Day 1am –History, theory & Proprac.

1. who said this dictum “a house is like a flower pot” (pls. research for this one,,npa nga-nga ako ng basahin ko
itu,,,dko rin alam kng cnu ngsabi nito..)

2. study parts of Arabic & Muslim Architecture. Horseshoe arch,mosque,Moorish architecture, mimbar, mihrab,
masjid etc.

Sample Question: Which among the following is not an Arabic architecture? – a. stalactite b. horse shoe arch
c.mosque d.moorish

Sample Question: What is the niche counterpart of the early Christian architecture in the mosque in muslim
architecture? - mihrab

3. study parts of Medieval Architecture, fortress, moat, bailey, parts of a castle, battlement, crescent, embrasure,
etc.

Sample Question: What is that part in the castle which protruded on its tower? – a.brattice b. embrasure

Sample Question: What do you call the part of a castle surrounded by bodies of water in order to protect the
landlord? - moat

Sample Question: What do you call the doorway in medieval castle compose of wooden or metal which opens
vertically? - portcullis

Sample Question: What do you call a wall surrounding the castle which protects the landlord from his enemies? -
fortress

4. study about mayan architecture, about ziggurat, parts of it.

Sample Question: What do you call the building/temple compose of mud brick material, sides are slightly convex
with broad shallow corner buttress? - ziggurat

Sample Question: What do you call the altar on top of the Ziggurat?

5. study about Egyptian architecture, mastaba, Imhotep, great leaders on that time.

Sample Question: Staking out, Monument and Relocation are some of the stages during the construction period of
a project. In early days, how did the ancient Egyptian built the great pyramids of Giza?

6. Who planned the city of manila which introduce the city beautiful movement? – Daniel Burnnham

7. Who is the architect of Batasang Pambansa? - Felipe Mendoza

8. Which among the following SM projects is not designed by Archt. Siao Ling? A. SM Baguio b. SM Aurora c. SM
Marikina d. SM Megamall (by. Archt. Sindiong)

9. Who is the architect of the tower in Quezon City Memorial Circle? - Federico Ilustre

10. Who design the metropolitan theater? – Juan Arellano

11. What design is popularized by metropolitan theater? - Art deco

12. study about Walter Gropius and the BAUHAUS school of design.

13. What is a prehistoric monument consisting of 2 or more large upright stones supporting a horizontal stone
slab? – dolmen

14. What is a circular arrangement of megaliths enclosing a dolmen or burial mound? – cromlech

15. What is a long deep passageway into an ancient subterranean tomb? – dromos

Day 1pm – Bldg. Tech & Const. Structural Conceptualization & Utilities.

Yng last part ng exam mga 10 pages cguro yun meron mga drawings..etu yng mga nttandaan ko n mga drawings.

Plumbing

1. Sa exam walang nka label dyan puro numbers lng. Yun ang i-identify mu base sa tanong.
Sample Question: What is being pointed by the arrow #9? – a. elbow b. cross tee c. sanitary wye d. long
sweep

HELLO WORLD
Plumbing – Isometric Diagram

1. Etu yng isometric diagram s plumbing na merong mga labels pero acronyms lng gaya ng VSTR (Vent
Stack Through Roof)..kng hindi ka keen sa pgsagot at tinanong ka kng anu ang itinuturo ng arrow
hindi mu maiisip n yng sagot eh nasa diagram lng mismo…

Roof Truss
1. What is #12? – over hang (meron din sagot na cantilever pero base p rin kng anu yng nkaturo sa
arrow )
2. What is #6? – bottom chord
3. What is #3? – top chord
4. What is #4? – gusset plate
5. What is #11? – span
 Electrical

1. Question: What is being pointed by the arrow? - Lock nut & Bushing (parang ganito yng hitsura ng
drawing,,bsta parang ganyan rin yng sagot..parang circuit diagram cya na detail ang hitsura tpos
pinapa identify kng anu yng nkaturo s arrow..)
2. Another electrical table is presented to us yng table na merong list ng appliances tpos andun kng
anung mga sizes ng wiring ang ginamit, ilang watts, AWG tpos nka label kng gaano kalaki ang ngamit
na kuryente. May mga nka-footnote that corresponds dun sa table. Again,,lahat ng tanong eh andun
lng lahat sa table ang sagot so basahin mabuti…

Day 2 – Design. Conclusion ko rito 50% from rule 7 & 8 tpos 50% estimates ang daloy ng mga tanong. Pls study
estimates..andaming tanong tngkol dun..Mahilig din sa ranging..hindi ibibigay yng exact n sagot..mamimili ka sa
choices ng pinakamalapit dun sa mismong makukuha mong sagot.eto yng list ng mga projects n nttandaan ko..lam
ko 9 projects yng nilagay nila..etu lng ang ntandaan ko..

