The Examination for Architects (ExAC) results and interpretation

The Examination for Architects in Canada (ExAC) is an important step for architects in Canada. Here’s how to get your ExAC exam results and understand the meaning of the scores:

Obtaining ExAC Results

1. Notification of Results:
   • Results are typically released within a few months after the exam.
   • You will be notified via email when the results are available.
2. Accessing Results:
   • Results are usually sent by mail to the address you provided during registration.
   • Some provincial associations may also provide results online or notify you to check your status via their respective portals.

Understanding the Meaning of the Scores

The ExAC is composed of four sections:

1. Section 1: Programming, Site and Environmental Analysis, Coordinating Engineering Systems, Cost Management, Schematic Design, Design Development
2. Section 2: National Building Code of Canada
3. Section 3: Sustainable Design Literacy
4. Section 4: Bidding and Contract Negotiations, Construction Phase – Office Functions, Construction Phase – Field Functions, Management of the Project & Business/Practice Management

Each section is scored individually, and you need to pass each section to pass the overall exam.

Interpreting Your Scores

1. Passing Score: A score of 65% or higher is generally considered passing for each section.
2. Score Report: Your score report will indicate whether you have passed or failed each section.
   • Pass: If you score 65% or higher in a section, you have passed that section.
   • Fail: If you score below 65% in a section, you will need to retake that section.

Tips for Understanding Scores and Next Steps

• Detailed Feedback: Review any feedback provided on your score report to understand areas of strength and areas needing improvement.
• Retake Policy: If you fail a section, you can retake the failed sections. It’s important to focus your study on the specific sections you need to retake.
• Preparation: Use the feedback to guide your study plan for retaking any failed sections, focusing on the areas where you were weaker.

For detailed information or specific queries, it’s best to contact your provincial architectural association directly or refer to the official ExAC guidelines and resources.