A Few Tips for CSE Candidates on Examination Preparation Seminars from the California Architects Board
In response to comments received in the CSE Candidate Exit Survey, the California
Architects Board is pleased to provide you with the following information regarding the
oral format California Supplemental Examination and makes the following
recommendations:
1. Do your own research. The Board encourages you to do your own research on the
content of the examination based upon the Test Plan. Increasing numbers of
candidates are participating in examination preparation seminars and though the
Board does not endorse or review examination preparation seminars, it has become
aware of seminar answers that are incorrect. Developing your own knowledge,
based upon your education, research and experience will serve you better than
cramming.
2. Use the resource list the Board provides. The list is comprehensive and candidates
are expected to show that they can apply conceptual knowledge of those resources
as they relate to specific practice‐based scenarios. Take a holistic approach in your
studies with the goal of understanding concepts and processes. The CSE is not a
quiz on discrete elements (i.e. specific “chapter and verse”) of the documents.
3. Understand the format of the oral examination. The CSE is not like most other
examinations and understanding the characteristics of the testing environment, e.g.
panel, process, and protocol will be helpful.
4. Relax. (As much as possible) The Board, the Commissioners and the Proctors
understand the importance of the examination to you and are sensitive to the stress
associated with the process. During the examination, focus on the question and use
your own experience and knowledge to demonstrate your understanding of the
concept or process raised by the question.
Taken from News from The AIA California Council
In response to comments received in the CSE Candidate Exit Survey, the California
Architects Board is pleased to provide you with the following information regarding the
oral format California Supplemental Examination and makes the following
recommendations:
1. Do your own research. The Board encourages you to do your own research on the
content of the examination based upon the Test Plan. Increasing numbers of
candidates are participating in examination preparation seminars and though the
Board does not endorse or review examination preparation seminars, it has become
aware of seminar answers that are incorrect. Developing your own knowledge,
based upon your education, research and experience will serve you better than
cramming.
2. Use the resource list the Board provides. The list is comprehensive and candidates
are expected to show that they can apply conceptual knowledge of those resources
as they relate to specific practice‐based scenarios. Take a holistic approach in your
studies with the goal of understanding concepts and processes. The CSE is not a
quiz on discrete elements (i.e. specific “chapter and verse”) of the documents.
3. Understand the format of the oral examination. The CSE is not like most other
examinations and understanding the characteristics of the testing environment, e.g.
panel, process, and protocol will be helpful.
4. Relax. (As much as possible) The Board, the Commissioners and the Proctors
understand the importance of the examination to you and are sensitive to the stress
associated with the process. During the examination, focus on the question and use
your own experience and knowledge to demonstrate your understanding of the
concept or process raised by the question.
News taken from The AIA California Council newsletter
Thursday, December 10, 2009
California Architects Board Votes to Eliminate Oral Format of California Supplemental Exam
California Architects Board Votes to Eliminate Oral Format of California Supplemental Exam
Acting on the recommendation of the California Architects Board’s (CAB), Examination Committee, the CAB Board voted unanimously to eliminate the California Supplemental Exam (CSE) in its current oral format, and will now begin the process to transition to a written examination format.
The recommendation from the Examination Committee was based on a number of considerations ranging from The AIACC’s own concerns regarding low candidate pass rates and support for the format change. Other concerns where the Joint Legislative Sunset Review Committee’s (JLSRC) continuous inquiries regarding the oral format (as far back as 2004 the JLSRC had recommended that the CAB assess whether a written exam could maintain all standards of validity and test for minimum competency), and, perhaps most significant, the recent change in the CSE format which implemented examination questions being presented to candidates in written format during the exam.
The immediate benefits of this change will be an increase in the administrations of the CSE, a significant reduction in the CSE fees, a much more defensible exam, and expansion of the CAB’s capacity to serve candidates.
The CAB anticipates the written examination will be developed in 2010, administered in 2011, and will be provided via 13 computerized test centers throughout California, as well as 10 additional sites located throughout the US. It will be in a multiple-choice format.
For more information please contact Kurt Cooknick, Assoc. AIA, at (916) 642-1706 or via email at kcooknick@aiacc.org.
News taken from The AIA California Council
Acting on the recommendation of the California Architects Board’s (CAB), Examination Committee, the CAB Board voted unanimously to eliminate the California Supplemental Exam (CSE) in its current oral format, and will now begin the process to transition to a written examination format.
The recommendation from the Examination Committee was based on a number of considerations ranging from The AIACC’s own concerns regarding low candidate pass rates and support for the format change. Other concerns where the Joint Legislative Sunset Review Committee’s (JLSRC) continuous inquiries regarding the oral format (as far back as 2004 the JLSRC had recommended that the CAB assess whether a written exam could maintain all standards of validity and test for minimum competency), and, perhaps most significant, the recent change in the CSE format which implemented examination questions being presented to candidates in written format during the exam.
The immediate benefits of this change will be an increase in the administrations of the CSE, a significant reduction in the CSE fees, a much more defensible exam, and expansion of the CAB’s capacity to serve candidates.
The CAB anticipates the written examination will be developed in 2010, administered in 2011, and will be provided via 13 computerized test centers throughout California, as well as 10 additional sites located throughout the US. It will be in a multiple-choice format.
For more information please contact Kurt Cooknick, Assoc. AIA, at (916) 642-1706 or via email at kcooknick@aiacc.org.
News taken from The AIA California Council
AIA Membership Renewal
AIA Membership Renewal
Time to renew for 2010. In the next few weeks, all AIA members in California will receive their 2010 renewals via US Mail. If you would like to pay online, your renewal invoices are now available. Simply click here and sign in to renew now for 2010.
If you have problems with your renewal or sign-in, please contact Mardriss Nelson ( mnelson@aiacc.org ) or call at 916-642-1713.
http://www.aia.org/about/AIAB081430
Time to renew for 2010. In the next few weeks, all AIA members in California will receive their 2010 renewals via US Mail. If you would like to pay online, your renewal invoices are now available. Simply click here and sign in to renew now for 2010.
If you have problems with your renewal or sign-in, please contact Mardriss Nelson ( mnelson@aiacc.org ) or call at 916-642-1713.
http://www.aia.org/about/AIAB081430
AIA Membership Renewal
Time to renew for 2010. In the next few weeks, all AIA members in California will receive their 2010 renewals via US Mail. If you would like to pay online, your renewal invoices are now available. Simply click here and sign in to renew now for 2010.
If you have problems with your renewal or sign-in, please contact Mardriss Nelson ( mnelson@aiacc.org ) or call at 916-642-1713.
http://www.aia.org/about/AIAB081430
Taken from News from The AIA California Council
Time to renew for 2010. In the next few weeks, all AIA members in California will receive their 2010 renewals via US Mail. If you would like to pay online, your renewal invoices are now available. Simply click here and sign in to renew now for 2010.
If you have problems with your renewal or sign-in, please contact Mardriss Nelson ( mnelson@aiacc.org ) or call at 916-642-1713.
http://www.aia.org/about/AIAB081430
Taken from News from The AIA California Council
Continue Earning IDP Credit While Looking for Work
Continue Earning IDP Credit While Looking for WorkThe Emerging Professional's Companion is an online resource developed by the AIA and NCARB primarily for use by interns in gaining IDP credit. With the July 2009 edition of the EPC, interns can earn more than supplementary education—Interns can earn up to 5 Minimum (core) Training Units in each IDP Training Area. To learn more visit the Submit for Credit page.
http://www.epcompanion.org/
http://www.epcompanion.org/sign_in.shtml
http://www.epcompanion.org/
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