1. 2-Storey Bungalow House (R2)

2. 20-storey condominium
3. Government Office Building
4. Nursery Building (Institutional)
5. Warehouse (Industrial)
6. Car park Building
7. Apartment with podium, tower & basement parking
8. Another institutional building
9. Market Building
In each item binanggit na lahat kng anung classification ng building kng R1,C3,I2 etc. binanggit n rin kng anung
klaseng lot at lahat ng given eh regular/inside lot..binanggit n rin s problem yng mga setbacks, RROW,etc. kaya for
sure kpg nabasa mu yng problem descriptions ng isang project eh madali muna mssagot ang mga tanong. Tpos in
each project meron tig-5 questions..

Halimbawa:

Situation regarding project 3: Government Office Building

1 – 5 Questions

Tpos yng mga sample questions kada situation eh halos ganito:

a. Situation regarding Project 1: 2 storey Bungalow House

1. According to Rule 8 Table VIII.1 what is the maximum allowable PSO of the Project?

2. What is the MACA?

3. What is the ranging of the maximum allowable ISA of the project in meters?

4. What is the setback on front area?

5. What is the setback on rear?

6. What are the setbacks on sides?

7. Using Table VII. 1, what is the allowable total gross floor area (TGFA) of the project?

8. How many parking slots in the basement area are needed to accommodate the occupants? (Minsan
binabanggit n s design problem yng mga tinatanong kaya be keen on reading..paulit ulit ko to sinasabi kc
bawal maduling,,,sayang ang points..kng ahas yan at dimo nakita bka natuklaw kna kaya wag
papakawalan,,,)

9. What is the BHL (Building Height Limit) of the Project?

10. What is the allowable storeys/floors above established grade are needed?

11. Find the ranging in sqm. the number of ceramic tiles needed in a 1.2m x 2m T & B if the the tile size is 0.30
x 0.30m? (laging merong ranging yng mga tanong lalu n kpg estimates..kaya kng anu yng magiging sagot
mu wag ka matakot na isagot kng anu yng pinakamalapit sa nakuhang mong sagot..)
Random Questions: Kasama to minsan s mga 1-5 questions kada project. Npansin ko rin na some of the
questions are from past board exams…

1. She is the first women National President of the UAP. She is also the first lady-architect to be elected as
Chairperson of the Architects Regional Council of Asia or ARCASIA composed of 17 member countries in
Asia. – a. Yolanda B. Aquino, uap b. Yolanda V. Tolentino,fuap,enp c. Yolanda S. Bonifacio,enp d. Yolanda
D. Reyes, fuap

2. How long will it takes if you are going to renew your PID (professional id) in PRC?

3. If you wanted to build a corporation, what government body is responsible in registering your company? -
SEC, DTI

4. Where do you register when you want to have a sole-proprietorship? – SEC

5. What is the scope of COMPREHENSIVE ACHITECTURAL SERVICES based on SPP? - From SPP 201-205

6. Which of the following is NOT the scope of SPECIALIZED ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES? – a. Architectural
Interiors (AI) b. Acoustic Design c. Architectural Lighting Layout and Design d. Architectural
Programming

(tandaan mahilig cla sa tanong na merong NOT kaya basahing maige ang mga questions..)

7. What is being stated in SPP document 203.1? – Architectural Interior (AI) Services

8. Which is NOT part or scope of Architectural Interior (AI)? a. eaves b. ceiling c. wall partition d. lobby
flooring

9. Who is responsible in mandating the CLUP (Comprehensive Land Use Plan)?

10. What government body is responsible in Subdivision & Condominium Law? – HLURB

11. What is the R.A. No. 9266 known for? – “Architecture Act of 2004”

12. Which of the following is the the Architect’s Responsibilities to his Client?

13. Which of the following is the the Architect’s Responsibilities to his Colleagues & Subordinates?

14. In relation to Manufacturer’s, Dealers & Agents, which of the following is NOT included on Architect’s
Responsibilities?

