Identify and prioritize components required to write, maintain, and refine project manual (U/A) You will need to be able to determine and assemble the content of a project manual, including the general conditions; instructions for procurement, bidding, and contracting; and project specific requirements. This also requires the identification and preparation of any additional exhibits or special conditions required for project execution
Determine adherence to building regulatory requirements (IBC) at detail level (U/A) It is critical to be able to apply the International Building Code to the design and documentation of a project, including means of egress, fire and smoke protection, material and assembly requirements, and the ways in which changes to occupancy, floor size, or other details can impact code requirements.
Determine adherence with specialty regulatory requirements at the detail level (U/A) It is also important to be able to apply specialty regulations to the design and documentation of a project. This includes accessibility requirements, energy codes, standards for historic preservation, Fair Housing, environmental regulations, and other local or site specific regulations
Identify and prioritize components required to write, maintain, and refine project specifications (U/A) You will need to determine the appropriate type of specifications to be used for a project, and you will need to identify which divisions are necessary based on project requirements. You will also need to analyze, select, and specify materials within a project in order to meet project requirements, testing protocols during construction, and common industry standards for materials and methods.
Determine appropriate documentation of building design (A/E) Architects must identify a drawing and documentation approach based on project complexity, materials and assemblies, delivery method, and other project or construction related requirements. Throughout project documentation, you must know how to refine, update, and make adjustments to the drawings to align with new or changing project requirements. Documentation must also indicate final selections of building materials, assemblies, and finishes.
It's unfortunate that I'm only just coming across this video. I'm on my 3rd attempt of PPD this year. It's my last exam, and the only one I haven't passed on the first attempt (fortunately). Hyperfine has been a staple in my studying. Karin's and Erik's notes are awesome comprehensive references. The most recent material I purchased that has been helpful was the PPD & PDD practice exam bundle from ARE Questions (Elif Bayim I believe?). 2 full mock exams for each. I'm hoping the inclusion of a few more of the resources listed will do the trick. Thanks for the content!
I feel so overwhelmed on this exam. I was hoping you would recommend chapters in each book. It would take me a year to go through all the material. Trying to create my own guide now using what you presented
I don’t currently have a compiled list of chapters to study in each book, however I recommend focus on the main topic categories as outlined in my study schedule. Based off those topics, read through the index of each book and isolate the chapters you need. I used the Hyperfine study plan to get started but the chapters don’t always align perfectly depending on which version of textbook you have. I’ll try to put together a compiled list in the coming weeks. Happy studying!
Thank you for your reply! The video was very helpful I am just a slow reader so I am trying to make my hours count. That would be great if you just had a rough guide of chapters. But the way how do I send you an image of my dog for your videos?
You got this! The PPD and PDD exams are definitely very difficult. Studying for them together was definitely helpful to me and others as a lot of the content does overlap.
With Quizlet, there are so many different versions from the various ones people contribute. Are there any in particular you can recommend? It's not my favorite interface and not totally sure if all the info is accurate. Thanks!
I would typically just search for the exam I was studying for and then browse through the different study sets to see which one had the most content that seemed relevant (and the fewest spelling mistakes).
Thanks for the video. If I have the 5th edition of the Fundamentals in Building Construction book do you think that is that sufficient? I rather not have to buy the newer edition if I already have this one.
5th Edition will work! There shouldn't be too many differences between each addition. Those books are expensive so I would not think its worth it to get another edition.
Not very helpful. I would focus on using the NCARB recommended study materials for this exam. I would only look at 3rd party study resources when I needed additional help in understanding a specific topic.
I personally started with the Practice Management exam, though you may want to start with a different one depending on your experiences in the profession so far. I made a video about which order to take the exams. Check it out here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vT4gq_z8wUw.html
just took PPD for the second time and got the most likely failed…it’s so discouraging. I hope your recommendations will be the missing pieces I need. :(
I have only the PPD and PDD left, I failed both once already, and for some reason failing these two hit me harder because I felt like I studied alot for things I wasn't tested on that I thought would be on the exams.
PPD and PDD are by far the most difficult exams. Don’t be discouraged by failing. I failed both of these but I kept at it and passed eventually! Look over your score report so you have an idea of what topic areas you should focus on for the next round. Don’t give up! You can do it!!!
I only studied for 10 hours, over the course of like 2 days, and I passed PPD on the first try.... is that normal? My mind keeps telling me it's a fluke.
