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TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS (ToS) FOR THE 2011 & 2012 LICENSURE EXAMINATION FOR ARCHITECTS (LEA)
450 Questions Total for Two (2) Examination Days
Subject:
HISTORY & THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE, PRINCIPLES OF PLANNING & ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE (DAY 2 - MORNING) 100 Questions
Weights :
HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE
7.5
THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE
PRINCIPLES OF PLANNING
ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE
7.5
________
30%
Weight in
Percentage
(30%)
COMPETENCY
A
HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE .(7.5%)
a.1
a.1.1
PRE-HISTORIC ARCHITECTURE
7.50
Distinguish different factors in the evolution, and development of Early & Primitive Architecture that affects the development of different styles
used in early architecture.
1.2
Distinguish and describe the center of development of early architecture.
sub-total
a.2
HISTORIC STYLES OF ARCHITECTURE
a.2.1
Identify and categorize historical structures and its parts that influenced the different styles of architecture according to its culture, traditions and
environments.
a.2.2
Utilize the comparative analysis of the architectural styles during the different periods through the evolution of architecture of different periods
and distinguishes particular architectural style from another.
a.2.3
Relate past architectures in the development of high-technology utilities and construction systems
a.2.4
Relate the evolution of the Philippine architecture to its local culture, traditions, economy and environment in the development of the emerging
modern Philippine Architecture
sub-total
B
b.1
b.1.1
6.00
THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE..(6 %)
Elements of Architecture and Basic principle of Design
Determine and apply the primary elements of designs, form and space, circulation & organization, proportion & scales
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b.1.2
b.1.3
Relate the principles of architectural design to other art forms

Identify and apply principles of design composition
b.1.4
Assess the current theories and principles on architectural design and apply these theories and principles in the architectural design process
sub-total
B.2
Design Perception
b.2.1
Apply anthropometrics and ergonomics in architectural design
b.2.2
Apply proxemic and kinesthetic requirements of space for human comfort in the context of Filipino culture, their behaviors, traditions and
environment and their effects on architectural and interior spaces and design
b.2.3
Correlate design of interiors and landscapes in a holistic approach
sub-total
B.3
b.3.1
b.3.2
Design with Climate

Apply the significance of climate in the design process
Analyze and apply the Theories and Principles of Tropical design and the effect of climate on architecture.
sub-total
B.4
b.4.1
Masters of Architecture
Identify well known architects and recognize their contributions in the development of architecture
b.4.2
Correlate the significance of philosophies of great architects and their works to contemporary architecture
sub-total
C
c.1.1
9.00
PRINCIPLES OF PLANNING(9 %)
Apply the art and science of site planning with emphasis on their principles of ecological, socio-psychological, aesthetic and functional basis of
site planning
c.1.2
c.1.3
c.1.4
c.1.5
Relate the social issues & implications to site planning

Correlate history and planning theories to ecology and sustainable development
Utilize the basic foundation of planning and the planning process
Relate history and theories of urban and regional planning to ecology and sustainable development
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c.1.6
Apply current laws, thoughts and practices as regards plan formulation and implementation
sub-total
D
7.50
ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE..(7.5 %)
d.1.1
Apply organized professional practice activities, basic concepts, tools and areas of application of business and office management,
performances of project milestone and operational targets
d.1.2
Utilize post evaluation of completed projects and services
d.1.3
Identify and assess different phases relative to implementation of basic professional architectural services for effective organization,
management and operation in delivering the architect's services
d.1.4
Employ comprehensive design services and expanded role of the architect beyond the regular service
d.1.5
Analyze and apply the specifications and contract documents in the practice of architecture
d.1.6
Practice the basics of cost estimating involving construction, resource allocation and project management
d.1.7
Apply codes and standards of the profession, laws, rules and regulations relevant to the practice of architecture
Subtotal
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AR MARIETTA B. SEGOVIA, uap, piid, aaif, hfpia

