ARE Prep
Beginning February 2009, The AIA New York Chapter and it's Emerging New York Architects committee (ENYA) launched a pilot Boot Camp Review program to get intern architects in shape for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE). In the summer 2009, AIANY added graphic vignette workshops to its class offerings. This year we have added to other sessions, one a 3-day workshop with David Thaddeus in preparation for the Structures Division of the exam; the second a screening of the full Norman Dorf Insight Video series. Please see details on all programs below as well as information on our ARE study materials lending library.
If you would like to be added to the notification list for ARE related events, click here; be sure to include your full name, email address and any particular areas of interest.
A.R.E. Bootcamp: Architect Registration Exam Review Classes
Summer 2010: Facilitated Study Groups
Wednesday Evenings 6-8 pm July 7 through August 25 (except: 7/28).
This summer, AIANY will hold one study session for each division of the ARE Exam. Participants are REQUIRED to prepare for the session by taking the NCARB practice questions available in the Exam Guide for each division before arriving.
The sessions will be led by licensed AIANY Chapter members, both recent test takers and experienced practitioners. In the first hour participants will review the practice questions that they completed prior to the class. The instructors will be providing strategies and tips in addition to the answers. The second hour will be participant-directed, leader-facilitated group discussion. Bring your questions related to other study materials and the graphic portion of the exam to make the most of the opportunity.
Schedule by Date (Division)
July 7 (Schematic Design)
July 14 (Construction Documents and Services)
July 21 (Site Planning)
August 4 (Programming Planning and Practice)
August 11 (Building Systems)
August 18 (Building Design and Construction Services)
August 25 (Structures).
Each session is limited to 50 participants. You must register for each session independently.
Registration Fee: $5/session for AIA Members
$20/session for non-members
Click here to register
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ARE Structures Exam Review Class
9 am – 5 pm Saturday, August 21 and August 28
A two day session in preparation for the ARE Structures Exam Division. The material taught provides candidates with a broad review of structural engineering topics they need to be familiar with in order to pass the Structural Systems exam.
Instructor: Clifford Schwinger, P.E., SECB, Vice President, The Harman Group, Inc.
Registration Fee: member: $75; Non-member $125
Click here to register
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Fall 2010 Architect Registration Exam (ARE) Review Classes
We offer ARE Boot Camp Series on a seasonal basis. The next full session will begin in September 2010.
Eight Sundays beginning September 19 and ending December 5 with each session running from 11 am - 3 pm at the Center for Architecture.
Based on the ARE 4.0, this series is a blend of content review, study strategies, tips and tricks, and sample questions. The sessions are led by licensed AIANY Chapter members, both recent test takers and experienced practitioners. Registrants can sign up for multiple or single sessions. The session schedule will be posted and registration will open by the end of August.
Class dates are subject to change but are expected to be: 9/19, 9/26, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5.
Registration Fee:
$10/sessions members
$75/session non-members
EXCEPT: $20/ Structures 2-part session for AIA Members and $100/ Structures 2-part session for non-members
Join and Attend By Month: $250
Pre-requisites: Basic knowledge of the ARE Exam structure and NCARB practice software is recommended. Resources such as free Study Guides and practice software can be downloaded through the NCARB Website.
Study Materials Purchase and Lending Library:
ARE Boot Camp course registration does not include books/study material. AIA members and patrons can purchase discounted materials through shopping links to Kaplan and PPI on the member benefits page. The Chapter also thanks Kaplan for the donation of Kaplan Learning System Libraries for the exam. Members can borrow some of these materials by following the procedures outlined here.
DORF Day(s)
The chapter offers persiodic one or two-day screening of Professor Dorf's Insight Video Series-Demystifying the ARE Graphic Vignettes. At nearly 7 hours, this series covers all 11 vignettes plus a 40 minute comprehensive introduction.
Registration Fee: $95. One registration provides you admitance to the full screening.
The next scheduled screening is a ONE DAY class on Sept. 12, 2010. Registrations will be administered through Nalsa.com, click here to register after August 1, 2010.
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Related Programs
The chapter's annual events "Demystifying the A.R.E." and "Got License" (5/25/2010) provide a framework for understanding the license process and exam. Watch the calendar or email enya@aiany.org to be added to the notification list.
Award Announcement
The chapter has just launched a new award which will recognize significant contributions of interns at an early stage of their career to the AIA New York Chapter. Awards are based on contributions the intern has made to their profession, their community and the AIA New York Chapter. For eligibilty, procedures and deadline, visit the ENYA Merit Award Page.
Associate Membership
Complimentary Membership Notice: New graduates with an accredited degree in architecture are eligible for complimentary membership for up to 18 months and should contact membership staff for details; others can register for a paid membership using the "Join and Attend" option for Boot Camp sessions. Those who live or work in Manhattan are eligible for New York Chapter membership; other chapters may have different dues rates which may require a fee adjustment after course enrollment. Please visit our Membership pages for information about other benefits of membership.
