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SPRING 2010
A.R.E. 4.0 NEW YORK
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SUMMER 2010

A.R.E. 4.0 FAST SAN DIEGO
A.R.E. 4.0 FAST SAN FRANCISCO
A.R.E. BS AIA-CONVENTION
A.R.E. 4.0 W.PALM BEACH
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FALL 2010
A.R.E. 4.0 NEW YORK

A.R.E. AIA-JACKSONVILLE
A.R.E. 4.0 BS AIA-ALASKA
CMAA CCM SANTA MONICA
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WINTER 2011
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A.R.E. 4.0 SAN DIEGO
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ARCHITECT REGISTRATION EXAMINATION 4.0

A.R.E. 4.0 READY COURSE
SAN DIEGO
cost: $1250 or by division
($1650 with VIGNETTE GRADING)


REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRAURY 2010
50 seats

TAKE the entire ARE in 3-MONTHS...everyone is doing it
NOTE: Pre-registration is required. Please DO NOT show up to class without registration.

By registering online, you are accepting Funkaar GENERAL POLICIES.
Please read before registration. If you do not agree with our policies, do not register.
Specifically read the refund and rule of conduct portions so there is no confusion

San Diego Mesa College
7250 Mesa College Drive, San Diego, CA
JULY - SEPTEMBER 2010
one day a week; day and time to be determined

Free parking in Lot A Staff/Faculty lot across street from campus
Enter the campus under the large triangular canopy to the right of Lot A.

Please present your Paypal PROOF OF PAYMENT receipt to TA upon arrival each day.
Students must sign CLASS CONDUCT POLICIES for your first class each term in order to attend class
. AUDIO TAPING IN CLASS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

ARE 4.0
1001SM00

ARE 4.0 READY COURSE
dates and times vary see below
Descartes Room

Vignette Grading NOT included with course registration

$1250
2 seats left


TENTATIVE
($400 non-refundable fee)

What is
4.0?
ENTIRE COURSE

ARE 4.0 PLUS VIGNETTE GRADING
1001SM00-V

ARE 4.0 READY COURSE WITH
VIGNETTE GRADING

dates and times vary see below

Descartes Room

$1650


TENTATIVE
($400 non-refundable fee)

What is
4.0?
ENTIRE COURSE

SELECT BY SESSION BELOW
1001SM01 ARE 4.0: CONSTRUCTION DOCS & SERVICES
9:00a-12:00p Lecture
12:00p-1:00p Workshop
Descartes Room

PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software by clicking below or ncarb.org

VIGNETTE GRADING

*note: we will use 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with software installed on your laptop

$125
TENTATIVE
  
($95 non-refundable fee)

1001SM02

ARE 4.0: PROGRAM'G, PLANN'G & PRACTICE
9:00a-12:00p Lecture
12:00p-1:00p Workshop
Descartes Room

PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software by clicking below or ncarb.org

VIGNETTE GRADING

*note: we will use 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with software installed on your laptop

$125
TENTATIVE
  
($95 non-refundable fee)

1001SM03


ARE 4.0: SITE PLANNING & DESIGN
9:00a-11:00a Lecture
11:00a-1:00p Workshop
Descartes Room

PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software by clicking below or ncarb.org

VIGNETTE GRADING

*note: we will use 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with software installed on your laptop

$125
TENTATIVE
  
($95 non-refundable fee)

1001SM04

ARE 4.0: SCHEMATIC DESIGN
9:00a-1:00p Workshop (no lecture)
Descartes Room

PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software by clicking below or ncarb.org

VIGNETTE GRADING

*note: we will use 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with software installed on your laptop

$125
TENTATIVE
  
($95 non-refundable fee)

1001SM05-1

ARE 4.0: STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS PART 1
9:00a-12:00p Lecture (no workshop)
1:00p-4:00p Lecture
Descartes Room

$375
TENTATIVE
  
($95 non-refundable fee)

1001SM05-2
JAN 31, 2010

ARE 4.0: STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS PART 2
9:00a-12:00p Lecture
1:00-3:00p Lecture
3:00p-4:00p Workshop
Descartes Room

PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software by clicking below or ncarb.org

VIGNETTE GRADING

*note: we will use 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with software installed on your laptop

