Preparing for a Career in Architecture

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1 Preparing for a Career in Architecture Name: Date: References: Architecture: Residential Drafting and Design (Chapter 03) at wonlinetextbooks.com/. ***Use the classroom Username and Password to access the textbook, not your personally assigned Polk County Schools username and password. Directions: Complete all parts of this worksheet using the reference(s) listed above. Upon completion, electronically sign this document in Part 6 to certify that this is your work, print a copy to your virtual notebook and submit for grading. Grading: One grade worth a maximum of 100 points will be entered into the gradebook for completion of this packet. Part 1: Multiple Choice Select the best answer and write the corresponding letter in the space provided. 1. A license verifies that an architect is qualified to. A. make copies of original drawings B. design structures that meet the standards for health, safety, and property C. make renderings and presentations D. subdivide land 2. To become an architectural drafter, you should have completed high school, taken courses in architectural drawing, and. A. be proficient with a computer aided drafting system B. have an art background C. possess an understanding of economics D. be licensed 3. A specifications writer should be knowledgeable in all phases of. A. construction, building materials, hardware, and fixtures B. art C. thermodynamics D. physics 1 P reparing for a Career in Architecture Careers_Worksheet

2 4. Responsibilities of a surveyor include. A. preparing plats and maps of features above and below ground level B. preparing property description C. planning and subdividing property D. all of the above. Part 2: Completion Complete each sentence with the proper response. Place your answer on the space provided. 1. One of the many responsibilities of a(n) is to check on construction periodically to see that the plan is being followed and the specified materials are being used. 2. The selling price of a structure is generally based on the information prepared by a(n). 3. Grade level, property lines, and site description are based on the work of a(n). 4. Architectural work with all the systems within a building to integrate the design, construction, and operation of the building. 5. Purchasing, estimating and bidding, quality control, and site supervision are just a few areas of specialization of a(n). Part 3: Matching Match the correct term with its description. Place the corresponding letter in the space provided Designs structures by working closely with clients. Draws the details of working drawings. Prepares all written information needed to describe the materials, methods, and fixtures to be used in a structure. Calculates cost of materials and labor. Establishes areas and boundaries of real estate property. Requires knowledge in science and construction methods. Knows applicable building codes, ordinances, design options, and product choices. A. Architect B. Architectural drafter C. Construction technologist D. Estimator E. Residential building designer F. Specifications writer G. Surveyor Part 4: Short Answer/Listing Provide brief answers to the following questions. 1. What is the difference between an architectural drafter and an architectural illustrator? 2 P reparing for a Career in Architecture Careers_Worksheet

3 2. Why must an estimator wait until after the specifications writer finishes his or her work to finalize the estimate for a job? 3. List five duties a construction technologist might have. 4. List three generally cited reasons that new businesses fail. 5. Define Entrepreneurship. 6. Define Franchise. 7. List the five tips for a successful interview. 8. What is the difference between employability skills and job skills? 9. What are social skills? 10. Why are teamwork skills considered an advantage for a potential employee? 3 P reparing for a Career in Architecture Careers_Worksheet

4 Part 5: Problems/Activities Complete the following graphic organizers. 1. Using the graphic organizer below, list the advantages and disadvantages of each business option. Advantages Disadvantages Buying an Existing Business Buying a Franchise Starting a New Business 2. Using the graphic organizer on the following page, list the various occupational options related to the architectural and engineering industries, to include the educational requirements and skills. 4 P reparing for a Career in Architecture Careers_Worksheet

5 Occupation Educational Requirements Job Description Required Skills

6 Part 6: Certification My electronic signature below certifies that all the work contained within this packet is my own work. WARNING: DO NOT SIGN THIS DOCUMENT UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ENTIRE WORKSHEET, TO INCLUDE THE ATTACHMENTS. ONCE SIGNED, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO FURTHER EDIT THIS DOCUMENT. Failure to sign a submitted document will result in a 20 point deduction for each area in which a grade is given as outlined in the note at the top of page one. 6 P reparing for a Career in Architecture Careers_Worksheet