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Oregon Architecture Jurisprudence Exam COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR-JUST RELEASED
Oregon Architecture Jurisprudence Exam, based on the Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) Chapter
671 and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) Chapter 806.
SUMMARIZED EXAM COVERAGE (POINT FORM)
Licensure Requirements (OAR 806-010-0020)
• Education: Professional degree in architecture meeting board standards
• Experience: Completion of AXP (Architectural Experience Program)
• Examination: Passing ARE (Architect Registration Examination) and Jurisprudence Exam (JE)
• Foreign architects: Written affiliation agreement with Oregon registered architect who has
responsible control
Practice of Architecture – Definition (ORS 671.010)
• Designing buildings and space within and appurtenant to buildings
• Planning, developing design concepts, preparing technical submissions
• Coordinating construction and providing construction phase services
• Includes preparation of plans never used in construction (Davis v. Board, 2008)
Prohibited & Unlicensed Practice (ORS 671.020)
• Cannot use "Architect" title without valid certificate
• Cannot prepare documents for construction without license
• Cannot indicate on website that practicing architecture without license (Twist Architecture v.
Board, 2017)
• Penalties: Civil penalties up to $5,000
Board Structure & Authority (ORS 671.120)
• 5 architects who are Oregon residents + 2 public members
• Rulemaking authority (ORS 671.125)
• Investigative and disciplinary authority (ORS 671.090, 671.100)
Responsible Control & Stamping (ORS 671.020, 671.025)
• Stamp indicates responsible control over technical submission content
• Required on plans submitted for building permits
• Registered architect responsible for custody and use of stamp
Business Entities (ORS 671.041)
• Firms must hold certificate of registration
• Responsible control by registered architect required
• Foreign architectural firms may register
Contract & Client Relations
• Signed contract agreement required for binding obligations
• Material changes require written amendment signed by all parties
• Architects retain copyright unless transferred by contract
Ethical Obligations & Conflicts of Interest
• Fiduciary duty: act in client’s best interests
• Cannot own stock in company for which providing design services without disclosure
• Must report criminal convictions related to professional conduct
Continuing Education (ORS 671.395)
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• Biennial renewal with continuing education requirements
• Maintains knowledge and competence
Enforcement & Penalties (ORS 671.090, 671.220)
• Board may investigate violations
• Civil penalties, injunction authority
• Unlicensed practice fines up to $5,000
1. What is the primary purpose of the Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 671 regarding architects?
A) To provide design guidelines for residential buildings
B) To regulate the practice of architecture and protect public health, safety, and welfare
C) To establish fee structures for architectural services
D) To manage construction contractor licensing
Answer: B
Rationale: ORS Chapter 671 establishes the legal framework for architect registration and practice to
safeguard the public.
2. According to OAR 806-010-0020, which of the following is required for registration by examination as
an architect in Oregon?
A) Only a professional degree in architecture
B) Professional degree, AXP completion, passing ARE and Jurisprudence Exam
C) Ten years of experience without examination
D) NCARB certification only
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Answer: B
Rationale: OAR 806-010-0020 requires education, AXP, ARE, and Jurisprudence Exam for registration.
3. Under ORS 671.010, the "practice of architecture" includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Preparing technical submissions for a building
B) Planning and developing design concepts
C) Performing construction work as a contractor
D) Providing construction phase services
Answer: C
Rationale: The practice of architecture involves design and related services, not performing physical
construction work.
4. Who comprises the Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners?
A) Seven architects only
B) Five architects and two public members
C) Four architects and three public members
D) Six public members only
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Answer: B
Rationale: ORS 671.120 specifies five architect members and two public members on the Board.
5. What does an architect's stamp on a technical submission attest to under Oregon law?
A) That the contractor will follow the design
B) That the project will be completed on budget
C) That the architect has responsible control over the content
D) That the city approves the plans
Answer: C
Rationale: ORS 671.020(3) states the stamp with signature indicates responsible control over the
technical submission.
6. Which of the following is considered unlicensed practice of architecture in Oregon?
A) Preparing building plans for a client without a valid certificate
B) Providing interior design consultation
C) Supervising a construction crew under a licensed architect
D) Reviewing building codes for personal knowledge
Oregon Architecture Jurisprudence Exam COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR-JUST RELEASED
Oregon Architecture Jurisprudence Exam, based on the Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) Chapter
671 and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) Chapter 806.
