Module Details

Module Code: DESI8018
Title: Design Thinking for BIM
Long Title: Design Thinking for BIM
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2140 - Design Studies
Module Delivered in: 3 programme(s)
Module Description: This module aims to provide the learner with the necessary knowledge and skills to apply a design thinking methodology within a Building Information Modelling (BIM) context. Learners will develop skills in identifying and observing barriers to the effective and efficient use of human resources, processes and technologies in practice. In response to identified problems, learners will adopt a design thinking methodology to develop creative solutions.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Appraise the design thinking methodology within the wider methodological landscape in order to innovate within a BIM context.
LO2 Apply design thinking to develop and evaluate creative solutions to project-based problems.
LO3 Synthesise, visualise, communicate, and present findings from a design thinking project.
LO4 Apply the skills required for team members in design thinking projects.
LO5 Develop abilities to reflect on the student's own learning approach and recognise characteristics which will support lifelong learning abilities and attitudes.
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.
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Co-requisite Modules
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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.
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Indicative Content
Context
The fast evolving processes and technologies symptomatic of BIM mean that Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) sector professionals will need to be agile and have well developed lifelong learning attitudes and abilities. BIM is perceived as a disruptive technology which will require innovative change management techniques to educate/upskill the people driving the processes and technologies.
Strategy
Develop the necessary knowledge and skills to apply a design thinking methodology with a BIM context. Potential for design thinking to enable improved performance of people, process and technology.
Methodologies
Operationalising design thinking in lean and agile ways to enable optimum performance. Observe users/issues; Develop empathy; Research and define problem(s)/issue(s) by including multiple stakeholders as necessary; Develop potential solutions using co-design and co-create as appropriate; Evaluate design outcomes to select effective and sustainable solutions. Evaluate, appraise and measure excellence in design thinking projects.
Research
Define problem and subsequent research objectives, present assumptions, collect quality data, analyse and interpret data, establish findings by synthesis, identify potential applications of research within, and beyond, the scope of the defined research objective.
Communication
Exploration of various means of communicating design thinking outcomes and their importance in achieving successful outcomes. Methods considered include verbal, sketching, infographics, posters, 3D digital models, physical models, immersive experiences including virtual and augmented reality.
Multi-disciplinary Teamwork
Collaborating as a multidisciplinary team to leverage discipline specific knowledge and skills in overcoming barriers to innovation and developing sustainable solutions. Identify and experience the role of blending autonomous work with teamwork in achieving optimum project outcomes.
Reflection
Recognise and experience the benefits of reflection in practice. Use personal reflection to identify optimum learning approaches to support lifelong learning attitudes and abilities.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 25
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Online/hardcopy reflective journal to be updated on a weekly basis, identifying and evaluating the student's key learning outcomes from experiences in the design thinking based projects. In week 12, students will be required to present a synthesis of their reflective
journal which concisely evaluates the learning achieved and identifies optimum learning methods.
Assessment Type Critique % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Project A: In response to a project brief, develop and evaluate potential solutions prior to selecting a preferred solution. Present the design evolution in poster format for use in a combined tutor/peer critique.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Project B: In response to a project brief, develop multiple design solutions using a design thinking methodology. Present project work in a manner that clearly demonstrations the design evolution for the entire project. The portfolio element may include report, sketches, infographic, and/or virtual experience.
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 1.00 1
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Workshop; Research; Project work for formative/summative assignments. Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision of lecture content; Research; Project work for formative/summative assignments. Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Delivery of module content. Every Week 1.00 1
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Workshop; Research; Project work for formative/summative assignments. Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision of lecture content; Research; Project work for formative/summative assignments. Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Michael Lewrick. (2018), The Design Thinking Playbook: Mindful Digital Transformation of Teams, Products, Services, Businesses and Ecosystems, First. John Wiley & Sons, [ISBN: 9781119467472].
  • Dubberly, Hugh. (2008), How do you design? A Compendium of Models, First. Dubberly Design Office, www.dubberly.com/articles/how-do-you-design.html.
  • Tim Brown. (2009), Change by Design - How Design Thinking Transforms Organizations and Inspires Innovation, First. HarperCollins, [ISBN: 9780061766084].
  • Colin Gray, Will Hughes. (2001), Building design management, First. Butterworth-Heinemann, [ISBN: 9780750650700].
  • Donald A. Schon. (1984), The Reflective Practitioner: How Professionals Think In Action, First. Basic Books, [ISBN: 9780465068784].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Robert Curedale. (2016), Design Thinking Process and Methods, Third. Design Community College Inc., [ISBN: 9781940805498].
  • Robert Curedale. (2012), Design Methods 1: 200 ways to apply design thinking (Volume 1), First. Design Community College Inc., [ISBN: 9780988236202].
  • Robert Curedale. (2016), Design Methods 2: 200 More Ways to Apply Design Thinking, First. Design Community College Inc., [ISBN: 9780988236271].
  • Thomas Lockwood. (2009), Design Thinking: Integrating Innovation, Customer Experience, and Brand Value, First. Allworth Press, [ISBN: 9781581156683].
  • Michael G. Luchs, Scott Swan, Abbie Griffin. (2015), Design Thinking: New Product Development Essentials from the PDMA, First. Wiley, [ISBN: 9781118971].
  • Haik, Yousef; Shahin, T. M.. (2011), Engineering design process, Second. Cengage Learning, [ISBN: 9780495668814].
  • Ray Holland, Busayawan Lam. (2014), Managing Strategic Design, First. Macmillan International Higher Education, [ISBN: 9781137325952].
  • John Hayes. (2018), The Theory and Practice of Change Management, Fifth. Palgrave, [ISBN: 9781352001327].
  • Laurie J Mullins, Gill Christy. (2016), Management and organisational behaviour, Eleventh. Pearson Education Limited, [ISBN: 9781292088488].
  • Edward de Bono. (1999), Six Thinking Hats, Revised. Penguin Books, [ISBN: 9780141033051].
  • Edward de Bono. (2009), Lateral Thinking: A Textbook of Creativity, First. Penguin Life, [ISBN: 9780241257548].
  • Tom Kelley. (2001), The Art Of Innovation: Lessons in Creativity from IDEO, America's Leading Design Firm, First. Profile Books, [ISBN: 9781781256145].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Jon Kolko. (2015), Design Thinking Comes of Age, Harvard Business Review, p.66-71,
    https://hbr.org/2015/09/design-thinking- comes-of-age
  • Tim Brown. (2008), Design Thinking, Harvard Business Review, p.84-95.
  • Katja Thoring, Roland Mueller. (2011), Understanding design thinking: A process model based on method engineering, International Conference on Engineering and Product Design Education.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CBIMM_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Building Information Modelling and Management 2 Mandatory
CR_CSBIM_8 Certificate in Strategic Building Information Modelling Management 2 Mandatory
CR_CABIM_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Applied Building Information Modelling and Digital AEC 2 Elective