15. How did the client choose an architect in design competition? – Design concept

16. What government body will you consult if you want to have a water line in your project? a. MWSS b.
DPWH c.SEC d.DTI

17. Study about CODE of Ethical Conduct, SPP & building laws..maraming questions ang nanggaling dito..

18. What method of compensation should you use if you’re doing the PRE-DESIGN SERVICES? – MDPE
(Multiple of Direct Personnel Expense)

19. Who is responsible in applying for building permit? – Owner

20. Under the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP that took effect on 01 May 2005, what is the number of the
section and its subsection that provides for the signing and sealing of architectural documents?
a) Section 302.2
b) Section 302.3
c) Section 320.2

21. What is the date of the Writ of Preliminary Injunction (WPI) issued against Sections 302.3 and 302.4 of the
2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP?
a) 22 May 2005
b) 23 May 2005
c) 24 May 2005

22. With what Republic Act (R.A.) was said section and subsection of the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP
harmonized?
a) Republic Act No. 9266
b) Republic Act No. 9184
c) Republic Act No. 9285

23. Under Rule VII of the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP, what are explicitly prohibited for low density
residential (R-1) buildings/ structures? – Firewalls

24. Based on the NBCP, What is the spire height limit for a building? – 6 meters

25. Under Rule VIII of the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP, what is the meaning of the acronym MACA? -
Maximum Allowable Construction Area

26. Which Rule under the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP prescribes that for each type of building use/
occupancy, the Allowable Maximum Total Gross Floor Area (TGFA) shall be the product of the Building
Height Limit (BHL) and the Allowable Maximum Building Footprint (AMBF)?
a) Rule VIII
b) Rule VII
c) Rule VI
d) Rule IX

27. Under Sec. 302.4 of the 2004 Revised implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the 1977 National
Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP, otherwise known as Presidential Decree or P.D. No. 1096), which
of the following is NOT considered an architectural plan/ drawing?
a) Structural Plan
b) Floor Plan
c) Reflected Ceiling Plan
d) Schedule of Finishes

28. Which Section under Rule VII of the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP deals with parking?
a) Sec. 706
b) Sec. 708
c) Sec. 707
d) Sec. 709
29. Rule VII of the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP deals with what aspect/s of design?
a) Classification & Requirements of Buildings by Use and Occupancy
b) Lighting and Venting
c) Light, Ventilation and Building Occupancy
d) Classification of Buildings

30. Under Sec. 302.4 of the 2004 revised implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the 1977 National
Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP, otherwise known as Presidential Decree or P.D. No. 1096). Which
of the following is not considered an architectural interior/ interior design plan/ drawing?
a) Architectural Exterior Perspective
b) Space Plan
c) Floor/ Ceiling/ Wall Patterns

31. Under Rule XX of the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP, what is the maximum height for a ground sign
structure to be erected within property limits?
a) Six point five meters (6.5m)
b) Six meters (6.0m)
c) Seven meters (7.0m)

32. Under Rule VII of the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP, what is the meaning of the acronym PSO?
a) Percentage of Space Occupied
b) Percentage of Site Occupancy
c) Planned Site Occupancy

33. Under Rule VII of the 2004 Revised IRR of the 1977 NBCP, what is the meaning of the acronym AMBF?
a) Allowed Minimum Building Footprint
b) Allowed Minimum Bulk and Footprint
c) Allowable Maximum Building Footprint

34. It is a structural system without complete vertical local carrying space frame. (NSCP 208.20)
a) Braced frame
b) Bearing wall system
c) Rigid component
d) Concentric braced frame

35. Concrete filled driven piles of uniform section shall have a nominal outside diameter of not less than
(NSCP 307.7.3)
a) 200 mm
b) 250 mm
c) 300 mm
d) 350 mm

36. A complete record of test of materials and of concrete shall be available for inspection during the
progress of work and _______ years after completion of the project and shall be preserved by the
inspecting engineer or architect for that purpose, (NSCP 403.20)
a) 2 years
b) 5 years
 c) 10 years
d) 15 years