Member, Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture
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Subject:
UTILITIES, STRUCTURAL CONCEPTUALIZATION, BUILDING MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGY - Day 2 (Afternoon) 150 Questions
Weights :
UTILITIES
9.00
STRUCTURAL CONCEPTUALIZATION
9.00
BUILDING MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGY
12.00
TOTAL
30.00
COMPETENCY
A
UTILITIES
01
Water Source, Supply & Distribution
Relates principles of water supply and distribution to architectural planning and design
Recognizes different parts and components
Identifies functions of parts and accessories and the advantages of using one type of material over the other
Interprets water supply & distribution plans prepared by the sanitary engineer, visualizes 2D/3D drawings
Detects basic problems during construction
02
Plumbing Roughing-In and Fixtures
Relates principles of plumbing to architectural planning and design
Recognizes different parts and components and fixtures
Interprets plumbing plans prepared by the sanitary engineer, visualizes 2D/3D drawings
10
03
Drainage, Sewerage & Waste Disposal
11
Relates principles of drainage & sewerage to architectural planning and design
12
Recognizes different parts and components
13
14
Interprets drainage plans prepared by the sanitary engineer, visualizes 2D/3D drawings
15
Compares waste disposal systems relative to site conditions and environmental considerations
04
HVAC
16
Relates principles of HVAC and passive cooling to architectural planning and design
17
Computes basic requirements using standard parameters
18
Translates spatial requirements for HVAC system into architectural space
19
Interprets HVAC plans prepared by the mechanical engineer
20
05
Conveyors & Other Mechanical Equipment
21
Relates principles of conveyors & fire protection systems to architectural planning and design
22
Identifies the different conveyor systems and other mechanical equipment, their advantages and disavdvantages
23
Identifies the different fire protection systems, their advantages and disavdvantages
Weight in
Percentage
(total 30%)
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24
Computes spatial requirements using manufacturer's details
25
Applies basic or minimum building code requirements
06
Electrical Power Source
26
Recognizes various type of light fixtures and the advantages of one type over the other
27
Recognizes various type of power fixtures and accessories, their functions and the advantages of one type over the other
28
Applies energy saving concepts in the design of structures
29
Interprets local power requirements
30
Selects appropriate lighting and power fixtures
07
Electrical Lighting & Power Supply
31
Relates principles of lighting & power supply to architectural planning and design
32
Identifies components of a lighting and power system
33
Applies principles of natural lighting
34
Interprets lighting and power plans prepared by the electrical engineer
35
08
Data & Communications
36
Relates principles of data & communications systems to architectural planning and design
37
Differentiates various types of data & communications systems
38
Chooses the appropriate architectural interior components for specific data and communication systems
39
Interprets data and communications plans prepared by the electronics engineer
40
Relates data & communication systems to electrical systems
09
Acoustics
41
Applies the principles of acoustics to architectural planning and design
42
Selects appropriate materials for proper sound control
43
Determines appropriate details for proper sound control
44
Relates the shapes of rooms and specific materials to the quality of sound within an enclosed space
45
Conceptualizes solutions to sound-related problems
10
Structural System & Building & Struct Code Reqts
46
Differentiates current building systems
47
Participates in the selection of building systems
48
Translates basic minimum (rule-of-thumb) requirements for structural steel and reinforced concrete design.
49
Determines the implications of different building systems on architectural design
50
Recognizes drawings showing different building systems
11
Soils & Foundations, Loads
51
Analyzes the behavior of soil and foundations
52
Identifies the different types of foundations
53
Interprets foundation plans and details prepared by structural engineer
54
Identifies basic information and tests required
55
Computes for bill of materials / quantities
9.00
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12
Columns & Beams, Loads
56
Analyzes the behavior of columns and beams
57
Identifies materials, reinforcements and connectors
58
Interprets plans and details of columns & beams prepared by the structural engineer
59
Determines the implications on architectural design
60
13
Beams & Slabs, Loads
61
Analyzes the behavior of beams and slabs
62
63
Interprets plans and details of beams & slabs prepared by the structural engineer
64
Determines the implications on architectural design
65
14
Roof Framing, Supports, Loads
66
Analyzes the behavior of roof frames
67
Identifies materials and connectors
68
Identifies the types and components of different roof framing systems
69
Interprets plans and details of roof frames prepared by the structural engineer
70
Compares framing requirements for different roofing materials
15
Walls, loads
71
