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The document outlines the fundamentals of professional practice in architecture, emphasizing the ethical and legal responsibilities of architects, as well as the distinction between profession and business. It details the roles of architects, the significance of the Architects Act of 1972, and the functions of the Council of Architecture (COA) and the Indian Institute of Architects (IIA). The COA regulates the profession while the IIA promotes architectural development and education.

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PPE Unit1 2 Notes

The document outlines the fundamentals of professional practice in architecture, emphasizing the ethical and legal responsibilities of architects, as well as the distinction between profession and business. It details the roles of architects, the significance of the Architects Act of 1972, and the functions of the Council of Architecture (COA) and the Indian Institute of Architects (IIA). The COA regulates the profession while the IIA promotes architectural development and education.

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Professional Practice in Architecture (PPE)

Unit 1 & Unit 2 – Full Notes with Detailed Answers

■ Unit 1 – Introduction to Professional Practice

■ Definition of Professional Practice


Professional practice in architecture is the application of specialized knowledge, design skills,
ethics, and legal principles to deliver services in planning, designing, and managing construction
projects. It ensures the architect serves the client and society responsibly.

■ Qualities of a Professional Architect


- Ethical integrity - Technical competence - Creative and analytical ability - Communication and
coordination skills - Accountability to clients and society

■ Profession vs Business
- Profession: Knowledge-based, service-oriented, guided by ethics and law (Architecture,
Medicine). - Business: Profit-oriented, commercial, not necessarily based on specialized education.
- Architecture is a profession as it requires education, licensing, and ethical conduct.

■ Roles & Responsibilities of an Architect


- Preparing designs in compliance with codes and client requirements - Preparing working
drawings, estimates, and tender documents - Coordinating consultants (structural, services,
landscape) - Supervising construction to ensure safety and quality - Advising clients on contracts,
materials, and costs - Upholding ethics and public safety

■ Professional Ethics
Professional ethics are moral obligations that ensure honesty, transparency, fairness, and
responsibility in architectural practice. They safeguard clients, workers, and public interest.
■ Unit 2 – Architects Act, COA, and IIA

■ Architects Act, 1972


- Enacted to regulate the profession of architects in India. - Provides legal recognition to architects.
- Restricts use of the title "Architect" to registered professionals. - Establishes the Council of
Architecture (COA).

■ Council of Architecture (COA)


- Statutory body formed under the Architects Act, 1972. - Functions: • Maintain Register of
Architects • Prescribe education standards • Regulate professional conduct & ethics • Take
disciplinary action against misconduct

■ Section 37 of the Architects Act


Only registered architects can use the title 'Architect'. Misuse is punishable with fine and legal
action.

■ Indian Institute of Architects (IIA)


- Founded in 1917 as a professional body. - Promotes architectural development and education. -
Represents Indian architects at international forums (e.g., UIA, CAA). - Organizes seminars,
workshops, and publications for knowledge sharing.

■ Difference between COA and IIA


- COA: Statutory, regulatory, legal authority. Enforces Architects Act, maintains register. - IIA:
Voluntary professional association, promotes welfare of architects, organizes events. - COA
ensures legality, IIA encourages professional growth.

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