Can you recommend building permit courses?
There are many online available. Some include:
Are there any bridging course available which could help me to understand more about technical stuff, building envelope, co-assemblies etc.?
Refer to the answer above. They included Building Permit courses and others.
Is five the maximum number of projects that IIDs can log at one time? Or can we add projects to the spreadsheet?
The maximum is 15.
Any advice for the written portion of the logbook?
I want to ask about international experience gained abroad (outside Canada) and the deadline to submit this experience?
The AAA does not recognize experience gained abroad unless the work is being overseen by an Alberta Registered Architect with a plan for pre-approval.
Is there a six-month time period for the first-time logbook submission?
Logbook submission are based on the number of accumulated hours. Once you reach between 940 and 1,000 hours, you should submit a logbook. You do not have to wait.
Is there a good place to find example questions for the ExAC exams?
Visit the
ExAC website for all the support information you need.
Can I work for two different firms at the same time?
Yes, but you must keep separate logbooks.
I was just noticing on page 4 that there is only room for 10 projects even though we are allowed 15 projects for submission - am I reading this wrong?
Use the two pages over again. 15 is the maximum not 10.
I'm having trouble finding a mentor, is there any advice you can give for how to find one?
If your supervisor cannot assist you, please contact the AAA.
If you register as an intern architect and are unable to find a job for a while, does your 5-year count begin immediately after registration or when you find a job?
What is the limit of projects that an Intern Interior Designer can log per reporting period? The current logbook only has space for five projects. Are we able to add more?
Are you able submit hours worked under an architect/interior designer before your intern approval is finalized?
In the intern interior designer logbook template, there is a row labeled "summary of reviewed experience" with numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. Does this refer to 1-5 weeks or 1-5 days?
Can we work outside of Alberta in a different province?
As an Intern Interior Designer nearing the completion of my internship, I have questions about what the advantages and disadvantages of becoming licensed. Does the Code of Ethics section on conflict of interest prevent a Licensed Interior Designer from having a business that involves selling product that may be marked up?
Are the logbook submission deadline requirements the same for IIDs as outlined for the IAs? (fines + forfeiting hours)
I have recently moved to BC and am over 7 years of intern years. I was deferred in my interview but wish to finish my registration in Alberta. I have finished my hours. do I need to continue logging hours?
For the IID logbook do we have to submit every 6 months like the Intern Architect? Or can we just submit every 1,000 hours?
What is the number of years allowed for leave of absence?
One year. Parental leave can be extended to 18 months to align with Federal Government Guidelines. An intern can apply for leave absence more than once during their internship.