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CSE (California Supplemental Exam) ARE
Questions with Detailed Verified Answers
Question: Responsible Control
Ans✅ ✅: The phrase responsible control means the amount of control over the
content of all architectural instruments of service during the preparation that is
ordinarily exercised by architects applying the professional standard of care.
Question: Can an architect stamp and sign documents that were not
produced under his or her responsible control?
Ans✅ ✅: No.
That said, responsible control does not mean architectural services need to be
produced in the architects office. As long as the architect is maintaining responsible
control, drawings can be produced in another part of the world or outsourced.
Question: What is the punishment for practicing without a license or
inappropriately selling oneself as an architect?
Ans✅ ✅: It is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $100, or more
than $5000. Or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year or both.
Question: Does an architect need to sign and stamp drawings that
unlicensed individuals are allowed to design?
Ans✅ ✅: Yes. This includes stamping & signing and even those types of structures
unlicensed individuals are allowed to design as clarified by the California architects
board newsletter spring 2007. This requirement applies to all types of projects since it
address a responsibility imposed on the architect, and not the project.
Question: Name the five items required to be on the architect stamp:
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Ans✅ ✅: 1. Name of the Architect
2. License Number
3. Renewal Date (renew every two years, in the odd year)
4. "State of California"
5. "Licensed Architect"
Question: Use of the word "certify" or "certification" by a licensed
architect:
Ans✅ ✅: The use of the word certified or certification by a licensed architect in the
practice of architecture constitutes an expression of professional opinion regarding
those facts are findings that are the subject of the certification. These do not
constitute a warranty or guarantee, either expressed or implied.
Question: Liability regarding building inspections:
Ans✅ ✅: Architects who perform voluntary building inspections at a site of an
emergency at the request of a local official shall not be liable in negligence for any
damage caused by good faith but negligent inspection.
Question: What five elements are required in a contract between an
architect and the client?
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Ans✅ ✅: S.C.A.N.T.
Services: description of services to be performed
Compensation: basis of compensation
Address: name, address, license number of an architect and name and address of client
New services: additional services at an hourly rate
Termination: description of procedure describing termination procedure
Question: When is a written contract not required?
Ans✅ ✅: 1. When professional services rendered with a client that will not pay
compensation
2. Arrangement as to the basis for compensation is similar to services provided in the
past for the same client
3. If the client knowingly states in writing, after full disclosure of this section, that a
writing which complies with the requirements of this section is not required
4. Professional services rendered to a registered professional engineer
Question: Which agency regulates the practice of architecture?
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Ans✅ ✅: The California architects board or CAB.
CAB is managed by the Department of consumer affairs.
Question: How is the practice of architecture administered?
Ans✅ ✅: 1. Examination
2. Licensure
3. Enforcement
Question: Where do you requirements for examination appear?
Ans✅ ✅: The requirements for examination appear in both the business and
professions code: chapter 3, Division 3, and the California code of regulations: Title 16
Division 2.
Question: Qualifications of applicant for an architectural license include:
Ans✅ ✅: 1. Not having committed acts or crimes constituting grounds for denial
2. Applicant shall demonstrate to the board satisfaction knowledge of interior and
exterior barrier free design
3. The applicant must have completed eight years of training and educational
experience in architectural work. A five year degree from an approved architectural
school shell equal five years of training.
Question: The following project types do not require an architectural
license:
CSE (California Supplemental Exam) ARE
Questions with Detailed Verified Answers
Question: Responsible Control
Ans✅ ✅: The phrase responsible control means the amount of control over the
content of all architectural instruments of service during the preparation that is
ordinarily exercised by architects applying the professional standard of care.
Question: Can an architect stamp and sign documents that were not
produced under his or her responsible control?
Ans✅ ✅: No.
That said, responsible control does not mean architectural services need to be
produced in the architects office. As long as the architect is maintaining responsible
control, drawings can be produced in another part of the world or outsourced.
Question: What is the punishment for practicing without a license or
inappropriately selling oneself as an architect?
Ans✅ ✅: It is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $100, or more
than $5000. Or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year or both.
Question: Does an architect need to sign and stamp drawings that
unlicensed individuals are allowed to design?
Ans✅ ✅: Yes. This includes stamping & signing and even those types of structures
unlicensed individuals are allowed to design as clarified by the California architects
board newsletter spring 2007. This requirement applies to all types of projects since it
address a responsibility imposed on the architect, and not the project.
Question: Name the five items required to be on the architect stamp:
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Ans✅ ✅: 1. Name of the Architect
2. License Number
3. Renewal Date (renew every two years, in the odd year)
4. "State of California"
5. "Licensed Architect"
Question: Use of the word "certify" or "certification" by a licensed
architect:
Ans✅ ✅: The use of the word certified or certification by a licensed architect in the
practice of architecture constitutes an expression of professional opinion regarding
those facts are findings that are the subject of the certification. These do not
constitute a warranty or guarantee, either expressed or implied.
Question: Liability regarding building inspections:
Ans✅ ✅: Architects who perform voluntary building inspections at a site of an
emergency at the request of a local official shall not be liable in negligence for any
damage caused by good faith but negligent inspection.
Question: What five elements are required in a contract between an
architect and the client?
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Ans✅ ✅: S.C.A.N.T.
Services: description of services to be performed
Compensation: basis of compensation
Address: name, address, license number of an architect and name and address of client
New services: additional services at an hourly rate
Termination: description of procedure describing termination procedure
Question: When is a written contract not required?
Ans✅ ✅: 1. When professional services rendered with a client that will not pay
compensation
2. Arrangement as to the basis for compensation is similar to services provided in the
past for the same client
3. If the client knowingly states in writing, after full disclosure of this section, that a
writing which complies with the requirements of this section is not required
4. Professional services rendered to a registered professional engineer
Question: Which agency regulates the practice of architecture?
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Ans✅ ✅: The California architects board or CAB.
CAB is managed by the Department of consumer affairs.
Question: How is the practice of architecture administered?
Ans✅ ✅: 1. Examination
2. Licensure
3. Enforcement
Question: Where do you requirements for examination appear?
Ans✅ ✅: The requirements for examination appear in both the business and
professions code: chapter 3, Division 3, and the California code of regulations: Title 16
Division 2.
Question: Qualifications of applicant for an architectural license include:
Ans✅ ✅: 1. Not having committed acts or crimes constituting grounds for denial
2. Applicant shall demonstrate to the board satisfaction knowledge of interior and
exterior barrier free design
3. The applicant must have completed eight years of training and educational
experience in architectural work. A five year degree from an approved architectural
school shell equal five years of training.
Question: The following project types do not require an architectural
license:
