms of intellectual property rights.

44)“_______________” ”

physical and systemic design undertaken by an Architect on a community and urban

plane

45)Acronyms and Laws:

(a)ARCHITECTURE ACT OF 2004_______________”

(b)BOA– ___________________

(c)CHED– ___________________

(d)CIAC – ___________________

(f)DOLE – ___________________

g)DTI – ___________________

(h)IAPOA – ___________________
(i)Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines – ___________________
(j)PCAB – ___________________

(k)PDCB – ___________________

(l)PRB – ___________________

(m)PRC – ___________________

(n)PRC ___________________

(o)SEC – ___________________

(p)UAP – ___________________

Composed of a chairman and ____________ appointed by the

President of the Philippines from a list of three _______
recommendees chosen from a list of five ______ nominees for each
position submitted to the Commission by the integrated and the
accredited professional organization of architects.

The members of the Board shall hold office for a term of _______
years after appointment or until their successors shall have been
appointed and duly qualified. Each member of the Board may be
reappointed for one full term of ______ years. 1) member shall be
appointed chairman for three (3) years, one (1) member for two
(2) years, and one (1) member for one (1) year.

All applicants for registration for the practice of architecture shall be

required to undergo a licensure examination to be given by the
Board in such places and dates as the Commission may designate in
accordance with the provisions of Republic Act No. 8981.

SECTION 13. Qualifications of Applicant for

Examination
(a)He/she is a Filipino citizen or a citizen of a foreign country
qualified to take the examination as provided for in Sec. 27, Art. IV of
R.A. No. 9266 as carried out by Sec. 27, Rule IV of this “IRR of the
Architecture Act of 2004”;

(b)He/she is of good moral character;

(c)He/she is a holder of the degree of Bachelor of Science in

Architecture conferred by a school accredited by the Commission on
Higher Education (CHED) and in addition has a specific record of at
least two (2) years or equivalent of diversified architectural
experience duly certified by a registered/licensed architect: applicant
holding a Master’s Degree in Architecture from a school, college,
university or institute recognized by the government shall be credited
one (1) year in his/her practical experience;

(d) He/she has not been convicted of any criminal offense involving
moral turpitude.