NCIDQ Exam Content – Section 2

Section 2 addresses the content areas of Design Application, Project Coordination and Profession Practice. Candidates are given 3½ hours to complete Section 2. Download the PDF version of this information.

Section 2: Design Application, Project Coordination and Professional Practice

CONTENT AREA DISTRIBUTION
1.

Knowledge of and skill in application of:

  • The relationship between human behavior and the designed environment
  • Design theory

17 Questions
13.6% of test

2.

Knowledge of and skill in:

  • Programming
  • Site analysis procedures (e.g. project context, existing conditions, location, surroundings, views, and geography)
  • Sustainable design practices

20 Questions
16.0% of test

3.

Knowledge of and skill in:

  • Analyzing and synthesizing programmatic information

10 Questions
8.0% of test

4.

Knowledge of and skill in:

  • Selection, specification, use and care of furniture, fixtures and equipment, including window treatments and textiles
  • Sourcing and research as it relates to manufacturers’ and vendors’ information

10 Questions
8.0% of test

5.

Knowledge of and skill in:

  • Written and verbal design communication methods and techniques
  • Visual communication methods and techniques

21 Questions
16.8% of test

6.

Knowledge of and skill in:

  • Project coordination procedures
  • Roles and goals of related design professionals

20 Questions
16.0% of test

7.

Knowledge of and skill in application of:

  • Business practices
  • Business ethics
  • Post-occupancy evaluation services

27 Questions
21.6% of test

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