architect54

Happy New Year!

So I’ve got two architectural registration exams left, Schematic Design (SD) and Building Design and Construction Systems (BD). Because I’ve failed these exams before, everyone from whom I’ve sought advice has told me to spend more effort in preparation.

Since I’ve seen the SD exam I know what it encompasses and I know how I’ve reacted during an actual exam. What I need to do is find a way to focus on what’s correct. Figuring out what I did wrong, wouldn’t be a bad idea. But really concentrating on what is right is a better use of my time.

That means over analyzing the NCARB passing solutions. Things like figuring out the room and corridor areas and dimensions. It means practicing all of the sample exams in the Schematic Design Ballast booklet. It means setting aside a 3 or 4 hour block on Saturday and another on Sunday to practice some alts or just redo the NCARB practice exam.

It’s time for me to pass these last two straggling exams.

There has been some kind of break down. My study habits are nil.

Maybe I have to take a week vacation with the sense of focusing on studying to place myself in a groove. Sounds very privileged, I know. But I have to do something.

I’ve just lost the enthusiasm and push that I had at the beginning. I still want it. But I’m so laid back. I’ll never get it like this. I’ve got to adjust something to put studying back in front.

With two architectural registration exams left, I’m too close to not make it. I’ve put in too much.

Should I keep going? OF COURSE!!! The architectural registration exam isn’t even that large of a hill! Don’t even tell yourself that it is. It takes time and effort. For some it only takes time.

So get over to NCARB. Start to figure out what you should be studying and practice those vignettes!

Grab a study guide, or flashcards, or reference book, or all of the above. Start using them!

Get onto one of those helpful sites that address the ARE, like AREforum, and it’s ftp, or dive into the ftp ‘backup’ at Ironwarrior. Use your resources people!!!

Let’s conquer the ARE!!!