Building Information Modelling (Bim) & Robotics I

At the end of the course, student should be able to: 1. describe information management fundamentals; 2. explain data modelling; 3. describe the concept of BIM and its benefits; 4. carry out the application of BIM in design, construction and management of building projects; 5. apply BIM software programmes in production of Builder’s documents; and 6. identify new developments in robotics, machine learning and artificial intelligence in buildings.

Information Management fundamentals; information management systems. Data flow modelling. Knowledge management: Definition & properties of knowledge, classification of knowledge, IT infrastructure for KM. BIM Concepts: Definition; Benefits; 3D Modelling, Virtual design/construction; surface and solid models; BIM Applications: Design, Construction and Management phases of projects; BIM Technologies; CAD, Object CAD, Parametric building modelling; BIM software; Vendors/products (Navis Works, Google Sketch-up, Bentley, Autodesk, Vico, Tekla), origins and capabilities. BIM and Sustainability; BIM Implementation and Integrated Project Delivery, Developments in Robotics, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Students are required to use the BIM platform to produce the Builder’s documents and all other documentation produced in the Integrated Studio Work Course.