Contact: academy@sia.org.sg
SIA is authorized by Board of Architects (BOA) to develop and manage the Architecture Practice Course (APC).
Attending APC is mandatory for candidates enrolling in BOA’s Professional Practice Examination (PPE). The course is specifically designed with a combination of both theoretical principles and best-practice curriculum.
The course covers several essential topics in areas of discipline, integrity, skills, judgment and practices to raise the standard of professional knowledge. Tutors for APC are primarily practicing professionals who not only impart core theories and concepts, more importantly share insights through real life experiences, relevant practical case studies and applied knowledge.
The curriculum is as follows:-
– Inception stage
– Feasibility study
– Outline Proposal
– Planning Submission
– Building Plan Submission
– Fire Safety & Security
– Green Mark and WSH
– Detail Design
– Product Information
– Tender Conditions & Action
– Site & Contract Administration
– Application for TOP/CSC
– Maintenance Period / Defects Liability
– Closing out of Project
– Professional Ethics
– Relevant Acts & Statutes
– Managing an Architectural Practice