37. Bars larger than ___mm shall NOT be bundled in beams:

(NSCP 407.7.6.3)
a) 25mm
b) 16mm
c) 28mm
d) 36mm

38. Minimum concrete cover cast against and permanently exposed to earth: (NSCP 407.8.1)
a) 100 mm
b) 75 mm
c) 50 mm
d) 150 mm

39. The minimum clear concrete covering for cast in place slab:
(NSCP 407.8.1)
a) 20mm
b) 25mm
c) 40mm
d) 50mm

40. Is an essentially vertical truss system of the concentric or eccentric type that is provided to resist lateral
forces: (NCSP 208.1)
a) Building frame system
b) Braced frame
c) Diaphragm
d) Collector

41. Is a horizontal or nearly horizontal system activity to transmit lateral forces to the vertical resisting
elements:
a) Building frame system
b) Braced frame
c) Diaphragm
d) Collector

42. Is a frame in which members and joints are capable of resisting forces primarily by flexure:
a) Moment resisting frame
b) Ordinary braced frame
c) Truss
d) Eccentric braced frame

43. Who is responsible in carrying out the provisions of the National Building Code?
a) city planning and development officer
b) city assessor
c) building official
d) city engineer
44. What are the two cases which invalidates the building permit.
I - when construction does not commence within one year from the date of its issue;
II - when construction is suspended for more than one year;
III - when construction is suspended for six months;
IV - when construction is suspended or abandoned for a period of 120 days

a) II and III b c) I and II

b) I and III d) I and IV

45. Which is a reason or ground for non-issuance, suspension or revocation of a building permit?
a) failure to commence construction within six months
b) non-payment of fees
c) incorrect assessments
d) errors found in plans and specifications

46. What document is necessary in order to legally occupy a building?

a) certificate of occupancy
b) certificate of completion
c) building permit
d) zoning compliance

47. What is the minimum height of ceilings for spaces that are naturally ventilated?
a) 2700mm
b) 3000mm
c) 2400mm
d) 1800mm

48. What is the minimum height of ceilings for spaces that are NOT naturally ventilated.
a) 2700mm
b) 3000mm
c) 2400mm
d) 1800mm

49. What is the minimum head room clearance for the third floor that is artificially ventilated?
a) 2400mm
b) 1800mm
c) 2100mm
d) 2700mm

50. Which office issue certificate of height clearance for buildings located within approach and departure
zones of airports which are mandated last 2008?
a) Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines
b) Philippine Ports Authority
c) Air Transportation Office
d) Building Official's Office
51. What is the minimum slope for accessible ramps for disabled?
a) 1:12
b) 1:6
c) 1:10
d) 1:8

52. What do you call a window on a roof? – Dormer window

53. In tropical country, which of the following would be the best window type for a building?

a. Awning
b. Casement
c. Sliding
d. Jalousie
54. Which of the following best applies to a type of a clerical station with a side return provision for a desktop
computer?
a. 3.2
b. 5.4
c. 2.1
d. 4.3
55. Which are the good dimensions (in meters) for a clerical table with no side return?
a. 1.0 x 1.8
b. 0.6 x 1.2
c. 0.90 x 1.6
d. 0.8 x 1.5
56. Which NET floor area (in square meters) best applies to a clerical station with a side return provision and 2
visitor chairs?
a. 3.0
b. 4.6
c. 5.4
d. 3.8
57. When must the Architect apply the pertinent principles and techniques of orienting a building in the
Philippines setting?
a. During Contract Documentation
b. Sometime during Design Development Stage
c. At the Pre-Design & Schematic Design Phase of the work
58. When must the Architect properly apply the pertinent principles and techniques of tropical design to
match the hot humid tropical environment in the Philippines?
a. During Contract Documentation
d. Sometime during Design Development Stage
e. At the Pre-Design & Schematic Design Phase of the work
59. When must the Architect properly locate/site building with respect to the topography of a site, the
natural drainage characteristics of a site and a like?
a. During Contract Documentation
b. Sometime during Design Development Stage
c. At the Pre-Design & Schematic Design Phase of the work
60. What is NOT considered a fixture?
a. Ceiling fan
b. Luminaire
c. Toilet paper holder
d. Wall hanging
61. Under the 1977 NBCP, what are the maximum riser and tread dimensions (in meters) of a stairway?
a. 0.175 and 0.275
b. 0.2 and 0.275
c. 0.2 and 0.25
d. 0.15 and 0.3

KenDi