MSc in Applied Building Information Modelling & Management Postgraduate Diploma in Collaborative BIM Postgraduate Certificate in BIM Technologies Streams Options & Module Learning Outcomes and Indicative Syllabi
Table of Contents 1 BIM Architecture Stream... 3 2 BIM Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Stream... 3 3 BIM Geomatics Engineering Stream... 4 4 BIM Surveying & Construction Management Stream... 4 BIM Architecture Primary Building Elements... 5 BIM Architecture Secondary Building Elements... 6 BIM Architecture Tertiary Building Elements... 7 Introduction to BIM for Construction Management... 8 Introduction to BIM for Cost & Value Management... 9 Advanced BIM for Construction and Project Management... 10 BIM M&E (Mechanical and Electrical)... 11 Appraisal & Validation in Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM)... 12 Point Cloud Science... 14 Systems & Practice 2... 15 Scan2BIM2Field... 16 Cross Domain BIM Architecture... 17 Cross Domain BIM M&E... 18 Cross Domain BIM Surveying & Construction Management... 19 Cross Domain BIM Geomatics (Geomatics Engineering for BIM)... 20 Theory & Practice of Building Information Modelling and Management... 21 Federated BIM Model... 22 BIM Execution Planning and Project Protocols... 23 Sustainable BIM Design and Construction... 25 Understanding Data Set Management & BIM... 26 Collaborative BIM Process... 27 Multidisciplinary BIM Project... 28 Research Skills... 29 Capstone Experience... 30
Click on the module title to see the learning outcomes and indicative syllabus. 1 BIM Architecture Stream BIM Architecture Primary Building Elements BIM Architecture Secondary Building Elements BIM Architecture Tertiary Building Elements Cross Domain BIM M&E or Cross Domain BIM Surveying & Construction Management or Cross Domain BIM Geomatics (Geomatics Engineering for BIM) Theory & Practice of Building Information Modelling and Management Federated BIM Model BIM Execution Planning and Project Protocols or Sustainable BIM Design and Construction or Understanding Data Set Management & BIM Collaborative BIM Process Multidisciplinary BIM Project Research Skills Capstone Experience Click on the module title to see the learning outcomes and indicative syllabus. 2 BIM Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Stream Cross Domain BIM Architecture BIM M&E (Mechanical and Electrical) Appraisal & Validation in Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM) or Cross Domain BIM Surveying & or Construction Management Theory & Practice of Building Information Modelling and Management Federated BIM Model BIM Execution Planning and Project Protocols or Sustainable BIM Design and Construction or Collaborative BIM Process Multidisciplinary BIM Project Research Skills Capstone Experience Click on the module title to see the learning outcomes and indicative syllabus. Cross Domain BIM Geomatics (Geomatics Engineering for BIM) Understanding Data Set Management & BIM
3 BIM Geomatics Engineering Stream Point Cloud Science Systems & Practice 2 Scan2BIM2Field Cross Domain BIM M&E or Cross Domain BIM Surveying & Construction Management Theory & Practice of Building Information Modelling and Management Federated BIM Model BIM Execution Planning and Project Protocols or Sustainable BIM Design and Construction or Collaborative BIM Process Multidisciplinary BIM Project Research Skills Capstone Experience Click on the module title to see the learning outcomes and indicative syllabus. or Cross Domain BIM Architecture Understanding Data Set Management & BIM 4 BIM Surveying & Construction Management Stream Introduction to BIM for Construction Management Introduction to BIM for Cost & Value Management Advanced BIM for Construction and Project Management Cross Domain BIM M&E or Cross Domain BIM Architecture or Cross Domain BIM Geomatics (Geomatics Engineering for BIM) Theory & Practice of Building Information Modelling and Management BIM Execution Planning or Sustainable BIM Design and or Understanding Data Set and Project Protocols Construction BIM Execution Planning or Sustainable BIM Design and or and Project Protocols Construction Collaborative BIM Process Multidisciplinary BIM Project Research Skills Capstone Experience Click on the module title to see the learning outcomes and indicative syllabus. Management & BIM Understanding Data Set Management & BIM
BIM Architecture Primary Building Elements 1 Select an appropriate application template to begin a building project 2 Describe the organisation of the GUI and identify the hierarchy to locate and execute commands and subcommands on the GUI 3 Set up grids and levels for precise 3D element drawing 4 Interpret sketch and CAD designs for creation of a BIM project 5 Control graphic representation in Revit views 6 Construct and edit primary building elements 7 Use Parameters in Revit 8 Organise digital building data onto plotting sheets 9 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and significance of a specific BIM Technology for Architectural processes Introduction to Revit LO 1 + 2 PBE 1: Walls, LO 3 + 6 PBE 2: Floors, LO 6 + 3 PBE 3: Roofs, LO 6 PBE 4: Organising and documenting the project LO 7 PBE 5: Site LO 6 PBE 6:, Intro to Object styles, Line styles, Shading, Shadows for Revit Views LO 5 + 4 Project Work 1: Selection of Project from the workplace, revision and reinforcement of learning Self-directed Project work 2 Self-directed Project work 3
BIM Architecture Secondary Building Elements 1 Demonstrate an understanding the Revit workflow process 2 Apply view toolsets to drill down into the digital building model creating callouts 3 Apply scales at 1_20, 1_10 and 1_5 to create construction details using views and components. 4 Create and control Revit massing 5 Apply Revit massing for conceptual design with area and volume schedules 6 Use the Family Editor and develop modelling techniques 7 Create Revit content with parametric controls 8 Organise digital building data onto plotting sheets 9 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and significance of a specific BIM Technology for Architectural processes SBE 1: Module Brief introduction, LO 1 + 2 SBE 2: Working to smaller scales in Revit LO 2 + 3 SBE 3: First look at massing, LO 4 +5 SBE 4: Advanced massing. LO 4+5 SBE 5: Data from Massing LO 5 SBE 6: What is the family editor, LO 6 SBE 7: Creating usable Revit content with parameters, LO 7 SBE 8: Combining detailing, massing and the family editor, Project brief. Self-directed Project work Self-directed Project work
BIM Architecture Tertiary Building Elements 1 Utilise the digital building model as a database 2 Use the tools in a BIM Technology to create and schedule data 3 Create Parameters in a BIM Technology 4 Separate building elements to schedulable individual parts. 5 Apply cloud technology for BIM Technology models 6 Apply collaboration theory and toolset in a BIM Technology 7 Create optional designs using a BIM Technology 8 Create a Federated model 9 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and significance of a specific BIM Technology for Architectural processes TBE 1 Module Brief introduction, LO 1 + 2 TBE 2 Creating project and shared parameters in Revit LO 2 + 3 TBE 3; Breaking down building elements into scheduled parts LO 3 TBE 4; Understanding BIM Collaborative Process, BIM in the Cloud LO 4 TBE 5; Collaborative toolsets and the central model LO 5+6 TBE 6; Worksets, the central model, local files LO 5+6 TBE 7; Revit design process, Phasing and design options LO 7 TBE 8; BIM Interoperability and federated Models LO 8 Self-directed Project work
Introduction to BIM for Construction Management 1 Identify a wide variety of uses for 4D BIM 2 Identify the benefits of visualising construction scheduling using 4D 3 Create a composite model from different discipline models 4 Use the 4D design review tools to review models from a constructability perspective and generate RFI s 5 Perform Clash Detection 6 Create a 4D simulation using the scheduling and simulation features in the chosen 4D software by linking model elements to a project timeline/schedule 7 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and significance of a specific BIM Technology for Construction Management processes Introduction to 4D construction management and scheduling with a BIM platform Visualisation of the project Using 4D model for constructability reviews and creating digital RFI s and tracking issues Clash detection and resolution
Introduction to BIM for Cost & Value Management 1 Describe BIM from a cost and value management perspective 2 Identify industry standards for BIM data exchange between applications 3 Describe BIM validation and verification 4 Outline the similarities and differences between traditional take off and BIM based quantity takeoff 5 Extract datasets for cost management in a BIM costing applications 6 Utilise the extracted data outlined above to produce cost plans within the standard QS methodologies 7 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and significance of a specific BIM Technology for Cost and Value Management processes Working with files and file types eg. DWG, DWF, DWFx, IFC 2D Quantification with On-Screen Takeoff Introduction to a BIM authoring application including tools to view and navigate around BIM BIM based quantification and estimating toolsets within the authoring application Working with object properties and running schedules for cost purposes Extract datasets to Excel Importing data from authoring BIM to external cost related application, to produce cost information in QS standard methodologies
Advanced BIM for Construction and Project Management 1 Explain the importance of model validation and checking for Quantity Surveyors 2 Discuss the potential of location based quantities 3 Discuss the differences between a Design BIM and Means and Methods BIM, use a 3D authoring tool to create a means and methods model from a design model 4 Use BIM for Site co-ordinaton and advanced clash detection 5 Use BIM for forward planning, logistics and managing and informing staff on work sequencing and health and safety issues 6 Discuss how to deploy BIM to the supply chain and how to integrate subcontractors and suppliers models 7 Address the deployment of BIM in the field i.e. using BIM on site 8 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and significance of a specific BIM Technology for Construction and Project Management processes Introduction to model validation and model checking tools; Navisworks, Tekla BIMSight and Solibri Model Checker Using Navisworks to create location-based quantities, i.e. ability to tell where, when and what quantities are needed BIM for Constructability: creating a means and methods models from design models using the construction modelling features in Revit 2014 Trade co-ordination with BIM BIM for Contract Administration and site co-ordination BIM on site for Construction and Project Management including modelling and visualising health and safety aspects.
BIM M&E (Mechanical and Electrical) 10 Credits 1 Describe the organisation of the graphic user interface and identify the hierarchy to be able to locate and execute commands & sub commands on the GUI. 2 Import 2D and GBXML datasets. 3 Link architectural models into engineering templates. 4 Create spaces, plenum spaces and zones within a linked model. 5 Generate heating and cooling loads for the building. 6 Complete an electrical installation including lighting fixtures, switches, sockets, electrical panels, cable tray, conduit etc. (using intelligent systems to coordinate between objects) 7 Complete a mechanical installation including FCUs, duct-work, supply and extract grilles, AHUs, pipework, water heaters, sprinkler heads etc. use intelligent systems to coordinate between objects 8 Size and analyse all systems created to test for continuity of system using system inspector tools. 9 Create and edit tags for use on installed services. 10 Create schedules to display objects in table format. 11 Create intelligent families such as FCU s or transformers from inception and import, and link these into drawings. 12 Coordinate the services within a ceiling void, paying attention to surface linking of services and clash detection. 13 Create and apply view templates and edit graphics. 14 Organise data onto digital plotting sheets. 15 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and significance of a specific BIM Technology for Mechanical & Electrical processes Organisation of the graphic user interface (GUI). Hierarchy of commands & sub commands on the GUI. Importing and linking. Visibility control. Spaces. Heating and cooling loads. MEP systems. Tagging and scheduling. Create families. Interference check. Plotting.
Appraisal & Validation in Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM) 1 Demonstrate an ability to utilise software in order to identify, formulate, and analyse problems associated with passive and low energy building design. 2 Validate building models and accepted calculation methodologies by specifying boundary conditions and testing underlying assumptions and limitations. 3 Demonstrate the ability to design building components and hence influence building heat transfer processes to meet specific design criteria. 4 Demonstrate an ability to apply to redesign spaces in order to improve building energy loads. 5 Demonstrate an ability to design and conduct a simple experiment to validate an output from a selected software tool. The over-arching aim of the module, inter alia, is to familiarise and develop skill in the learner in software validation by the following means; 1) Analytical Validation (comparing program results to an analytical solution) 2) Empirical Validation (comparing results to (i) an actual experiment or (ii) field measurements or (iii) BMS results) 3) Validation by comparison with well-established or traditional design parameters and also that the learner have knowledge through the literature on 4) Comparative Validation (program-to-program comparisons) Each of the described validation methodologies has its own advantages and disadvantages and limitations. Therefore, it important that the learner engages with all four validation methods as appropriate. Validations shall be performed at component level and system level. Analysis at component level shall also be reflected at system level. The learner shall use empirical and analytical validation strategy to explore the complex interactions of heat transfer processes in buildings in the following areas; - Shading/Daylighting/Load interaction - Heat transfer in building at component level/building Facades - Natural ventilation strategies/cfd
The learner shall achieve the learning outcomes by employing various methodologies to understand the interoperability and technical communication of the building components in the context of a system. The learner shall engage with the following learning tools and be required to sequence the following strategies to evaluate the outputs of the chosen software tool. - Employing high quality datasets to evaluate the accuracies of models for various low energy design strategies in buildings. - Using IEA Building Energy Simulation Test and Diagnostic method (BESTEST) cases for evaluation, diagnosing and assessing building energy simulation software. - Program outputs shall be compared with experiments performed at research facilities designed for these types of studies. - Students shall also create their own models/test cases and hence use the software for the analytical validation of accepted building design methodologies/norms.
Point Cloud Science 1. Understand, and differentiate between, the various point cloud collection technologies. 2. Understand and apply the various point cloud processing options 3. Understand the sources of error in point cloud collection technologies. 4. Apply appropriate processing methodologies. 5. Understand and generate the various deliverable options from point cloud data. 6. Effectively manage point cloud data. 7. Advise on the collection of point cloud data. 8. Advise on point cloud data processing, deliverables and management. 1. Point Cloud Characteristics: Accuracy, XYZI, Other sensors. 2. Point Cloud Acquisition: a. Measurement science: Time-of-flight, Amplitude modulated phase, Frequency modulated phase comparison, Full waveform measurement. b. Technologies: Terrestrial Laser Scanners, Interferometric scanners, Industrial scanners, Hand scanners, CMM touch and scan probes, Multi-beam echo sounders, Medical scanners. 3. Sources of error: Instrumental, Environmental. 4. Pre-processing: Cleaning, Segmentation, Registration, Adjustment, Geo-referencing. 5. Processing: Decimation, Classification, Modelling, Sectioning, Rendering, Integration with other sensors. 6. Deliverables: Point cloud, 2D/3D vector drawings, Sections, Meshed models, Textured models, CAD primitive models. 7. Management: Reprocessing data, Formatting, Archiving, Metadata. 8. Applications: Case studies.
Systems & Practice 2 1. Understand the various point cloud data collection technologies. 2. Select an appropriate point cloud data collection technology, and associated survey methodology, to suit a particular application. 3. Collect reliable point cloud data. 4. Apply appropriate processing methodologies. 5. Integrate point cloud data from different sources. 6. Integrate processing options and deliverables to develop innovative solutions for a number of realworld scenarios. 7. Work effectively in a team situation. 8. Prepare and present professional reports and presentations. 9. Reflect on the process and self- and peer-involvement therein. For each of two projects: Presentation of the project brief. Tutorials and seminars as deemed necessary by learners and facilitators. Collect in the field and process point cloud data. Acquire existing point cloud data from third parties and establish its efficacy. Process these data. Integrate the different data sets. Produce the deliverables as set-out in the project brief. Quality assure the deliverables as set-out in the project brief. Prepare a team-based, technical report on the project. Presentation by teams on project, including problems arising and their solutions. Prepare an individual reflective report.
Scan2BIM2Field 1 2 3 Differentiate between available tools for point cloud importation and exploitation in BIM applications. Use point cloud data in a BIM project to correctly define the positions of intelligent building elements for a digital building/structure model. Use point cloud data in a BIM project to correctly define the positions of intelligent civil elements for an infrastructure model. 4 Compare as-built point cloud surveys with BIM design models, including Federated Models. 5 Differentiate between appropriate technologies for BIM to field processes. 6 7 Apply knowledge of industry standard data exchange models between BIM and CAD/GIS/CityGML/etc. applications. Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and significance of specific BIM technologies for Scan2BIM2Field processes Introduction to BIM applications: Autodesk Revit and Autodesk Civil 3D Examination of point-cloud software and plug-ins for exploitation of point clouds in BIM applications Selection of appropriate project templates including for large area infrastructure developments Importation and coordination of point cloud data Survey toolspace in Autodesk Civil 3D for point cloud data direct import Introduction to a range of BIM tool sets for building and infrastructure element creation Workflows for creating BIM models from the point clouds Measurement techniques and visualisations for comparing as-built point cloud surveys to designed BIM models Examination of BIM to field technologies for building and infrastructure developments Standard methods for data exchange
Cross Domain BIM Architecture 1 Select an appropriate application template to begin a building project 2 Describe the organisation of the GUI and identify the hierarchy to locate and execute commands, subcommands on the GUI. 3 Set up grids and levels for precise 3d element drawing 4 Interpret sketch and CAD designs for creation of a BIM project 5 Control graphic representation in Revit views. 6 Construct and edit primary building elements 7 Use Parameters in Revit 8 Organise digital building data onto plotting sheets 9 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and use a specific BIM Technology for Architectural processes from the context of another domain Introduction to Revit LO 1 + 2 PBE 1: Walls, LO 3 + 6 PBE 2: Floors, LO 6 + 3 PBE 3: Roofs, LO 6 PBE 4: Organising and documenting the project LO 7 PBE 5: Site LO 6 PBE 6:, Intro to Object styles, Line styles, Shading, Shadows for Revit Views LO 5 + 4 Project Work 1: Selection of Project from the workplace, revision and reinforcement of learning Self-directed Project work
Cross Domain BIM M&E 1 Relate the criterion for a low-energy building under a chosen classification, such as NEAP, BREEAM and LEED 2 Distinguish the relative energy use breakdowns in different building typologies 3 Assess the complex interrelationship of energy flows in a building 4 Distinguish the relative cost of construction and running costs of both highly serviced and low energy building typologies 5 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and use specific BIM Technologies for M&E processes from the context of another domain The over-arching aim of the module, is to familiarise and develop knowledge in the learner of the design philosophies of Mechanical and Electrical building design engineers, and the complex relationship between building services, fabric design and costs. Mechanical Services Design Philosophy - The design of the Mechanical Services must take into account the site microclimate, the building form and orientation of spaces, the thermal performance characteristics of the building, the occupancy trends and restrictions on pollutant emissions. - The criteria for the design and selection of the various mechanical systems shall be examined. - The following issues for appropriate mechanical systems shall be explored; capital cost, running costs, replacement cost, plant space, controls, maintenance, efficiency, noise, appearance, interference with user events, response, impact on build, compatibility with natural ventilation where appropriate. Electrical Services Design Philosophy - The design of the Electrical Services must take into account the building form, the characteristics of the building, the occupancy trends and orientation of spaces. - The criteria for the design and selection of the various electrical systems shall be examined - The following issues shall be examined for appropriate electrical systems; capital cost, running costs, replacement cost, plant space, controls, maintenance, efficiency, noise, appearance, interference with user events, response, impact on build and compatibility with natural daylighting.
Cross Domain BIM Surveying & Construction Management 1 Discuss BIM from a Construction Management perspective 4D 2 Discuss BIM from a QS perspective 5D 3 Identify industry standards for BIM data exchange between applications 4 Articulate the importance of BIM validation and verification 5 Extract data using schedules from BIM authoring tools for quantity checking and carbon calculations 6 Discuss the differences between a Design BIM and Means and Methods BIM 7 Use a 3D authoring tool to create a means and methods model from a design model 8 Evaluate the quality, appropriateness, and use a specific BIM Technology for Surveying and Construction Management processes from the context of another domain Visualisation of the project Using 4D model for constructability reviews and creating digital RFI s and tracking issues Clash detection and resolution Working with files and file types eg. DWG, DWFx, IFC Working with object properties and creating schedules for quantification and carbon costing purposes Extract schedules to Excel Introduction to model validation and model checking tools; Navisworks, Tekla BIMSight and Solibri Model Checker BIM for Constructability, creating a means and methods models from design models using the construction modelling features in Revit 2014 BIM on site for Construction and Project Management including modelling and visualising health and safety aspects.
Cross Domain BIM Geomatics (Geomatics Engineering for BIM) 1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the Geospatial Engineer s potential roles in a collaborative BIM environment 2. Select from a range of techniques for the exploitation of point cloud surveys as solutions for complex BIM-related problems 3. Use the point cloud survey in a BIM project to coordinate and assemble primary building elements for a digital building/structure model 4. Use the point cloud survey in an infrastructure project to assist in the design and management of an infrastructure model 5. Utilise the point cloud for clash detection, setting out, and construction management 6. Apply knowledge of industry standard survey specifications and data exchange models. 7. Critically evaluate the results of utilisation of point clouds in the BIM process 8. Manage the metadata, storage, access, and archiving requirements of point cloud data with reference to international standards Introduction to collaborative BIM Evaluation of industry standard, open source, and emerging BIM applications Import and coordinate point cloud data Introduction to BIM primary building and infrastructure element tool sets Development of workflows for creating different types of BIM model from the point cloud through the application of novel solutions Point cloud utilisation for clash detection, setting out and construction management Exploitation of the information component of BIM Standard methods for data exchange and survey specification options Metadata and data management requirements
Theory & Practice of Building Information Modelling and Management 1 Define the uses of the technologies associated with BIM 2 Discuss the business processes associated with BIM 3 Evaluate which BIM technology is best suited to the needs of each discipline 4 Illustrate how BIM technologies can be used throughout the building design process 5 Illustrate how BIM technologies can be used throughout the building construction process 6 7 8 Evaluate how BIM technologies can be a valuable asset to facilities management personnel Describe the importance of collaboration in the use of BIM technologies Describe how the interoperability of modern technologies are important to the BIM process 9 Give examples of the current standards associated with BIM and its implementation This module is based on the theory behind the current BIM processes, standards and technologies. The use of each individual technology is explained in terms of its suitability for each AEC discipline. The tasks that can be achieved by these technologies are outlined in detail including their interoperability. The use of BIM technologies as a collaborative design and construction process. How BIM can be utilised as facilities maintenance and management tool. The current National and International BIM Standards are explored including mandatory legislation. This module is designed to give each participant a working knowledge of the capabilities of collaborative BIM processes and technologies as contributors to this process. The module will combine the theory behind BIM technologies, management, processes and standards.
Federated BIM Model 1 Apply an appropriate technology application for use in a federated model strategy 2 Export a domain-specific BIM model for coordinated collaboration 3 Import and combine domain-specific BIM models into a Federated model 4 Apply domain-specific model checking and combined model checking within the Federated model application 5 View individual model data and combined model datasets 6 Create interference and clash detection reports and track through to resolution 7 Simulate construction sequence to verify building or demolition feasibility 8 Evaluate the process of carrying out clash detection and sequencing from a federated model Introduction to Federated Model applications Setting up a BIM model for export using shared coordinates IFC and Interoperability Importing domain-specific models using shared coordinates Real time navigation within the federated model with data on, data off techniques Generating interference and clash detection reports Track clash detection resolution process Advanced visualization features to create 3D animations and renderings to present projects to clients Simulate construction schedules in 4D to visually express and examine project activities 4D scheduling features to verify building or demolition feasibility Self-directed Project work
BIM Execution Planning and Project Protocols On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to: 1 To appreciate how to Manage BIM projects and formulate the ability to define the BIM deliverables in the form of information exchanges. 2 Understand critical issues for realistic BIM Strategies to carry out an assessment and map BIM capability and maturity levels required to fit project requirements. 3 Have the ability to assess barriers to BIM implementation and address those barriers to ensure successful implementation of BIM at corporate, company and project level. Assess technical, semantic and organizational interoperability issues. 4 Critically review internationally established frameworks for BIM protocols and standards. Establish key performance indicators for requiring BIM on projects, and the criteria for BIM implementation and the level of development of the models. 5 Have the ability to plan and implement a BIM training programme, which incorporates established BIM protocols and standards. INTRODUCTION TO BIM IMPLEMENTATION BIM in the AEC Industry today A Review of Frameworks Level 2 versus Level 3 BIM BIM Lifecycle - for Design, Construction and FM BIM Collaboration Strategies and Teamwork Data Exchange Employers Information Requirements - PAS1192-2 Project Implementation Plan - PAS1192-2 BIM PROTOCOL Incorporation into Contracts A Review of Contract Templates Intellectual Property Rights Liability for use of model Information Manager Role meeting Organizational Strategy Change Management and Referencing
BIM EXECUTION PLAN Introduction & Standards Project and Stakeholders BIM Objectives Organisational Execution with Key Performance Indicators BIM Programme Level of Model Definition - The importance of Level of Detail & Development Communication reference points: Axes & Project Shared Coordinate System Modelling Standards BIM EXECUTION PLAN - Collaboration Common Data Environment BS1192:2007 Agreed Format of Exchanged Model Data Model Naming Convention & Versioning Model / Data Subdivision Model / Data Validation
Sustainable BIM Design and Construction On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to: 1 Identify potential design solutions and show how these could be synthesised into a coherent building design proposal. 2 Communicate effectively and interact constructively with other members of the design project team and gain an understanding of the ICT tools available in achieving sustainable design and construction. 3 Make a quantitative assessment of building performance based on suitable application of BIM comparative analysis methods and communicate analysis results and design proposals in a professional manner. 4 Discuss critically the specific problems of sustainability in AEC. 5 Exercise critical judgement in relation to appropriate selection and weighting of sustainability assessment criteria. Overview, history and introduction to modelling sustainable design. Modelling site and climate. Building placement, orientation and layout for sustainability. Optimising natural daylighting, heating/cooling and ventilation. Optimising building fabric for sustainability. Optimising mechanical & electrical services through modelling. Optimising construction operations for sustainability. Using BIM to model energy load, GHG emissions. Introduction to Passive House principals. Overview of the existing sustainability systems: LEED, BREEAM, DGNB. Sustainability in the global context, drivers, futures, exemplars. The project-based curriculum explores an information modelling approach to sustainable design that spans architecture and related engineering disciplines and addresses key topics of sustainability in the field of building construction. This curriculum is intended to be part of a formal exploration of Building Information Modelling (BIM) methodologies that support the development of critical thinking skills. The use of this curriculum will prepare students for the integrated practice of sustainable design and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Understanding Data Set Management & BIM On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to: 1 Explain information exchange needs of facility maintainers, operators, and asset managers and recognise the data sources which can satisfy these requirements in throughout the life cycle of the project. 2 Construct a matrix of project responsibility to facilitate capture and exchange of life cycle information needed for a facility. 3 Analyse project workflows and recognise roles and owners of the structured and unstructured information at different stages of the project. 4 Discuss technologies for data set management, select and apply different technology solutions for data storage and handover from basic spreadsheets to cloud computing solutions and BIM servers. 5 Understand industry standard methods for the capture and exchange of life cycle information needed for a facility including COBIe and buildingssmart IFC standards. Introduction to data set management & BIM o Traditional project delivery, procurement process and data handover o BIM based project delivery, procurement process and integrated project delivery (IPD) o Deployment of IT, mindset change and the role of education o Benefits of and challenges for BIM after the project, data requirements for facility management Technologies for data exchange o Data exchange standards and model views: IFC, IFD, IDM, COBIe, NBIMS o File based data exchange, native formats, spreadsheets, use of standards o BIM servers and integrated environments (BIMServer, ONUMA, ) o Data requirements for smart buildings o Management of sensor data and web based services and mobile services. Project information handover o Handover planning and organization o Project responsibility matrix and understanding of information requirements o Business considerations and legal issues for designers, contractors and owners/users (FM) o Technical issues, BIM software outputs, data conversion tools Applying COBIe as a data set management standard o A background to the development of COBie. o Applying COBie standards to a project. o Benefits of CObie to AEC and FM. o COBIe and IFC.
