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FALL  2008
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WINTER  2009

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ARCHITECT REGISTRATION EXAMINATION 3.1+4.0

A.R.E. 3/4 READY COURSE
NEW YORK
WE ARE SURVEYING INTEREST IN THIS COURSE.
OR FUNKAARSTUDIOS IF INTERESTED.


REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 2008



TAKE the entire ARE in 11 weeks.... 30min MOCK EXAM per session.

Columbia University
2960 Broadway, New York, NY
Oct 18, 2008 - DEC 20, 2008
(6) Saturdays, times vary with session see below

SATURDAYS, APRIL 4-JUNE 13

SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2009
BT3.1 ARE 3.1: Building Technology 2:00p-6:30p Vignettes
SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2009
CD3.1 ARE 3.1: Construction Documents & Services 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
CDS4.0 ARE 4.0: Construction Documents & Services 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
5:00p-6:00p
Bldg Seciton Vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software
SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2009
PD3.1(1) ARE 3.1: Pre-Design PART 1 2:00p-4:30p Lecture
SP3.1(1) ARE 3.1: Site Planning PART 1

*note: we may use both 3.1 & 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with both versions installed on your laptop
4:30p-6:00p
Site Zoning Vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software
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PPP4.0

ARE 4.0: Programming, Planning & Practice



*note: we may use both 3.1 & 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with both versions installed on your laptop

2:00p-4:30p Lecture
4:30p-6:00p
Site Zoning Vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software
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SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2009
PD3.1(2) ARE 3.1: Pre-Design PART 2 2:00p-4:00p Lecture
SP3.1(2) ARE 3.1: Site Planning PART 2


*note: we may use both 3.1 & 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with both versions installed on your laptop
4:00p-6:00p
Site Design Vignette
Site Grading Vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software
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SPD4.0 ARE 4.0: Site Planning & Design




*note: we may use both 3.1 & 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with both versions installed on your laptop
2:00p-4:00p Lecture
4:00p-6:00p
Site Design Vignette
Site Grading Vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software
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SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2009
BP3.1 ARE 3.1: Building Planning



*note: we may use both 3.1 & 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with both versions installed on your laptop
2:00p-5:00p
Interior Layout Vignette
Schematic Design Vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software
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SD4.0 ARE 4.0: Schematic Design



*note: we may use both 3.1 & 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with both versions installed on your laptop
2:00p-5:00p
Interior Layout
Building Layout
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software
+
SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2009
GS3.1(1) ARE 3.1: General Structures PART 1 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
SS4.0(1) ARE 4.0: Structural Systems PART 1 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2009
GS3.1(2) ARE 3.1: General Structures PART 2 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
SS4.0(2) ARE 4.0: Structural Systems PART 2 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2009
LF3.1 ARE 3.1: Lateral Forces 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
SS4.0(3) ARE 4.0: Structural Systems PART 3





*note: we may use both 3.1 & 4.0 NCARB software for effective learning, please come prepared with both versions installed on your laptop
2:00p-5:00p Lecture
5:00p-6:00p
structural layout vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software +
SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2009
ME3.1(1) ARE 3.1: Mechanical & Electrical Systems PART 1 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
BS4.0(1) ARE 3.1: ARE 4.0: Building Systems PART 1 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2009
ME3.1(2) ARE 3.1: Mechanical & Electrical Systems PART 2 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
BS4.0(2) ARE 4.0: Building Systems PART 2




2:00p-5:00p Lecture
5:00p-6:00p
mech-elec plan vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software
SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2009
MM3.1 ARE 3.1: Building Design-Materials & Methods 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
BDCS4.0(1) ARE 4.0: Building Design & Construction Systems PART 1 2:00p-5:00p Lecture
SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2009
BDCS4.0(2) ARE 4.0: Building Design & Construction Systems PART 2






2:00p-5:00p
Accessible Ramp Vignette
Stair Design Vignette
Roof Plan Vignette
PC LAPTOP PREFERED
Download NCARB Software

 
END OF CLASSES
 
Course Details
About Us

Funkaar Studios is proud to bring our Architect Registration Examination (A.R.E.) Ready Course, selected sessions to AIA-New York Chapter.

The Ready Course offers a step-by-step approach for exam preparation. 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 and a recommended timeline to take ONE exam per week. This course covers both 3.1 and 4.0 exam versions.
In a rush to finish 3.1?
Repeat ARE candidate?
Traveling from out of town?

Each class includes a 30min MOCK Exam

3.1

Text books:
Funkaar Ready Book

Visual Dictionary of Architecture by Ching
Mechanical Electrical Equipment for Buildings
by Stein Reynolds
NALSA Archi-Flash Cards
On-Line Mock Exams
Textbooks are not included with course registration
Textbooks are not needed in class but required for home study

4.0

Text books:
Funkaar Ready Book

Visual Dictionary of Architecture by Ching
Mechanical Electrical Equipment for Buildings
by Stein Reynolds
NALSA Archi-Flash Cards
On-Line Mock Exams
Textbooks are not included with course registration
Textbooks are not needed in class but required for home study
Class Checklist Bring following items to class:
Basic Scientific Calculator (TI30XA recommended to all sessions)
Laptop with NCARB software downloaded and functional for Graphic sessions
Mouse and laptop power cord for Graphic sessions
notebook and pen for note taking (students should bring 5-subject notebook)
Format

Each class day will begin with a comprehesive lecture. In the afternoon, we will cover graphic sessions for 4.0 candidates. These are covered in a workshop style, where you will actively drawing on your laptop.
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 donot own a laptop, try borrowing one from work, family or friend. Please bring trace, architectural scale and pencil if you donot bring a laptop.

Instructor Umber Kazmi
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