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ABET - ANSWERThe recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and technology AIA - ANSWERThe professional society representing the field of architecture and others working in the architecture field ASCE - ANSWERThe professional engineering society representing the field of civil engineering and others working in the civil engineering field Building Code - ANSWERLegal requirements designed to protect the public by providing guidelines for structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical areas of a structure Charrette - ANSWERAn intensive workshop in which various stakeholders and experts are brought together to address a particular design issue Construction Documents - ANSWERDrawings, plans, specifications, etc. associated with a construction project Municipality - ANSWERA city, town, etc. having its own incorporated government for local affairs NAAB - ANSWERThe sole agency authorized to accredit professional degree programs in architecture in the United States NCARB - ANSWERMade up of members from the architectural registration boards of the 50 states. Its primary function is to maintain records for state boards, architects, and interns Stakeholder - ANSWEROne who is involved in or affected by a course of action Zoning Ordinance - ANSWERLaw that specifies how and for what purpose each