Is outline specification created during SD or DD?

[adie.mitchell]

Flashcard for Outline Specification states it is “issued during DD phase” but PJM Section 2 Quiz Q7 states they “would be developed during the Schematic Design (SD) phase”.

which is correct?

[karim.yussuf]

DOESN’T MATTER AT THIS POINT… I JUST PASSED PjM

[kiaragalicinao]

Hi @adie.mitchell,

Thanks for bringing this to our attention. Our team has updated the flashcard to indicate that outline specifications are “typically issued during SD or DD,” as it does vary by project.

Hope this helps!

Kiara Galicinao, AIA, NCARB
Black Spectacles

[kiaragalicinao]

Congratulations @karim.yussuf!!! I’m so happy to hear that you’ve passed your exam. What a big accomplishment and a perfect way to celebrate as we head into the holiday season.

Also, I responded to your question on this thread so that it hopefully helps you (and others) for future reference.

How is this right answer?!

Hi @karim.yussuf! Thank you for your question. Outline specifications could take place in either SD or DD, depending on the project. As stated in the quiz answer explanation, it is a general list that identifies the scope of work and lists major CSI divisions of work for the project. Therefore, it is one of the earliest steps in the design process. For this question, we must determine the appropriate items to be performed, as well as the sequence they will take place in. You can use a variety …

Thank you again for sharing the awesome news!

Kiara Galicinao, AIA, NCARB
Black Spectacles