CSE (California Supplemental Exam)
UPDATED Actual Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Responsible Control - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
Can an architect stamp and sign documents that were not produced under his or her
responsible control? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
What is the punishment for practicing without a license or inappropriately selling oneself as
an architect? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
Does an architect need to sign and stamp drawings that unlicensed individuals are allowed to
design? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
Name the five items required to be on the architect stamp: - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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"
,Use of the word "certify" or "certification" by a licensed architect: - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔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.
Liability regarding building inspections: - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
What five elements are required in a contract between an architect and the client? -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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
When is a written contract not required? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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
,Which agency regulates the practice of architecture? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The
California architects board or CAB.
CAB is managed by the Department of consumer affairs.
How is the practice of architecture administered? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1.
Examination
2. Licensure
3. Enforcement
Where do you requirements for examination appear? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
Qualifications of applicant for an architectural license include: - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔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.
The following project types do not require an architectural license: - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔The architects practice act does not prohibit a person from preparing plans drawings are
specifications for any of the following:
1. Single-family detached Wellings of wood frame construction no more than two stories and
basement in height
2. Multiple dwelling units, no more than four, wood frame construction, no more than two
stories and a basement in height
, 3. Garages or other similar structures of wood frame construction not more than two stories
and a basement in height
4. Agricultural and ranch buildings of wood frame construction, unless the local building
official deems it and undue risk to public health, safety, or welfare
What are the professionals to provide exemptions from the practice act for professionals as
long as he or she practices in the profession for which he or she is registered, and they may
not use the title architect: - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1. Structural engineer
2. Professional engineer
3. Civil engineer
4. Landscape architect
5. Land surveyor
6. Contractors, are also exempt as long as they are providing services within the classification
for which they are licensed. The services may include the preparation of shop & field
drawings for work which he or she has contracted or offered to perform, and designing
systems and facilities which are necessary to the completion of contracting services which he
or she has contracted or offer to perform. However, a licensed contractor may not use the title
architect, unless he or she hold a license as required in this chapter.
What ask maybe grounds for suspension or revocation of an architectural license? -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1. Conviction of certain crimes substantially related to the duties
of an architect
2. Violation of the architects practice act
3. Fraud in obtaining a license
4. Impersonation
5. Aiding an unlawful practice
6. Signing others plans or instruments of service
UPDATED Actual Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Responsible Control - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
Can an architect stamp and sign documents that were not produced under his or her
responsible control? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
What is the punishment for practicing without a license or inappropriately selling oneself as
an architect? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
Does an architect need to sign and stamp drawings that unlicensed individuals are allowed to
design? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
Name the five items required to be on the architect stamp: - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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"
,Use of the word "certify" or "certification" by a licensed architect: - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔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.
Liability regarding building inspections: - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
What five elements are required in a contract between an architect and the client? -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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
When is a written contract not required? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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
,Which agency regulates the practice of architecture? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The
California architects board or CAB.
CAB is managed by the Department of consumer affairs.
How is the practice of architecture administered? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1.
Examination
2. Licensure
3. Enforcement
Where do you requirements for examination appear? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔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.
Qualifications of applicant for an architectural license include: - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔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.
The following project types do not require an architectural license: - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔The architects practice act does not prohibit a person from preparing plans drawings are
specifications for any of the following:
1. Single-family detached Wellings of wood frame construction no more than two stories and
basement in height
2. Multiple dwelling units, no more than four, wood frame construction, no more than two
stories and a basement in height
, 3. Garages or other similar structures of wood frame construction not more than two stories
and a basement in height
4. Agricultural and ranch buildings of wood frame construction, unless the local building
official deems it and undue risk to public health, safety, or welfare
What are the professionals to provide exemptions from the practice act for professionals as
long as he or she practices in the profession for which he or she is registered, and they may
not use the title architect: - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1. Structural engineer
2. Professional engineer
3. Civil engineer
4. Landscape architect
5. Land surveyor
6. Contractors, are also exempt as long as they are providing services within the classification
for which they are licensed. The services may include the preparation of shop & field
drawings for work which he or she has contracted or offered to perform, and designing
systems and facilities which are necessary to the completion of contracting services which he
or she has contracted or offer to perform. However, a licensed contractor may not use the title
architect, unless he or she hold a license as required in this chapter.
What ask maybe grounds for suspension or revocation of an architectural license? -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1. Conviction of certain crimes substantially related to the duties
of an architect
2. Violation of the architects practice act
3. Fraud in obtaining a license
4. Impersonation
5. Aiding an unlawful practice
6. Signing others plans or instruments of service
