08-21-2014, 09:37 AM
Nata Entrance Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is conducted in two parts.
One Part is Drawing Ability test which is Paper Based test and another part is Aesthetic sensitivity test which is conducted online.
Drawing Ability Test (DAT)
Drawing Ability test (DAT) is a paper based test which is conducted to adjudge the drawing aptitude of the candidate. It is a two hours test for 100 marks. Paper consists of three questions, first question is perspective or situation based and is for 50 marks. Second Question (25 marks) asked is usually related to colourful composition, theme or logos and last Question (25 marks) is pertinent to light and shadow, 3D form or creative sculptor.
Following competencies of candidates are adjudged in Drawing Ability Test:
Ability to sketch a given object proportionately and protracting the same in visually appealing manner.
Ability to visualise and draw the effects of light on the object and shadows cast on the surroundings.
Understanding of perspective drawing.
Composing interesting 2 dimensional composition, using given shapes or forms.
Creating visual harmony using colours in given composition.
Understanding of scale and sense of proportion
Memory drawing taking inspiration from day to day experiences.
Aesthetic Sensitivity Test (AST)
Aesthetic Sensitivity Test (AST) is a computer based test of one hour where candidate has to answer 40 multiple choice questions. The AST measures candidates perception, imagination and observation, creativity and communication along with architectural awareness. This is a objective type test and comprises following topics.
Visualising three dimensional objects from two dimensional drawings.
Visualising different sides of three dimensional object.
Analytical Reasoning.
Mental Ability
Imaginative comprehension and expression
Architectural Awareness
Scoring Process
The Answer to each question in the 'drawing' paper will be examined by a panel of three examiners independently and the marks are averaged. It may be further subject to moderation. During the computer based test, with adaptive testing, an examinee is administered a set of questions with a difficulty level that is specifically designed to match the examinee's ability level. The mathematical process for calculating a score in this situation incorporates the statistical properties of the questions, the examinee's performance on the questions, and the number of questions that are answered.
How the Sections of the Test Are Scored
Drawing Section
The primary emphasis in scoring the drawing section is on the candidate's drawing, imagination and observation skills. The candidate's sense of proportion & perspective is also evaluated together with sense for colour and composition.
Aesthetic Sensitivity Section
The candidate's score will depend on his / her performance on the questions given and on the number of questions answered in the time allotted. This section is computer adaptive, meaning that the computer selects questions based on the candidate's performance on preceding questions (When correct answer is given, next question will be of higher difficulty level whereas, if wrong answer is given next question is of lower difficulty level) and on the requirements of the test design.
Test design factors that influence which questions are presented to the candidate include:
The statistical characteristics (including difficulty level) of the questions already answered
The required variety of question types
The appropriate coverage of content
The final score depends on average difficulty level of all questions and of those questions answered correctly. E.g. person with correct answer for less number of questions of higher difficulty level may score higher marks than someone who answers more number of questions correctly but of lower difficulty level. Time allotted to answer the question is between 60 and 90 seconds depending upon the question. The time remaining to answer the question is displayed on the screen. The "per second" countdown begins 30 seconds before the allotted time for that question ends. In case no answer is offered till the time ends, the question is skipped and next question appears.
There is no Negative marking in this test.
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is conducted in two parts.
One Part is Drawing Ability test which is Paper Based test and another part is Aesthetic sensitivity test which is conducted online.
Drawing Ability Test (DAT)
Drawing Ability test (DAT) is a paper based test which is conducted to adjudge the drawing aptitude of the candidate. It is a two hours test for 100 marks. Paper consists of three questions, first question is perspective or situation based and is for 50 marks. Second Question (25 marks) asked is usually related to colourful composition, theme or logos and last Question (25 marks) is pertinent to light and shadow, 3D form or creative sculptor.
Following competencies of candidates are adjudged in Drawing Ability Test:
Ability to sketch a given object proportionately and protracting the same in visually appealing manner.
Ability to visualise and draw the effects of light on the object and shadows cast on the surroundings.
Understanding of perspective drawing.
Composing interesting 2 dimensional composition, using given shapes or forms.
Creating visual harmony using colours in given composition.
Understanding of scale and sense of proportion
Memory drawing taking inspiration from day to day experiences.
Aesthetic Sensitivity Test (AST)
Aesthetic Sensitivity Test (AST) is a computer based test of one hour where candidate has to answer 40 multiple choice questions. The AST measures candidates perception, imagination and observation, creativity and communication along with architectural awareness. This is a objective type test and comprises following topics.
Visualising three dimensional objects from two dimensional drawings.
Visualising different sides of three dimensional object.
Analytical Reasoning.
Mental Ability
Imaginative comprehension and expression
Architectural Awareness
Scoring Process
The Answer to each question in the 'drawing' paper will be examined by a panel of three examiners independently and the marks are averaged. It may be further subject to moderation. During the computer based test, with adaptive testing, an examinee is administered a set of questions with a difficulty level that is specifically designed to match the examinee's ability level. The mathematical process for calculating a score in this situation incorporates the statistical properties of the questions, the examinee's performance on the questions, and the number of questions that are answered.
How the Sections of the Test Are Scored
Drawing Section
The primary emphasis in scoring the drawing section is on the candidate's drawing, imagination and observation skills. The candidate's sense of proportion & perspective is also evaluated together with sense for colour and composition.
Aesthetic Sensitivity Section
The candidate's score will depend on his / her performance on the questions given and on the number of questions answered in the time allotted. This section is computer adaptive, meaning that the computer selects questions based on the candidate's performance on preceding questions (When correct answer is given, next question will be of higher difficulty level whereas, if wrong answer is given next question is of lower difficulty level) and on the requirements of the test design.
Test design factors that influence which questions are presented to the candidate include:
The statistical characteristics (including difficulty level) of the questions already answered
The required variety of question types
The appropriate coverage of content
The final score depends on average difficulty level of all questions and of those questions answered correctly. E.g. person with correct answer for less number of questions of higher difficulty level may score higher marks than someone who answers more number of questions correctly but of lower difficulty level. Time allotted to answer the question is between 60 and 90 seconds depending upon the question. The time remaining to answer the question is displayed on the screen. The "per second" countdown begins 30 seconds before the allotted time for that question ends. In case no answer is offered till the time ends, the question is skipped and next question appears.
There is no Negative marking in this test.
