Deck 1: Professional Architectural Careers

Question 1

The primary responsibility of the _____ is to review drawings, specifications, and calculations to ensure compliance with all codes.

A) plans examiner
B) specification writer
C) construction estimator
D) model maker

Answer 1

A

Question 2

A(n) ____ is a licensed professional who applies mathematical and scientific principles to the design and construction of structures.

A) engineer
B) associate
C) interior designer
D) CAD technician

Answer 2

A

Question 3

What are some helpful areas of study for an entry-level CAD technician?

A) English and music
B) science and drawing
C) computer drafting and philosophy
D) statistics and history

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Who are responsible for the design and supervision of a wide variety of construction projects, such as highways, bridges, sanitation facilities, and water treatment plants?

A) interns
B) managers
C) principals
D) civil engineers

Question 5

A(n) ____ plans the interiors of buildings with the aim of making rooms more attractive, comfortable, and functional.

A) interior designer
B) interior decorator
C) civil engineer
D) drafter

Question 6

Candidates who apply to take the ____ examination must demonstrate an acceptable level of professional work experience and completion of related course work.

A) CAD
B) CMKBD
C) AKBD
D) NCIDQ

Question 7

It is legal to take a stock plan, make minor changes, and pass it off as your design.

Question 8

A designer is usually the coordinator of a team of CAD technicians.

Question 9

The term drafter has been used for years to describe a person who creates the drawings and details for another person's creations.

Question 10

Electrical engineers work with architects and structural engineers and are responsible for the design of lighting and communication systems.

Question 11

A(n) ____ is a licensed professional who designs commercial and residential structures.

A) inspector
B) CAD technician
C) architect
D) civil engineer

Question 12

An architect I is an unlicensed architectural graduate with less than three years of experience.

Question 13

Who works with the structural designer to optimize and harmonize the interior design of structures?

A) mechanical engineers
B) electrical engineers
C) interior decorator
D) interior designers

Question 14

Which term is used to describe a licensed architect with more than ten years of experience?

A) intern
B) manager
C) architect II
D) architect III

Question 15

As an entry-level ____ you will often be given the job of making corrections on existing drawings or, for example, drawing site plans or cabinets.

A) electrical engineer
B) civil engineer
C) CAD drafter
D) principal