Analyzes the behavior of walls and how they relate to other disciplines such as acoustics, sanitary and electrical engineering
72
73
Identifies the types and components of wall systems
74
Interprets plans and details of walls prepared by the structural engineer
75
16
Connectors
76
Recognizes the different types of connectors
77
Assess implications of engineer's choice of connectors on architectural design
78
Identifies special connectors for repair works
79
Describes the advantages and limitations of different types of connectors and adhesives
80
Determines probable causes of failure
17
Steel Construction
81
Analyzes the behavior of steel members
82
Identifies the different members and components
83
Participates in the choice of appropriate systems, knowing the advantages and disadvantages of steel construction
84
Recognizes commercially available sections
85
Interprets plans and details prepared by the structural engineer
18
Concrete Construction
86
Analyzes the behavior of reinforced concrete members
87
Identifies the different types of concrete systems
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88
Participates in the choice of appropriate systems, knowing the advantages and disadvantages of concrete construction
89
Applies "rule-of'-thumb" for sizing components or members for architectural design
90
Describes types and causes of failure in relation to preparation and curing procedures
BUILDING MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGY
12.00
19
Site Preparation & Development
91
Identifies technical and legal requirements and activities prior to actual construction
92
Uses technical and vernacular terminologies used at the site
93
Solves simple site-related problems
94
Interprets charts prepared by contractor
95
Prepares ball-park estimates
20
Carpentry & Joinery, Hardware
96
Specifies materials, tools and procedures related to carpentry and joinery
97
98
Identifies different types of mouldings, joints and hardwares
99
Prepares details for construction and checks shop drawings for accuracy and proper interpretation
100
Estimates carpentry works
21
Masonry
101
Specifies materials and reinforcements related to masonry
102
103
Identifies different types of applications and finishes
104
105
Estimates masonry works
22
Roofing Materials
106
Specifies types of roofing based on function and site & weather conditions
107
Specifies tools and procedures for roofing installation
108
Compares different types of roofing materials, their advantages and disadvantages
109
110
Estimates roofing works
23
Structural Steel
111
Describes properties of structural steel
112
Identifies equipment and procedures related to structural steel works
113
Identifies appropriate sections used for specific members
114
Prepares architectural plans with proper representation of structural steel members
115
Relates structural steel members with utilities and other materials
24
Reinforced Concrete
116
Describes properties of reinforced concrete
117
Identifies equipment and procedures related to reinforced concrete works
118
Identifies components which define the quality and strength of reinforced concrete
119
Prepares architectural plans and details with proper representation of reinforced concrete members
120
Relates reinforced concrete members with utilities and other materials
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25
Waterproofing / Sound / Thermal Insulation
121
Specifies materials, tools and procedures related to waterproofing
122
Specifies materials, tools and procedures related to sound insulation and noise control
123
Specifies materials, tools and procedures related to thermal insulation
124
Analyzes design, construction and post-construction related waterproofing / sound / thermal problems
125
Analyzes design, construction and post-construction related waterproofing / sound / thermal problems
26
Glass & Glazing, Hardware
126
Specifies type of glass according to function and occupancy
127
Specifies tools and procedures related to glazing
128
Relates properties of glass with architectural planning & design
129
Applies concepts of green architecture in designing with glass
130
Specifies related products for solar and heat control
27
Painting & Varnishing
131
Specifies proper paint or varnish and procedures for wood
132
Specifies proper paint and procedures for concrete
133
Specifies proper paint and procedures for metals
134
Estimates painting and varnishing requirements
135
Analyzes defects based on situations and site conditions
28
Doors & Hardware
136
Specifies different types of doors according to function
137
Specifies materials and finishes for doors
138
Specifies appropriate hardwares for different types of doors
139
140
Prepares schedule of doors
29
Windows & Hardwares
141
Specifies different types of windows according to function
142
Specifies materials and finishes for windows
143
Specifies appropriate hardwares for different types of windows
144
145
Prepares schedule of windows
30
Exterior & Interior Finishes
146
Specifies materials, tools and procedures for exterior finishes according to function and site conditions
147
Specifies materials, tools and procedures for specialized works, e.g. kitchen systems, toilet systems, office systems
148
Specifies materials, tools and procedures related to architectural interiors
149
Estimates exterior or interior finshes
150
Prepares schedule of finishes
Subtotal
AR ANGELINE T. CHUA CHIACO, fuap, hfpia, apec ar

