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MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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Module Title | |||
Building Information Modelling: Application | |||
Reference | ACM016 | Version | 3 |
Created | February 2017 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
Approved | June 2014 | SCQF Points | 15 |
Amended | December 2017 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
Aims of Module | |||
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To develop an understanding of Building Information Modelling (BIM), and its implications for the built environment across all phases of the life cycle, including design, construction and occupation. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Demonstrate a critical understanding of the utilisation of BIM during the architectural (multi discipline) design phase, from concept to detail design, including smart data workflow. |
2 | Apply BIM as a vehicle to manage activity during the construction phase, including proactive response to technical and contractual issues. |
3 | Critically appraise the value of BIM throughout the occupied life cycle of a building. |
4 | Evaluate the challenges inherent in providing building information models in a form which is interoperable, across disciplines. |
Indicative Module Content |
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BIM at the conceptual design stage; cross discipline design; shared BIM models; BIM during the construction stages; technical issues; virtual prototyping; BIM protocol; BIM during the life cycle, including as part of maintenance scheduling; interoperability; building data storage and accessibility; smart data workflow. |
Module Delivery |
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The module is available for delivery through both face to face and distance-learning modes via the Virtual Campus. Access to staff support will be available, either face to face or through online forums. The delivery of this module will be supported through case studies, group activities and discussion forums. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | 36 | 70 |
Non-Contact Hours | 114 | 80 |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |   |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
Component 1 | |||||
Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 40% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2 |
Description: | Normally a longitudinal assessment involving topic discussion forums for distance learning students or group work for full time students (20%) and a group presentation (20%). | ||||
Component 2 | |||||
Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 60% | Outcomes Assessed: | 3, 4 |
Description: | An individual written piece of work. |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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Explanatory Text | |
In order to pass the module students must achieve 40% or greater in each component. | |
Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
A | 70% or better |
B | 60% or better |
C | 50% or better |
D | 40% or better |
E | 35% or better |
F | Less than 35% |
NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
Module Requirements | |
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Prerequisites for Module | None. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | Journals, to include 'Design Studies', 'ITCon', Automation in Construction', professional journals, including those from the RICS, RIBA and CIAT. |
2 | Eastman C., 2011, 2018. BIM Handbook: A Guide to Building Information Modelling for Owners, Designers, Engineers, Contractors, and Facility Managers, Wiley |
3 | Centre for Digital Built Britain: https://www.cdbb.cam.ac.uk/ (rich set of online resources, UK legislation and guides). |
4 | NBS, 2019. The National BIM Report 2019 [online]. National Building Specification (NBS). Available from: https://www.thenbs.com/knowledge/national-bim-report-2019 |
5 | International Conference on Construction and Real Estate Management (2017 : Guangzhou, China); sponsoring body.; American Society of Civil Engineers, publisher.2017 Available online at: https://app.knovel.com/web/toc.v/cid:kpICCREM0N/viewerType:toc//root_slug:iccrem-2017-project?kpromoter=marc |