REGISTER WITH PART 1 ABOVE
1001SM06


ARE 4.0: BUILDING SYSTEMS
9:00a-12:00p Lecture
1:00p-3:00p Lecture
3:00- 4:00p Workshop
Descartes Room
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software by clicking below or ncarb.org

VIGNETTE GRADING

*note: we will use 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with software installed on your laptop

$250
TENTATIVE

($95 non-refundable fee)

1001SM07


ARE 4.0: BLDG DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS
9:00a-12:00p Lecture
1:00p-4:00p Workshop
Descartes Room

PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software by clicking below or ncarb.org

VIGNETTE GRADING

*note: we will use 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with software installed on your laptop

$250
TENTATIVE
  
($95 non-refundable fee)

 
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Additional Services

(Not included with course registration)
FREE FUNKAAR ON-LINE MOCK
S
FREE NCARB MOCKS
VIGNETTE GRADING

COURSE DETAILS
About Us

A.R.E. 4.0 READY COURSE

The Funkaar Studios Architect Registration Exam (A.R.E.) Ready Course is typically an 3-month course designed as a complete preparation package. The course offers a step-by-step approach for exam preparation. Sessions are sequenced in a progressive manner to guide students in the ARE process. This course is ideal for students seeking steady guidance in passing the exams. Lecture covers key ARE content and answering strategies. Students are provided a Study Methodology with Syllabus, exam breakdown, daily study routine, in-class mock exam questions and a recommended timeline for testing. Our recommended timeline for testing encourage concurrently taking the ARE throughout course duration for students who are interest in help with the testing process. The timeline recommends testing for each division after that division is covered in class and prior returning to class for the next division.Students may qualify for FREE online mock exams after completion of Student Evaluation forms after each exam.

Unlike other seminar style classes, ARE READY Course is a cohesive college-level type course taught by a single instructor who has passed the entire computerized ARE. Each session covers (1) exam division. Some division are covered over multiple sessions or parts as needed to cover the material in details.

Please note that you need to bring a PC laptop to class where indicated (Mac with parallel windows can work with NCARB Practice Programs). If you experience glitches, try adjusting your screen display setting or reinstall program A laptop is recommended for effective learning. If you do not own a laptop, try borrowing one from work, family or friend. It is your responsibility to ensure the software is operational prior to arriving to class, the instructor or TA cannot take class time to provide technical assistance to individual students. Please bring trace, architectural scale and pencil if you donot bring a laptop.

Texbooks

Not included with course registration and not needed in class

TO BE POSTED SOON

Other Books Course Syllabus Reference Books
Class Checklist Bring following items to class:
Basic Scientific Calculator (TI30XA or equal functions for all sessions)
Paypal registration slip as PROOF OF REGISTRATION to all sessions
Identification (such as driver's license to all sessions)
Laptop with NCARB software downloaded and functional for Graphic sessions
(The instructor or TA are not able to provide technical assistance in class.
Please note that 4.0 versions of NCARB software will be used)
Mouse and laptop power cord for Graphic sessions
notebook and pen for note taking (full-course students should bring 5-subject notebook
Exam Schedule

Here is a recommended schedule to schedule your actual ARE for students who wish to test concurrently according to our Study Methodology timelines:
Division 1: CDS (1-week study)
Division 2: PPP (1-week study)
Division 3: SPD (1-week study)
Division 4: SD (1-week study)
Division 5: SS (3-week study)
Division 6: BS (2-week study)
Division 7: BDCS 0 (2-week study)


Funkaar Studios holds no responsibility for exam availability or exam fees or exam change fees as administered by a third party (NCARB, Prometric, USGBC, GBCI). We simply recommend a testing schedule. It is the student's responsibility to confirm exam availability and errors in schedule indicated above prior to registration for exams.

Format

Lecture + Answering Strategies + Workshops. Typically taught (1) day/week for (11) days over a 3-month period. Each class day will begin with a comprehesive lecture. In the afternoon, we will cover graphic vignettes in a workshop style, where students actively drawing on their laptop.

Class Conduct Funkaar Studios reserves the right to refuse service. Students must display educated, professional conduct in class. You will be dismissed with out a refund for the session if rude/unruly behavior is displayed. You will also be barred from future registration. CONDUCT POLICY
Instructor Umber Kazmi, RA
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