Product Modelling (5 cr)

Objective

The student
• understands the difference between document based and model based information management in construction project
• can apply information technology effectively in construction process
• is able to utilize building information models in design and construction process and in real estate management
• understands the BIM systems and their possibilities in customer orientation, communication and collaboration with construction stakeholders
• is able to develop knowledge management and information flow in construction project.

Content

• Theory and practice of building information model based construction process
• Modelling and coding systems, information structures and standards.
• The information flow and the content, structure, format and presentation of the data.
• Information interchanges between parties in construction projects.
• Possibilities to utilize building information models in design and construction process and in real estate management.
• Information as part of the product, and the as-built information at the end of the construction project forming the basis for the use and maintenance of the building.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• is able to repeat the tasks described in learning objectives
• returns all the assignments and they are approved.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

In addition to the criteria mentioned above, the student
• is able to apply learned skills in new and similar tasks
• returns all the assignments satisfactory and on time.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to the criteria mentioned above, the student
• is interested in and capable to increase the productivity and to develop new ways to complete the assignments as well as validate their solutions
• returns assignments that demonstrate expertise and proficiency.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• is able to repeat the tasks described in learning objectives
• returns all the assignments and they are approved.

Qualifications

Basic CAD skills
English Level 2

Further information

Virtual course