Module Details

Module Code: INTR8028
Title: BIM - Theory and Practice
Long Title: BIM - Theory and Practice
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5213 - Interdisciplinary Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: Building Information Modelling (BIM) is revolutionising the way in which projects within the built environment are conceived, designed, constructed, operated and decommissioned. This module will provide the learner with an overview of the important themes in the growing field of BIM. The learner will study how new and emerging processes and technologies enable industry professionals to achieve more effective and sustainable buildings and infrastructure. This improved performance is supported by improved data management throughout the project lifecycle. The learner will also be introduced to Lean and examine how it might compliment BIM within the AEC sector.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Define and discuss the processes and technologies associated with BIM.
LO2 Identify and appraise the benefits of, and hindrances to, inter-disciplinary collaboration from people, process and interoperability of technology perspectives.
LO3 Identify and apply key industry standards and protocols in the development of Employer Information Requirements (EIR) and BIM Execution Plan (BEP)
LO4 Define Lean principles and evaluate appraise the potential benefits of Lean in sustainable design & construction.
LO5 Examine the principles of lean and evaluate the relative merits of adopting Lean and BIM in synergy.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
General principles; Methodologies; Technologies; BIM development within industry.
BIM Process
Digital Plan of Work; Information delivery cycle highlighting the need for proper documentation and clear definition of requirements (PAS 1192).
BIM Framework Documents
Employer's Information Requirements; BIM Protocol incorporation into contracts; Organisational and project BIM Execution planning.
Lean
Lean principles; Lean in the AEC sector; Potential frameworks for adopting Lean and BIM strategies in synergy.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 3 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Evaluate and present a published case study which demonstrates the benefits and/or challenges to implementing BIM within the Architecture, Construction and Engineering (AEC) sector.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Based on a brief, develop an Employer's Information Requirements (EIR) specification.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Develop a BIM Execution Plan (BEP) in response to an EIR specification.
Assessment Type Open-book Examination % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End of semester Open Book Assessment
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery of module content. Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision of lecture material; Self directed learning; Completion of assignments. Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery of module content. Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision of lecture material; Self directed learning; Completion of assignments. Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Gary Santorella. (2017), Lean Culture for the Construction Industry: Building Responsible and Committed Project Teams, Second. CRC Press, [ISBN: 9781498787246].
  • Rafael Sacks, Chuck Eastman, Ghang Lee, Paul Teicholz. (2018), BIM Handbook: A Guide to Building Information Modeling for Owners, Designers, Engineers, Third. John Wiley & Sons, New Jersey USA, [ISBN: 978111928753].
  • Nawari O. Nawari, Michael Kuenstle. (2015), Building information modeling: framework for structural design, First. CRC Press, Taylor & Francis, [ISBN: 9781482240436].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Dominik Holzer. (2016), The BIM Manager's Handbook: Guidance for Professionals in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction, First. John Wiley & Sons, [ISBN: 9781118982426].
  • Karen M. Kensek. (2014), Building Information Modeling, First. Routledge, US, p.312, [ISBN: 978-0-415-71773-1].
  • Peter Barnes and Nigel Davies. (2015), BIM in Principle and in Practice, Second. ICE Publishing, UK, [ISBN: 9780727760920].
  • Raja R.A. Issa, Svetlana Olbina. (2015), Building Information Modeling : Applications and Practices, First. American Society of Civil Engineers, [ISBN: 9780784479131].
  • Richard Garber. (2014), BIM Design: Realising the Creative Potential of Building Information Modelling, First. John Wiley & Sons Ltd, UK, [ISBN: 978-1-118-71976-3].
  • Steve Race. (2013), BIM Demystified, Second. RIBA, UK, [ISBN: 9781859465202].
  • Ray Crotty. (2012), The Impact of Building Information Modelling, First. Spon Press, US & Canada, [ISBN: 978-0-415-60167-2].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
  • Ozan Koseoglu, Mehmet Sakin, Yusuf Arayici. (2018), Exploring the BIM and lean synergies in the Istanbul Grand Airport construction project, Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, vol. 25, issue 10.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CBIMM_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Building Information Modelling and Management 1 Mandatory
CR_CSBIM_8 Certificate in Strategic Building Information Modelling Management 2 Mandatory