Architecture Licensure Examination Philippines: References & What-nots

Hello ladies & gents!

Today I will once again be talking about architecture. 

But this blog's particular topic revolves around an architectural milestone that architecture students keep at the back of their heads pretending its still doesn't concern them because at the moment they are dealing with things of greater weight - plates and thesis. 

An architectural milestone that gives the chills and jitters to the architecture graduates because this a point in time filled with career defining decision making moments. 

Also, this milestone to when now registered and licensed architects look back to breathes out a sigh of relief knowing that it is finally over.

Yes, the ALE or the Architecture Licensure Examination.

The ALE is like a barrier, a wall that you must climb over and you must land on the other side with both feet. Thank goodness, I am now other side of the wall unscathed, or so I'd like to believe. It is my obligation as an architect to mentor the aspirants of the profession. Hence, I have done a number of talks, here and there, sharing my ALE experiences.  I did a talk entitled Conquering the ALE in various settings, to name a few of the events I attended as a resource speaker.

Enough of me making justifications for this post, and just go on with the two things I want to share with all the aspirants of the profession!

1. References

Today I share with you a link to folder of review materials/references/power points which I used during the review myself. Architecture in general does not get outdated. The only things that change are (1) Law Updates, (2) New Building Technologies & Materials, (3) New Renowned Architects and (4) New Architectural Landmarks. So, if you need good review reads click here to download my stash. Note: These aren't mine, so credit goes to whoever owns those handouts. If you happen to own any of these and do not wish to share them freely, please send me a private message and I'd be more than willing to take them out.

2. Videos!

I have a dog right now. Her name is Fletcher because when we first bought her she was black, huge and fat for a puppy. She basically reminded me of Sir Banister Fletcher's History of Architecture bible, I mean book. My point is that one book is ginormously thick, thick book equals long read. I'm not saying you don't read it, what I'm saying is you have a whole lot reading to do. Why not take a break by watching videos and documentaries? There are quite a bunch of documentaries out there but the most helpful video compilation during my time was a series on the History Channel entitled 'Engineering an Empire'. Try to see if you can download it from this torrent link.

3. L.A.R.O.

For those of you who don't know yet, the United Architects of the Philippines Graduate Auxiliary hosts a bi-annual A.L.E. assistance conference entitled Learn Architecture Review Out-of-the-box. It is a three day event specially designed for those who are taking the board exam. What do you get from joining this seminar? Well, nothing really. *insert sarcasm here* You just get REVIEW tips and materials from A.L.E. topnotch-ers, from super awesome architecture professors, from the PRC representatives, from the PRBOA (the people who make the exam themselves) and a whole lot more. So, have if want to join this event it is now on its 7th round. Click here to know more about L.A.R.O.

These are just some of the many tips I can share with you guys.

Good luck and God speed future architects!