the digital economy has forever changed the way we build. With the need for an increased measure of safety to be in place. Building projects are only set to become more complex in achieving profitability and timeliness. Building Information
Modelling (BIM) has become an important tool to help building professionals meet the project milestones.
Modelling (BIM) has become an important tool to help building professionals meet the project milestones.
THROUGH THIS COURSE, ONE CAN EXPECT TO:
- To equip industry personnel with the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out junior to middle management roles in BIM related responsibilities.
- To bridge the knowledge gap of construction personnel who are not cognizant of the development and use of BIM in the construction industry.
PROGRAMME CONTENT
- Construction Technology
- To understand the basic elements of Development Process, Site Investigation, Construction Process and Excavation, Superstructure and Formwork, Floors and Roofs, Stairs, Windows, Finishes and Fittings, and Walls and Partitions
- Able to explain the different types of foundations that can be used in the construction industry and conditions for use
- To explain the conventional methods of on-site construction
- To demonstrate detailed knowledge of modern construction technology and its application to the fundamentals of larger frame structure and domestic buildings
- Procurement
- To understand the purpose of a construction project’s ‘procurement route’
- To appreciate the wide variety of organisation types that must work together well to deliver a successful construction project
- To understand typical roles and responsibilities of key organisation during the post contract (i.e. mainly during site activity after award of the tender) project phase
- To appreciate the objectives and requirements of varying categories and types of clients
- To understand the advantages and disadvantages of the different procurement methods and their applications
- To identify the key steps required to ensure a successful construction project
- Advanced Construction Technology and Services
- To analyse and illustrate various construction techniques used for different building structures
- To describe building services installation and service integration to multi-storey buildings
- To analyse various refurbishment technologies used for multi-storey buildings during construction
- To understand the importance of sustainability in the context of the design and construction of multi-storey buildings
- R.C Construction and Steel Construction
- To understand the fundamentals of building systems (foundation, floor, structural etc) that are used in residential and commercial construction
- To become familiar with construction materials and their varied applications
- To understand current systems, practices and processes of building construction
- Sustainable Design and Construction
- To enable the students to fully appreciate the aspects of sustainability and green technology that apply to design, new building and refurbishment within the construction industry
- To look in detail at aspects of sustainable design and construction through material selection, energy management, waste management, the indoor environment and specific design issues
- To understand and apply Green Mark legislation criteria and framework
- Construction Site Management
- To examine a construction site and analyse its local environment
- To set up site layout plans and temporary facilities
- To understand and use methods available for resource planning, activity programming and progress monitoring
- To identify the procedures used for health and safety working practices on site
- Revit and BIM Theory
- To apply the use of Revit software in the design and project management of buildings
- To be able to apply the Revit features in the visualization and manipulation of BIM models
- To understand the interoperability, concept and various dimensions of BIM
- To be able to explain how BIM can improve construction productivity and be applied as a collaborative tool
- BIM in Development Design
- To be able to articulate critical building codes and standards in the design of development
- To be able to deploy BIM techniques to validate design with building codes / standards
- To be able to conduct simple building simulation and analysis using BIM
- To understand the issues and challenges in the digital delivery of design
- BIM in Construction Management
- To be able to use BIM in the planning, visualizing and executing of construction management
- To demonstrate proficiency in the use of BIM as a communication and reporting tool in project management
- To understand the issues and challenges in digital construction management
- BIM and New Technologies
- To explore the interoperability of Revit with other technologies and software
- To appreciate the use of drones, Augmented Reality and other software applications
- To be able to articulate the rationale for mindset change in digital construction
*Modules are subjected to change by the College
ASSESSMENTS/WRITTEN EXAMINATION
Coursework and Examinations
PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of 90% attendance for student pass holders is required and 75% attendance is required for non-student pass holders
- Minimum mark of 40% is required to pass each module
ADMISSION CRITERIA
- Minimum Age 18
- Academic Level : Pass in 2 GCE ‘A’ Level subjects, IB pass or equivalent qualifications OR Polytechnic Diploma from local polytechnics (3-years) OR Diploma or Advanced Diploma from PEIs equivalent to Trent Global College qualifications OR Foundation programme or Diploma from BCA Academy OR International Diploma or Advanced Diploma equivalent to UK RQF Level 3
- Language Proficiency: C6 in GCE ‘O’ Level English or equivalent qualifications or a pass in the English placement test by the college
- Mature executives who do not possess the above-mentioned qualifications but are at least 30 years of age with 8 years of relevant working experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis
