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Building Information Modelling (CONS30001)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery |
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| Fees | Look up fees |
Building Information Modelling (BIM) and its associated technologies and processes can integrate the project team and facilitate high-quality and cost-efficient work. This subject will introduce BIM principles and break the jargons around BIM topic. During tutorials, students will learn about most popular BIM software in the industry and will work with the software to create and manage building project information throughout design, construction and operation phases. In other words, the subject will focus on creating 2D and 3D representations of a building information model using Autodesk Revit Software. Later, Autodesk Navisworks software will be used for 3D models checking and detecting clashes in 3D models, following by developing a 4D model (construction sequencing) and finally developing 5D model (quantity extraction) of the project. Throughout the process, students will use Autodesk Fusion Team to collaborate with their teammates and share projects documents and information.
This subject will involve the following software: Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Navisworks Manage. Details of software availability and pricing are captured at https://msd.unimelb.edu.au/graduate-research/resources/it-support#software
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of BIM concept, its principles and challenges;
- Demonstrate knowledge of BIM tools, i.e. Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, etc.
- Develop 3D, 4D and 5D building information models;
- Demonstrate the ability to detect clashes, construction scheduling and simulation;
- Extract data from models using relevant tools;
- Describe the benefits, risks, and barriers to the use of BIM applications.
Generic skills
On successful completion of this subject, students should have the following generic skills:
- Correct use of technical terminology relating to BIM;
- Develop 3D, 4D and 5D representations of building information;
- Digital modelling skill;
- Identification and familiarity with building components;
- Understanding of construction documentation used in simple building type;
- Effective participation as a team member.
Last updated: 23 February 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the B-DES Bachelor of Design
AND
a minimum of 150 credit points of completed study
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
The following background knowledge will be useful:
Basic computer skills, basic knowledge of AutoCAD application skills, basic knowledge of measurement of quantities and costing, basic knowledge of Scheduling applications (e.g. Microsoft Project).
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 23 February 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
A report plus submission of 2D + 3D graphical representation of building information using BIM design software
| Week 5 | 30% |
Assignment 2 ( group work, 2- 3 students per group): A technical report plus submission of digital files including clash detection, construction simulation and quantity extraction, due week 11, (35%) AND In-class presentation (10 minutes) due week 12 (10%),
| From Week 11 to Week 12 | 45% |
An examination equivalent of 1000 words
| End of semester | 25% |
Class Attendance Hurdle requirement: Students must attend at least 75% of all classes | N/A |
Last updated: 23 February 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Mehran Oraee Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 1X1 hour lecture and 1X3 hour workshop per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022 Semester 1 contact information
Additional delivery details
Last updated: 23 February 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 23 February 2023