Module Details

Module Code: INTR9020
Title: Digital Construction-BIM &Lean
Long Title: Digital Construction - BIM and Lean
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2020/21 ( January 2021 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 5213 - Interdisciplinary Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will provide a knowledge of, and hands-on experience with, state-of-the-art design and construction simulation technology. It will provide the learner with an overview of the important topics with respects to BIM, focusing on the SMP (Standards, Methods and Procedures) applicable to Project Lifecycle, improving sustainability and performance. The learner will be introduced to Lean methods and examine how Lean, through its synergies with BIM, can increase project efficiencies.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Use BIM project SMPs (Standards, Methods and Procedures) in the development of a construction project.
LO2 Evaluate and implement the methods and technologies associated with BIM and Lean.
LO3 Apply Lean principles and tools to evaluate and appraise the potential benefits of Lean in sustainable design and productivity improvement.
LO4 Evaluate and assess the necessary flow of information, utilising BIM and Lean principles, needed to reduce waste in virtual design and construct (simulate) building projects.
LO5 Develop the capabilities to set-up production simulation and multidimensional models, leveraging BIM methodologies and Lean principles, individually and as a part of a team.
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
BIM SMPs
General principles of Building Information Modelling; standards, methodologies; technologies.
Lean Process
Definition and application of five Lean principles and eight types of waste prevalent in the AEC industry.
Lean Tools
Identification and application of Lean tools in the AEC industry to increase productivity.
BIM and Lean Project implementation
Implementation of lean principles to a BIM driven project focusing on its whole lifecycle (design/construction/commissioning/operation and maintenance).
OpenBIM
Focusing on vendor neutral BIM process, it facilitates interoperability to benefit projects and assets throughout their lifecycle.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Open-book Examination % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Open book, in class assessment
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Students working individually and as a team are to develop and apply Lean on a BIM Level 2 project focusing on the application of Lean Principles and the elimination of waste.
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 2.00 2
Lab Contact Computer Laboratory Every Second Week 1.00 2
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Collaborative group activity Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent Learning Non Contact Revision of lecture material; Self directed learning; Completion of assignments. Every Week 10.00 10
Total Hours 16.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
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 2.00 2
Lab Contact Computer Laboratory Every Second Week 1.00 2
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Collaborative group activity Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent Learning Non Contact Revision of lecture material; Self directed learning; Completion of assignments. Every Week 10.00 10
Total Hours 16.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Lincoln H. Forbes and Syed M. Ahmed. (2020), Lean Project Delivery and Integrated Practices in Modern Construction, 2nd. Routledge, [ISBN: 1138311243].
  • Patricia Tzortzopoulos, Michail Kagioglou, Lauri Koskela. (2020), Lean Construction: Core Concepts and New Frontiers, Routledge, [ISBN: 0367196557].
  • John S. Oakland, Marton Marosszeky. (2017), Total Construction Management : Lean Quality in Construction Project Delivery, Routledge, [ISBN: 1138908541].
  • Chuck Eastman, Paul Teicholz, Rafael Sacks, Kathleen Liston. (2018), BIM Handbook: A Guide to Building Information Modeling for Owners, Designers, Engineers, Contractors, and Facility Managers, Wiley, [ISBN: 1119287537].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • International Organization for Standardization. (2018), Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) — Information management using building information modelling — Part 1,2,3,5.
  • Dave, Bhargav, Koskela, Lauri, Kiviniemi, Arto, Tzortzopoulos, Patricia, & Owen, Robert. (2013), Implementing lean in construction: Lean construction and BIM, CIRIA - Construction Industry Research and Information Association, CIRIA Guide C725,
    https://eprints.qut.edu.au/71034/
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CBIMD_9 Master of Science in Building Information Modelling and Digital AEC 1 Mandatory
CR_CABIM_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Applied Building Information Modelling and Digital AEC 1 Mandatory