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Affordable ARE 5.0 PA study material. Study efficiently with daily assignments that focus on key items from your ARE 5.0 Programming and Analysis exam.

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Programming and analysis

This course is half practice test, half Jenny’s Notes, half study guide. Think of it as ARE homework. What could be more fun?!

This is NOT a replacement for your primary material. This IS a way to study more efficiently. To spend time every day focusing on concepts you will be tested on with the ARE 5.0 Course – PA. You still have to do the hard work, this course makes sure you're working on the right things.

 

“I passed pa today, yoohoo! i had a population pyramid question which i could answer in 1 min thanks to your assignments. that and many more. i owe you for helping me read these charts and maps, decoding the codes and helping me finish with just 10 secs remaining and a likely pass in the end. this has by far been the best way of preparing for these exams!”

– GK from Indianapolis

“I'm so happy to say that I passed my PA retake. i was so much more prepared, mentally and physically. your material really helped me to pass. it was like you read NCARB's mind. Thanks for all your help.”

– Mark from Connecticut

What's in the course?

The course consists of 35 study assignments requiring you to research a topic and draw/write/sketch/calculate your answers. Each assignment focuses on a different topic and includes questions, answers and suggested resources to use to find the answer for yourself. Think of it as a way to focus your studies and make you think critically about specific subjects that will be on the exam.

What do I get with my purchase?

  • 5 PDF files with 7 assignments each
  • 35 Study Assignments with 225 questions, answers and exercises.
  • 10 additional code-specific assignments borrowed from the PPD Study Course
  • Video answers to all 35 assignments! (These are private YouTube videos…the links are on the answer pages)
  • Suggested readings from some of the most commonly used PA resources like the Space Planning Basics and Site Planning and Design Handbook.
  • Curated links to free online resources, web pages, PDFs and YouTube videos
  • Direct email access with the instructor with focus on ARE 5.0 Course – PA and more.
  • $50 off the Residential Architecture with Revit course

What does it cost?

$45 for the entire course. Not per month, just once.

This is priced for one person, not your whole office, please. Contact me directly for a group rate.

Can I see a sample of the assignments?

Yep. Here are three free Programming and Analysis practice questions covering slope math, building form & climate and zoning stuff. Assignment 1 has the all the work I show in this YouTube video about slopes.

Can I get all the assignments at once?

Yes! All five weeks are available for immediate download! This course is entirely self-paced, so start any time.

This seems like the most amazing resource ever...but I was looking for an actual practice test?

That's cool. Try out this PA Practice Exam from my friend, licensed architect and recent ARE-passer Erik Walker

Do you offer tutoring?

Yes, but I think of it more like coaching. I charge $100/hr, no minimum number of sessions. We can Skype, Facetime or just talk. Visit my calendar to book a session and get the process started.

Things We Can Talk About:

  • Test and study strategy
  • How to handle question types
  • How to stay confident
  • Recommended resources
  • Time management
  • Your post-ARE career
  • Some technical knowledge around ARE 5.0 Course – PA and more.

Things We Can't Talk About:

  • Actual questions you saw on your last exam
  • Where the building goes next to the lake
I passed PA last weekend, thanks in no small amount to your assignments that came out at the perfect time for my test.  Thanks so much, looking forward to working on THe PPD – PDD assignments now !

– JS from Massachusetts

I just wanted you to know that I purchased your PA Course on July 20th and I passed PA on August 1. Maybe PA isn't a hard one for most people, but before your course I really didn't have a clear grasp of what to expect based on the NCARB info, manual and all that jazz. Thank you so much! I don't know how I'll pass these last 2, but passing PA gave me some hope!

– Vivian from Pennsylvania

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I just wanted to thank you for the PA assignments on hyperfine. I got my first pass on the ARE’s yesterday in PA! Your assignments were a huge help in preparing. Thanks a million and God bless!

– Taylor from California

WEEKLY TOPICS

Week 1: Environmental & Contextual Conditions

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  • Slope Math (6 questions) +VIDEO
  • Floods (6)
  • Soils (10)
  • Brownfields (6)
  • Topography (5)
  • Environment Part I – Sun (7)
  • Environment Part II – Climate (7)

Week 3: Site Analysis & Programming

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  • Parking Calculations (6)
  • Historic (5)
  • Site Analysis (6)
  • Site Acoustics (7)
  • Stormwater (5) +VIDEO
  • Site Plan Reading (10)
  • Foundations (6)

Week 5: Building Analysis & Programming (again)

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  • Project Phasing (6)
  • Demographics (8)
  • Cost Estimates (5) +VIDEO
  • Architectural Styles (5)
  • Planning and Land (7)
  • Radon, Lead & Asbestos (9)

Week 2: Codes & Regulations

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  • Zoning – FAR and Setbacks (10)
  • IBC – Use and Occupancy (9)
  • IBC – Building Area (10)
  • IBC – Construction Types and Wall Ratings (5)
  • IBC – Accessible Units (7)
  • ADA – Accessible Routes (7)
  • ADA – General Application & Parking (7)

Week 4: Building Analysis & Programming

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  • Building Efficiency Part I (7)
  • Building Efficiency Part II (4)
  • Adjacency Part I (5)
  • Adjacency Part II (2)
  • Programming (5)
  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis (6) +VIDEO
  • Building Systems (9)

BONUS: Get 10 Additional Code Assignments from the PPD/PDD Course!

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  • Fire Separation
  • ADA Door Swings
  • Stairs
  • Corridors
  • Fire Walls
  • Building Area
  • Mezzanines
  • Atriums
  • Zoning and Code Area
  • Exit Locations
Having Issues?

* Available now means the weekly lesson is available for IMMEDIATE download. You do not have to wait. If you ordered the course and are having trouble accessing the lessons, try the following:

  • Check your spam folder for emails from hyperfine “you got PA Study Assignments Course”
  • Log in to the Gumroad website and click on Library at the top
  • Under your account name at the top right see if there is an option for “Switch to Buying” If there is, click it. This means you are logged in as a seller.
  • Send me an email: ben@hyperfinearchitecture.com

If you are having trouble ordering the course try the following:

  • Do NOT use the AutoFill feature, even if the information is correct.
  • If using PayPal make sure you use your same PayPal email address for the Gumroad site
  • Send me an email: ben@hyperfinearchitecture.com

What is this course NOT?

This is NOT strictly a practice test and the point of this course is not to get a high score on the questions. It is also NOT a replacement for your primary study material. I have additional guides available to help you schedule your study sessions and weed through the many online resources available to find the best ones.

What if I have questions during the course?

Send me an email! The assignments are great, but the best part of this course is that you are not doing it on your own! Enroll today to get started and ask me any ARE 5.0 PcM or PjM questions you have in relation to the course content and how to apply it to your own study schedule!

Have another question? Send me a message!

No contact form needed. We're pretty informal around here, whether its for ARE 5.0 Course – PA or something else, send me an email.

About the Instructor

Ben Norkin

I'm a practicing Maryland and Washington DC licensed architect and visiting lecturer at a local college. I always stress to my students that I am just like they are…just a few years into the future. I did well on the AREs because I can study efficiently. I'm trying to help you do the same! Read more about why I started Hyperfine here.