Learn how to couple BIM and traditional scheduling and cost-estimating tools to develop 4D, 5D, and nD models for effective construction applications. This course is the second of a sequence of interrelated courses on current computer applications in the construction industry. The emphasis of this course is the application of building information modeling (BIM) in construction.
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The primary goal of this course is to:
- Cultivate students' knowledge and skills on the application of BIM and supplementary tools to construction tasks.
- Train students to effectively use BIM tools together with traditional scheduling and cost-estimating tools to assist construction management tasks.
A number of carefully crafted hands-on activities targeting construction problems will allow students to not only learn the fundamentals, but also master their applications in construction.
What you'll learn
- Explain the fundamental concepts of 4D and nD modeling, and clash and clash detection.
- Conduct clash detection to review and analyze BIM models.
- Create 4D, 5D, and nD models.
- Conduct quantity takeoff and estimate costs.
- Develop and analyze construction plans.
Syllabus
Week 1: Model Review, Clash Detection, and Model Coordination
- Introduction to Navisworks and File Formats
- Working with Multiple Files in Navisworks
- Model Review in Navisworks
- Clash Detection
Week 2: 4D, 5D, and nD Modeling
- Time and Cost in nD Modeling
- 4D Models in Navisworks
- Quantity Takeoff and 5D Animation
Week 3: Scheduling
- Construction Planning
- WBS 1 and 2
- WBS for Gas Station
- Activity Duration
- Sequencing Activities
- Critical Path Calculations
- Commercial Scheduling Tool
- Scheduling in MS Project
Week 4: Cost Estimating
- Define Estimating
- Estimating Methods I and II
- Cost Control
- Earned Value Method
- Assignment on Cost Estimating and Control
Week 5: BIM-Based Construction Planning
- BIM-Based Project Planning
Prerequisites:
Students interested in this course should have successfully completed edX course CE5220: Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling.