SUMMARIZED EXAM COVERAGE (POINT FORM)
Licensure Requirements (OAR 806-010-0020)
• Education: Professional degree in architecture meeting board standards
• Experience: Completion of AXP (Architectural Experience Program)
• Examination: Passing ARE (Architect Registration Examination) and Jurisprudence Exam (JE)
• Foreign architects: Written affiliation agreement with Oregon registered architect who has
responsible control
Practice of Architecture – Definition (ORS 671.010)
• Designing buildings and space within and appurtenant to buildings
• Planning, developing design concepts, preparing technical submissions
• Coordinating construction and providing construction phase services
• Includes preparation of plans never used in construction (Davis v. Board, 2008)
Prohibited & Unlicensed Practice (ORS 671.020)
• Cannot use "Architect" title without valid certificate
• Cannot prepare documents for construction without license
• Cannot indicate on website that practicing architecture without license (Twist Architecture v.
Board, 2017)
• Penalties: Civil penalties up to $5,000
Board Structure & Authority (ORS 671.120)
• 5 architects who are Oregon residents + 2 public members
• Rulemaking authority (ORS 671.125)
• Investigative and disciplinary authority (ORS 671.090, 671.100)
Responsible Control & Stamping (ORS 671.020, 671.025)
• Stamp indicates responsible control over technical submission content
• Required on plans submitted for building permits
• Registered architect responsible for custody and use of stamp
Business Entities (ORS 671.041)
• Firms must hold certificate of registration
• Responsible control by registered architect required
• Foreign architectural firms may register
Contract & Client Relations
• Signed contract agreement required for binding obligations
• Material changes require written amendment signed by all parties
• Architects retain copyright unless transferred by contract
Ethical Obligations & Conflicts of Interest
• Fiduciary duty: act in client’s best interests
• Cannot own stock in company for which providing design services without disclosure
• Must report criminal convictions related to professional conduct
Continuing Education (ORS 671.395)
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• Biennial renewal with continuing education requirements
• Maintains knowledge and competence
Enforcement & Penalties (ORS 671.090, 671.220)
• Board may investigate violations
• Civil penalties, injunction authority
• Unlicensed practice fines up to $5,000
1. What is the primary purpose of the Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 671 regarding architects?
A) To provide design guidelines for residential buildings
B) To regulate the practice of architecture and protect public health, safety, and welfare
C) To establish fee structures for architectural services
D) To manage construction contractor licensing
Answer: B
Rationale: ORS Chapter 671 establishes the legal framework for architect registration and practice to
safeguard the public.
2. According to OAR 806-010-0020, which of the following is required for registration by examination as
an architect in Oregon?
A) Only a professional degree in architecture
B) Professional degree, AXP completion, passing ARE and Jurisprudence Exam
C) Ten years of experience without examination
D) NCARB certification only
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Answer: B
Rationale: OAR 806-010-0020 requires education, AXP, ARE, and Jurisprudence Exam for registration.
3. Under ORS 671.010, the "practice of architecture" includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Preparing technical submissions for a building
B) Planning and developing design concepts
C) Performing construction work as a contractor
D) Providing construction phase services
Answer: C
Rationale: The practice of architecture involves design and related services, not performing physical
construction work.
4. Who comprises the Oregon State Board of Architect Examiners?
A) Seven architects only
B) Five architects and two public members
C) Four architects and three public members
D) Six public members only
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Answer: B
Rationale: ORS 671.120 specifies five architect members and two public members on the Board.
5. What does an architect's stamp on a technical submission attest to under Oregon law?
A) That the contractor will follow the design
B) That the project will be completed on budget
C) That the architect has responsible control over the content
D) That the city approves the plans
Answer: C
Rationale: ORS 671.020(3) states the stamp with signature indicates responsible control over the
technical submission.
6. Which of the following is considered unlicensed practice of architecture in Oregon?
A) Preparing building plans for a client without a valid certificate
B) Providing interior design consultation
C) Supervising a construction crew under a licensed architect
D) Reviewing building codes for personal knowledge
