Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=are_live_podcast

Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the PDD exam.

On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Planning & Design division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PPD exam and we'll cover topics related to coordinating with civil engineers on accessible route conflicts, selecting fire sprinkler systems for unconditioned freeze-prone spaces, anticipating structural and MEP impacts of rooftop generators, coordinating beam and ductwork conflicts in tight ceilings and resolving tree placement conflicts with underground utility lines.

Timestamps:
4:41 - Question No. 1
12:01 - Question No. 2
16:50 - Question No. 3
23:33 - Question No. 4
35:59 - Question No. 5

See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast

Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=are_live_podcast Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the PDD exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Planning & Design division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PPD exam and we'll cover topics related to coordinating with civil engineers on accessible route conflicts, selecting fire sprinkler systems for unconditioned freeze-prone spaces, anticipating structural and MEP impacts of rooftop generators, coordinating beam and ductwork conflicts in tight ceilings and resolving tree placement conflicts with underground utility lines. Timestamps: 4:41 - Question No. 1 12:01 - Question No. 2 16:50 - Question No. 3 23:33 - Question No. 4 35:59 - Question No. 5 See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast

Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=are_live_podcast

Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the PDD exam.

On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Planning &amp; Design division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PPD exam and we'll cover topics related to coordinating with civil engineers on accessible route conflicts, selecting fire sprinkler systems for unconditioned freeze-prone spaces, anticipating structural and MEP impacts of rooftop generators, coordinating beam and ductwork conflicts in tight ceilings and resolving tree placement conflicts with underground utility lines.

Timestamps:
4:41 - Question No. 1
12:01 - Question No. 2
16:50 - Question No. 3
23:33 - Question No. 4
35:59 - Question No. 5

See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast

ARE Live: Project Planning & Design Practice Exam | ARE 5.0 PPD Exam 2026

Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=are_live_podcast

Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the PjM exam.

On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Management division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PjM exam and we'll cover topics related to identifying consultants included in architect basic services, documenting nonconforming work during construction administration, managing architect responsibility for consultant coordination, addressing owner-hired consultant scope disputes and distinguishing basic services from additional services.

Timestamps:
5:35 - Question No. 1
11:47 - Question No. 2
18:48 - Question No. 3
25:54 - Question No. 4
33:34 - Question No. 5

See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast

Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=are_live_podcast Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the PjM exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Management division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PjM exam and we'll cover topics related to identifying consultants included in architect basic services, documenting nonconforming work during construction administration, managing architect responsibility for consultant coordination, addressing owner-hired consultant scope disputes and distinguishing basic services from additional services. Timestamps: 5:35 - Question No. 1 11:47 - Question No. 2 18:48 - Question No. 3 25:54 - Question No. 4 33:34 - Question No. 5 See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast

Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing?utm_source=youtube&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=are_live_podcast

Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the PjM exam.

On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam for the Project Management division of the ARE 5.0. You'll learn about the PjM exam and we'll cover topics related to identifying consultants included in architect basic services, documenting nonconforming work during construction administration, managing architect responsibility for consultant coordination, addressing owner-hired consultant scope disputes and distinguishing basic services from additional services.

Timestamps:
5:35 - Question No. 1
11:47 - Question No. 2
18:48 - Question No. 3
25:54 - Question No. 4
33:34 - Question No. 5

See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast

ARE Live: Project Management Practice Exam | ARE 5.0 PjM Exam 2026

Black Spectacles founder, Marc Teer interviews AIAS president Charlie Klecha to discuss his 7 in 7 effort- to pass all 7 architect registration exams in 7 days- and his newly launched AIAS Pass Scholarship to help recent architecture school graduates pass the ARE.

Link to AIAS' Pass Scholarship: http://aias.org/pass

Register for the next ARE Live Broadcast:
blackspectacles.com/podcast

AIA ARE Prep powered by Black Spectacles-
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Mike's Recommended Resources to pass the ARE:
https://blackspectacles.com/blog/books-need-to-pass-are-exam-resources

Black Spectacles founder, Marc Teer interviews AIAS president Charlie Klecha to discuss his 7 in 7 effort- to pass all 7 architect registration exams in 7 days- and his newly launched AIAS Pass Scholarship to help recent architecture school graduates pass the ARE. Link to AIAS' Pass Scholarship: http://aias.org/pass Register for the next ARE Live Broadcast: blackspectacles.com/podcast AIA ARE Prep powered by Black Spectacles- blackspectacles.com/courses Mike's Recommended Resources to pass the ARE: https://blackspectacles.com/blog/books-need-to-pass-are-exam-resources

Why the AIAS President is taking all 7 ARE exams in 7 days

The Black Spectacles ARE® Live Podcast is your home for navigating the road to passing the Architect Registration Exam (ARE®) and becoming a licensed architect.  

Episodes include discussions about specific ARE & NCARB topics, interviews with distinguished architects & guests, and recordings of live broadcasts covering specific exam topics and questions and answers from a live audience.

First ever NCARB Approved Test Prep Provider for all 6 divisions of ARE 5.0. 

http://blackspectacles.com

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The Black Spectacles ARE® Live Podcast is your home for navigating the road to passing the Architect Registration Exam (ARE®) and becoming a licensed architect. Episodes include discussions about specific ARE & NCARB topics, interviews with distinguished architects & guests, and recordings of live broadcasts covering specific exam topics and questions and answers from a live audience. First ever NCARB Approved Test Prep Provider for all 6 divisions of ARE 5.0. http://blackspectacles.com

The Black Spectacles ARE® Live Podcast is your home for navigating the road to passing the Architect Registration Exam (ARE®) and becoming a licensed architect.  

Episodes include discussions about specific ARE &amp; NCARB topics, interviews with distinguished architects &amp; guests, and recordings of live broadcasts covering specific exam topics and questions and answers from a live audience.

First ever NCARB Approved Test Prep Provider for all 6 divisions of ARE 5.0. 

http://blackspectacles.com

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