ARC342H1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Rebar, Fasttrack, Surveying
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Tekton = builder/ craftsman / artisan / artist. Movement to specialization in 1940s breadth of knowledge and responsibility of members of the professions has diminished with the exception of architects. In exchange of being the only person who specializes in architecture you protect the public through your skillset. Since the war -> the professions have moved towards specialization. Architectural specializes are by building type rather than process, still requiring full knowledge of construction because they are still buildings. Ex. concert halls, office buildings, retail, galleries, museums, labs. Protect the client from the evil forces of contractors, etc. > you are the prime consultants, holding the contracts of consultants and coordinating the work of all others. Primary contact for authorities; since you have jurisdiction -> get the permits and make sure that everything is to code. Primary contract for the contractor or construction manager. Issue of liability need to buy liability insurance. Issue of personal injury - liable for life.
