Schematic Design (SD) ARE Mock Exam (Architect Registration Exam): ARE Overview, Exam Prep Tips, Graphic Vignettes, Solutions and Explanations

A Practical Guide & Mock Exam for the Schematic Design (SD) Division of the ARE! To become a licensed architect, you need to have a proper combination of education and/or experience, meeting your Board of Architecture’s special requirements, as well as passing all seven divisions of the Architect Registration Examinations (ARE). This book provides an ARE overview, resources, exam preparation and exam taking techniques, tips and guide, a realistic and complete set of Mock Exam, solutions, and explanations for the Schematic Design (SD) division of the ARE. This book covers the following subjects: 1. ARE, IDP, and education requirements 2. ARE content, format, and preparation strategies 3. Codes and regulations 4. Environmental Issues 5. Building layout 6. Interior layout 7. Valuable strategies and tips for creating passing solutions 8. Sample passing solutions with explanations 9. Many step-by-step screenshots to show you the actual NCARB commands with graphic images 10. Time saving tips 11. Strategies to avoid NCARB traps This book includes four graphic vignettes in the same difficulty level and format as the real exam. It will help you pass the SD division of the ARE and become a licensed architect!