Architecture License Exam Preparation (AArc)
Prepare for the NEC Architecture (AArc) license exam: Architectural Context in Nepal, History and Theories, Studio Design, Settlement Planning and Landscaping, chapter by chapter, with practice MCQs and mock tests. Free.
Architecture syllabus (AArc)
Architectural Context in Nepal
- Architecture of Nepal during the Licchavi, Malla, Shah and Rana periods
- Traditional Nepalese architectural typologies
- Vernacular architecture of different physiographic regions of Nepal
- Nepalese world heritage sites and their conservation
- Prevailing zoning ordinances and building regulations
- Nepalese building typologies, concepts of ownership, legal rights and tenure
Building Material, Construction Technology & Components (Services)
- Stone, Brick, Timber, Metals and Alloys
- Lime, Cement and Concrete
- Walls and openings
- Foundation works
- Concrete works
- Preventive measures in buildings
Architectural History and Theories
- Overview of ancient architecture
- Eastern architecture
- Doctrinal theories of architecture and design
- Philosophies, design theories and works of master and modern architects
- Emerging concepts of contemporary architects
- Overview of Nepalese modern and contemporary architecture
Architecture Design-I (Basic Studio Works)
- Principles of composition
- Theory and principles of projection
- Basic understanding of architectural drawings
- Basics of architectural design process
- Basics of computer graphics (CAD)
- Small design projects
Architecture Design-II (Advanced Studio Works)
- Advanced understanding of architectural drawings
- Architectural design process (advance)
- Advanced computer graphics
- Municipal set of architectural drawings
- Construction detail drawing
- Complex design projects
Basic Engineering Aspects (Structure, Survey, Estimating, Costing and Specification) & Building Science in Architecture
- Fundamentals
- Steel structures (basic design and calculations)
- Introduction, basic principles and classification of surveys
- Basic concepts of climatology
- Lighting and acoustics
- Passive methods of energy conservation for heating and cooling in a building
Settlement Planning and Architecture
- Planning concepts and theoretical models of planning
- Urbanization, development plans and planning practices in Nepal
- Demography/population studies
- Land development
- Basic concepts, fundamental principles and elements of urban design
- Regulatory frameworks
Site Works and Landscaping
- Site analysis and the relationship of natural systems components
- Soil’s bearing capacity, topography
- Synthesis and interpretation of site data
- Hard and soft landscape elements and their application
- Open spaces
- Miscellaneous
Architects, Society and Policies
- Architecture, built environment and the society
- Architect as a profession
- Understanding sociological and anthropological aspects in architecture
- Business enterprise and its types
- Regulatory controls
- Property assessment methods for land and building
Project Planning, Design and Implementation
- Engineering drawings and its concepts
- Engineering Economics
- Project planning and scheduling
- Project management
- Engineering professional practice
- Engineering Regulatory Body
Sample Architecture questions
A 'site analysis' diagram typically maps:
- Furniture layouts
- Sun path, wind direction, topography, and existing features
- Electrical circuits
- Plumbing lines
Contemporary typological open space is not ......
- Playing area
- Resting places
- Road, open spaces in front of public building
- Internal courtyard of building
Which retaining wall is supported by anchors (ties) drilled deep into the soil behind it?
- Gravity Wall
- Cantilever Wall
- Counterfort Wall
- Anchored Wall