Looks at the role of an architect, examines the education and experience required to practice, and discusses career paths and the future of the profession.
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Waldrep (architecture, U. of Maryland) brings the perceptions and narratives of dozens of students and practitioners as he defines the role of an architect and who is most likely to succeed, education from childhood through high school and pursuit of an accredited degree, experience at various levels, including as a volunteer, researcher, intern and full-time professional, licensure, career design, and the future of the profession. He gives a number of valuable resources for architects, including professional organizations and websites, and lists accredited architecture programs in the US and Canada. Although nominally designed to help high school students plan their educational and work experiences toward a career in architecture, this guide can double as a resource for those in later life seeking a second career or as a reference for professionals in related fields such as urban planning and construction. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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