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The best way to build confidence for the Building Systems division of the Architect Registration Exam (ARE) is to solve problems—the more problems the better. Building Systems: ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exams provides you with the realistic problem-solving practice you need to successfully prepare for the Building Systems division.

• 123 challenging sample problems in the same formats as the exam including multiple choice, check all that apply, and fill in the blank
• A sample vignette also prepares you for the graphic portion of the exam
• A realistic 95-problem practice exam with an additional vignette covering mechanical and electrical plans just like the actual exam
• Clearly explained solutions supplement your review

• Acoustics
• Codes and Regulations
• Electrical
• Environmental Issues
• HVAC
• Lighting
• Plumbing
• Specialties
• Mechanical and Electrical Plan Vignette

• Circulation and Parking Urban Development and Community Influences
• Climate and Sustainable Design
• Other Site Design Influences
• Legal and Economic Influences Site Design
• Site Analysis  Site Grading
• Transportation and Utilities

A perfect supplement for ARE preparation. Over 400 cards challenge your recall key information and definitions, and improve your problem-solving speed. Each card contains key information in the form of a question and you can assess your knowledge by looking at the answers on the reverse side of the card.

• Over 400 cards that can be used front to back, or back to front
• Helps you to memorize key concepts
• Increases your problem-solving speed
• Improves your confidence

Get the realistic practice you need to successfully prepare for the Construction Documents & Services division of the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) with Construction Documents & Services: ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam. Sharpen your problem-solving skills, increase your problem-solving speed and confidence, and assess essential knowledge.

Build your problem-solving speed and confidence

• 128 challenging sample problems in the same formats as the actual exam including multiple choice, check all that apply, and fill in the blank
• A sample vignette prepares you for the graphic portion of the exam
• A realistic 100-problem practice exam with an additional vignette just like the actual exam
• Clearly explained solutions supplement your review

Coverage of the Construction Documents & Services Topics

• Bidding Procedures and Documents
• Codes and Regulations
• Construction Administration Services
• Construction Drawings
• Contractual Documents
• Project and Practice Management
• Project Manual and Specifications
• Building Section Vignette

Get the realistic practice you need to successfully prepare for the Structural Systems division of the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) with Structural Systems: ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam. Sharpen your problem-solving skills, increase your problem-solving speed and confidence, and assess essential knowledge.

Sharpen your Structural Systems problem-solving skills

• 125 challenging sample problems in the same formats as the actual exam including multiple choice, check all that apply, and fill in the blank
• A sample vignette prepares you for the graphic portion of the exam
• A realistic 125-problem practice exam with an additional vignette just like the actual exam
• Clearly explained solutions supplement your review

Coverage of the Structural Systems Topics

• Concrete Structures
• Connections
• Foundation Systems
• Lateral Forces: Principles
• Notable Structures & Engineers
• Seismic Design
• Statics & Strength of Materials
• Steel Structures
• Structural Analysis
• Truss Analysis
• Walls & Retaining Walls
• Wind Design
• Wood Structures
• Structural Layout Vignette

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Get the realistic practice you need to successfully prepare for the Programming, Planning & Practice division of the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) with Programming, Planning & Practice: ARE Sample Problems and Practice Exam. Sharpen your problem-solving skills, increase your problem-solving speed and confidence, and assess essential knowledge.

Realistic practice for the Programming, Planning & Practice division

• 88 challenging sample problems in the same formats as the exam including multiple choice, check all that apply, and fill in the blank
• 1 practice vignette prepares you for the graphic portion of the exam
• An 85-problem practice exam with an additional vignette covering site zoning
• Clearly explained solutions supplement your review

Coverage of the Programming, Planning & Practice Topics

• Codes & Regulations
• Environmental, Social & Economic Issues
• Programming & Analysis
• Project Budget & Financing
• Project & Practice Management
• Site Zoning

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Successful exam preparation requires the best resources, and the ARE Review Manual gives you the power to pass all seven divisions of the ARE 4.0. This one book, with over fifty chapters, provides you with a complete and comprehensive review of the topics covered on the ARE divisions. Additional chapters covering basic mathematics, important building regulations, and barrier-free design supplement your preparation regime.

Prepare to Pass All Seven Divisions of the ARE with

• A thorough review of the topics covered on all seven exam divisions
• Hundreds of tables and figures
• Exam advice to help you avoid common problems
• Guidelines to effectively focus your preparation

ARE Divisions Covered

• Building Systems
• Building Design and Construction Systems
• Construction Documents and Services
• Programming, Planning, and Practice
• Schematic Design
• Site Planning and Design
• Structural Systems