Collaborative BIM Process 1 Apply key standards and protocols for BIM design and construction projects 2 Evaluate how BIM is used as a whole building process, concept design to dismantle 3 Create BIM data and data deliverables to current public accessible standards 4 Develop BIM implementation Strategies including EIR (employer information requirement) and BEP (BIM execution plan) 5 Evaluate how data is layered within a digital model for asset capture / facilities management 6 Evaluate the implications of BIM in a legal context in relation to contracts / risk / collaborative agreements 7 Evaluate the role of Geomatics in a BIM project 8 Evaluate the Contractor s perspective on using BIM 9 Evaluate the Dynamic Simulation perspective on using BIM Expert Guest and Industry lecture series Collaboration-based team work using a range of online support and communication tools to analyse, evaluate, and deepen understanding of BIM process elements as elucidated in the guest lectures Develop collaborative skills through multi-disciplinary discourse The Collaborative team will develop a range of online resources that will provide evidence of their learning
Multidisciplinary BIM Project 1 1 Use collaborative communicative strategies as part of the Building Information Modelling process. 2 Recognise BIM as a building/construction and business process and construct a business framework. 3 Differentiate the computer-based technological aspects of BIM from the business processes of BIM. 4 Produce a team-based, technical report wiki on the multidisciplinary and collaborative businessconstruction- and facilities management-processes associated with modern BIM projects. 5 Participate as part of a BIM design team in the planning, design, and execution of a multidisciplinary collaborative AEC digital model. 6 Integrate within a collaborative design team to maintain a pre-designed workflow programme. 7 Summarise, evaluate, and recommend improvements to a continuous digital design project from conception to completion including production of all associated project documentation. 8 Create and utilise a Federated model BIM methods of working for the AEC sector. Introduction to a culture of information sharing, collaboration, and integrated project delivery. Students are expected to participate in a collaborative forum. The Collaborative group will develop a range of online communication that will provide evidence of their learning. A selected BIM technology will be used to explore the benefits of incorporating BIM technologies into multi-disciplinary practice. This module is part computer lab based, which will allow learning to take place in a flipped classroom format. Ongoing review of the collaborative, team website and communication forum will be used to confirm student engagement, to identify where student progress may be lower than required, and to facilitate intervention. Team and individual self-assessment will be implemented during the course of the module.
Research Skills On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to 1. Define research and the aims of research 2. Identify issues and problems which are of professional concern and which are capable of further exploration and research 3. Formulate research objectives and questions 4. Critically appraise a range of different research methodologies and research methods and select appropriate options to apply in relevant research settings 5. Make decisions about quantitative and qualitative approaches to research 6. Formulate/draw-up an acceptable research proposal suitable for a dissertation topic at postgraduate level Introduction to Research Methods: The nature and scope of research: definitions, elaboration of nature of enquiry, post positivist, constructivist, and subjectivist research paradigms. Research quality: Ethics of research, confidentiality, acknowledgements, plagiarism, the concepts of validity in research, reliability and credibility of measures, triangulation; negotiating access, ethics. Research Methodologies: Choosing a research design, exploratory research, testing-out research, problem-solving research, historical and documentary research, ethnography, phenomenology, case study grounded theory, experimental research (control groups), naturalistic observation, action research. Information Literacy and Handling: The ability to locate, retrieve, evaluate, process and exploit effectively the information needed: reference books, standard sources (periodical literature, books in print, pamphlets, dissertations, abstracts, general bibliographies, government resources). Data Collection Techniques - Quantitative methods: Measurement surveys, sampling (selecting samples: probability and non-probability). Using secondary data. Collecting primary data using various modes of questionnaires, questionnaire design, selecting the population, new methods for delivery via WWW and e-mail. Data Collection Techniques - Qualitative Methods: Collecting primary data through observational and narrative research methods, non-observational, survey and interview methods. Group interviews (focus groups), telephone interviews. Combined methods, triangulation. Analysing the Research Data: Statistical Analysis, contribution of statistical analysis to research. Qualitative Data Analysis: discourse analysis, content analysis, document analysis, episode analysis, grounded theory.
Capstone Experience 2 1 Formulate project objectives and/or hypotheses based on the identification of a BIM-related problem 2 Conduct a critical review of current relevant academic literature and professional sources of information including reflection upon standard theories and their inherent assumptions 3 Formulate a solution to an ill-defined problem in the context of ethical considerations, and the assessment and management of risk 4 Report and assess the outcomes of the proposed solution, including investigating the underlying theories and examining the potential benefits of their solution to professional practice in terms of improved performance, using a reliable appraisal method. 5 Identify deficiencies in the solution, potential risks, and fitness-for-purpose 6 Produce a journal quality research paper 7 Reflect upon their learning, particularly in relation to integrating the knowledge gained in previous modules, using both continuous and summative entries to a personal eportfolio / website The capstone experience is a piece of self-directed learning with supervision from an assigned supervisor. The student will direct their learning in previous modules to effectively design a research proposal, undertake a major applied project and record their learning journey in an eportofolio. The student will write a journal quality research paper from the results of their project.