Member, Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture
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Subject:
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND SITE PLANNING (ADSP) - Day 2

200 Questions
Weights :
COMPLIANCES
SITE DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
SPACE PLANNING
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS (AI)
6
40.00
Weight in
Percentage
(40%)
COMPETENCY
A
7.00
COMPLIANCES . (7.0%)
A.1 Design Problem No. 1. Identify the applicable development control/s e.g. under P.D. No. 1096 (1977 NBCP), R.A. No. 9514 (2008 FCP), B.P. No. 344.
Graphically translate the question i.e. draw or sketch and/or compute (as needed) to arrive at/ select the required answer.
A.2 Design Problem No. 2. Same level of stock knowledge and competency to be tested as in Design Problem No. 1.
sub-total
B
7.00
SITE DEVELOPMENT PLANNING..(7.0%)
B.1 Design Problem No. 1. Identify the applicable site development concepts and potential site development solutions for the Project as the same relate to site
development controls and considerations under P.D. No. 1096 (1977 NBCP/ 2004 R-IRR), P.D. No. 957/2001 IRR (as applicable), B.P. No. 220/ 2001 IRR (as
applicable), B.P. No. 344/ 1983 IRR. Graphically translate the question i.e. draw or sketch and/or compute (as needed) to arrive at/ select the required answer.
B.2 Design Problem No. 2. Same level of stock knowledge and competency to be tested as in Design Problem No. 1.
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sub-total
C
7.00
SPACE PLANNING..(7.0%)
C.1 Design Problem No. 1. Identify the applicable space planning concepts and potential space planning solutions for the Project as the same relate to space
planning standards and related considerations under local development controls e.g. P.D. No. 1096 (1977 NBCP/ 2004 R-IRR), P.D. No. 957/2001 IRR (as
applicable), B.P. No. 220/ 2001 IRR (as applicable), B.P. No. 344/ 1983 IRR, and also under authoritative international space planning and anthropometric
references e.g. Building Types, VNR Metric Handbook, and the like. Graphically translate the question i.e. draw or sketch and/or compute (as needed) to arrive at/
select the required answer.
C.2 Design Problem No. 2. Same level of stock knowledge and competency to be tested as in Design Problem No. 1.
sub-total
D
7.00
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN..(7.0%)
D.1 Design Problem No. 1. Identify the applicable architectural design concepts and potential architectural plan and design solutions for the Project as the same
relate to architectural plan/ design standards and related considerations under local development controls e.g. P.D. No. 1096 (1977 NBCP/ 2004 R-IRR),
P.D. No. 957/2001 IRR (as applicable), B.P. No. 220/ 2001 IRR (as applicable), B.P. No. 344/ 1983 IRR, and also under authoritative international architectural
plan and design references e.g. Building Types, Architectural Design Data, VNR Metric Handbook, and the like. Graphically translate the question i.e. draw or
sketch and/or compute (as needed) to arrive at/ select the required answer. Various questions to test examinee stock knowledge anent the architectural plan and
design process are also periodically included.
D.2 Design Problem No. 2. Same level of stock knowledge and competency to be tested as in Design Problem No. 1.
sub-total
E
6.00
STRUCTURAL CONCEPTUALIZATION(6.0%)
E.1 Design Problem No. 1. Identify the applicable structural concepts and potential structural solutions for the Project as the same pertains to structural
considerations under P.D. No. 1096 (1977 NBCP) and B.P. No. 344. Graphically translate the question i.e. draw or sketch and/or compute (as necessary) to arrive
at/ select the required answer.
E.2 Design Problem No. 2. Same level of stock knowledge and competency to be tested as in Design Problem No. 1.
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sub-total
F
6.00
ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS (AI)..(6.0%)
F.1 Design Problem No. 1. Identify the applicable architectural interior (AI) concepts and potential AI solutions for the Project as the same pertains to architectural
considerations under P.D. No. 1096 (1977 NBCP/ 2004 R-IRR), R.A. No. 9514 (2008 FCP/ 2009 IRR) and B.P. No. 344/ 1983 IRR. Graphically translate the
question i.e. draw or sketch and/or compute (as necessary) to arrive at/ select the required answer.
F.2 Design Problem No. 2. Same level of stock knowledge and competency to be tested as in Design Problem No. 1.
Subtotal
Ar ARMANDO N. ALLI
Acting Chairman, Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (PRBoA)
Nothing follows.
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HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE .(7.5%)

Distinguish and describe the center of development of early architecture.

HISTORIC STYLES OF ARCHITECTURE

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Relate the principles of architectural design to other art forms

Design with Climate

Relate the social issues & implications to site planning

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Utilize post evaluation of completed projects and services

AR MARIETTA B. SEGOVIA, uap, piid, aaif, hfpia

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BUILDING MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGY

Water Source, Supply & Distribution

Recognizes different parts and components

Detects basic problems during construction

Plumbing Roughing-In and Fixtures

Relates principles of plumbing to architectural planning and design

Recognizes different parts and components and fixtures

Detects basic problems during construction

Drainage, Sewerage & Waste Disposal

Relates principles of drainage & sewerage to architectural planning and design

Recognizes different parts and components

Computes basic requirements using standard parameters

Translates spatial requirements for HVAC system into architectural space

Interprets HVAC plans prepared by the mechanical engineer

Detects basic problems during construction

Conveyors & Other Mechanical Equipment

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Computes spatial requirements using manufacturer's details

Applies basic or minimum building code requirements

Electrical Power Source

Applies energy saving concepts in the design of structures

Interprets local power requirements

Selects appropriate lighting and power fixtures

Electrical Lighting & Power Supply

Identifies components of a lighting and power system

Applies principles of natural lighting

Interprets lighting and power plans prepared by the electrical engineer

Detects basic problems during construction

Data & Communications

Differentiates various types of data & communications systems

Interprets data and communications plans prepared by the electronics engineer

Relates data & communication systems to electrical systems

Applies the principles of acoustics to architectural planning and design

Selects appropriate materials for proper sound control

Determines appropriate details for proper sound control

Conceptualizes solutions to sound-related problems

Structural System & Building & Struct Code Reqts

Differentiates current building systems

Participates in the selection of building systems

Determines the implications of different building systems on architectural design

Recognizes drawings showing different building systems

Soils & Foundations, Loads

Analyzes the behavior of soil and foundations

Identifies the different types of foundations

Interprets foundation plans and details prepared by structural engineer

Identifies basic information and tests required

Computes for bill of materials / quantities

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Columns & Beams, Loads

Analyzes the behavior of columns and beams