Thursday, September 22, 2011

Dorf Nights at the AIBC

Building upon the success of ARE Preparation seminars offered in the past, the AIBC's Intern Architect Committee is excited to bring a new and visual ARE preparation resource to British Columbia. Insight - Demystifying the Graphic Vignettes of the ARE is Professor Norman Dorf's legendary seven-hour lecture covering every graphic vignette of the ARE. Broken down over several evenings, this video lecture series focuses on the vignette portion of the ARE examinations. (For a quick preview, go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyQ9kWkAY7k).

Each evening will begin with a 40 minute video that introduces the exam tool, followed by specified vignettes. The schedule is as follows:

Introductory Seminar - Wednesday October 12, 2011
This seminar will provide an overview of the process and study techniques for the NCARB ARE exams. Information about AIBC and external study resources will also be shared. Learn how to prepare for, book and take your ARE exams. Much of the information that will be covered can be found on the AIBC under Intern Architect Exam Process and Resources. This seminar is free of charge. However, registration is required. Contact Registration and Licensing Administration Assistant Emily Tyler by e-mail (etyler@aibc.ca) or phone (604.683.8588, ext. 324).

PPP (Site Zoning) + CDS (Building Section) - Wednesday Oct 19, 2011
6:00 p.m. - Introductory Video
6:40 p.m. - Site Zoning
7:00 p.m. - Building Section
Cost: $20

SS (Structural Layout) + BS (Mechanical & Electrical) - Wednesday, Nov 2, 2011
6:00 p.m. - Introductory Video
6:40 p.m. - Structural Layout
7:00 p.m. - Mechanical & Electrical
Cost $20

SPD (Site Grading; Site Design) - Wednesday, Nov 16, 2011
6:00 p.m. - Introductory Video
6:40 p.m. - Site Grading
7:00 p.m. - Site Design
Cost: $20

BDCS (Accessibility/Ramp; Stair Design; Roof Vignette) - Wednesday, Nov 30, 2011
6:00 p.m. - Introductory Video
6:40 p.m. - Accessibility/Ramp
7:05 p.m. - Stair Design
7:35 p.m. - Roof Vignette
Cost: $30

SD PT 1 (Interior Layout) - Wednesday, Dec 7, 2011
6:00 p.m. - Introductory Video
6:40 p.m. - Interior Layout
Cost: $10

SD PT 2 (Building Layout) - Wednesday, Dec 14, 2011
6:00 p.m. - Introductory Video
6:40 p.m. - Building Layout
Cost $10

Pre-Registration is required. To register for a specific evening or the entire series, visit http://www.nalsa.com/aiaoffice/dorfday/vancouver.html. The per evening cost reflects a base price of $10 per vignette. However, you can pre-register for all of the vignettes at a reduced rate of $75. Note: The introductory seminar is a free resource. All presentations will take place at the AIBC Architecture Centre, 100-440 Cambie Street, Vancouver (corner of Cambie and Pender).

If you have any questions, please contact Registration and Licensing Administration Assistant Emily Tyler by e-mail (etyler@aibc.ca) or phone (604-683-8588. ext. 324).

Thursday, September 1, 2011

REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED: ARE Preparation Seminar: Building Systems (two-day seminar)

The Registration Deadline for this event has been extended.

Professor Gustavo Mibelli will be coming to Vancouver to present his two-day intensive Building Systems seminar. The Building Systems exam has one of the highest failing number of candidates, and it cover a very large subject matter.
The course will be held September 10 & 11, 2011 at the AIBC offices in Vancouver. This seminar was offered in Vancouver for the first time last year with great success.

New, Extended Registration Deadline: Wednesday, September 7, 2011. Click here to register now!