PG Cert Building Information Modelling

University of Wolverhampton

Postgraduate

In Wolverhampton

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Wolverhampton

  • Duration

    6 Months

The 2011 Government Construction Strategy has stated that Building Information Modelling (BIM) has to be adopted and utilised on all public projects by 2016. The aim of this course is to develop students with high-level knowledge and understanding of BIM. This new approach is strategically important for the UK and International Construction Industry and throughout the course students will not only develop a comprehension of how the tools operate, but also how these can be implemented within the business context of the Architecture and Construction sectors.

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Location

Start date

Wolverhampton (West Midlands)
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Wulfruna Street, WV1 1LY

Start date

On request

About this course

At the end of this course you, the student, will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding and critical awareness of current and emerging CAD technologies in relation to the construction industry
2. Select and effectively implement an appropriate range of advanced software tools in order to produce architectural design and construction documentation including drawings, visualisations and presentations
3. Demonstrate high level skills and abilities to make use of generic and bespoke software tools, solving complex design problems and developing appropriate solutions for presentation to a range of audiences
4. Evaluate current research and scholarship within the general area of ICT for construction, critique current research methodologies and apply this knowledge to solve original problems

Students who complete the PGCert will have a specific and relevant qualification in the field of BIM, which is currently of high importance for the industry. They will have the opportunity to further their study and progress to the MSc CAD for Construction if they desire.

We pride ourselves on a very high employability rate for our postgraduate students - potential employment opportunities for graduates include: architectural and interior design practices; civil engineering practices; local authorities; environmental management agencies; space-planning and office furniture companies; and design consultancies.

For entry onto the Postgraduate Certificate programme
(Completion of which, with a minimum of grade C in all modules, will allow a student to progress to the Master’s programme) A pass at degree level.Students are selected using application form and references in the first instance and may be invited for interview. Students applying for individual modules will be required to demonstrate the ability to absorb technical concepts and detail, possibly by way of their previous industrial or commercial experience.Minimum English competency is the standard Postgraduate entry:

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Subjects

  • Approach
  • Design
  • Construction
  • International
  • Project
  • Construction Training
  • Industry
  • Combination
  • Renovation
  • Increasingly
  • Emerging
  • Modelling
  • Significant

Course programme

Course Modules

YEAR 1

BIM for Renovation and Heritage

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is becoming increasingly used on renovation projects and in particular significant use of BIM for the modelling and renovation of heritage buildings within the UK and abroad. Drawing on research and emerging practice in the field, this module will use a combination of theory and practical work to understand the process of implementing BIM for renovation and in particular for use in projects that include heritage-based elements. The module will include the use of advanced and emerging technologies, software tools and prevailing standards to allow a deep understanding of the specific requirements of implementing BIM on these specialist projects.

Building Information Modeling (Theory and Application)

Building Information Modelling (or BIM) is fast becoming an integral aspect of the construction industry. This new approach goes beyond the norms of Computer Aided Design (CAD) and opens up the possibility to integrate 3D modelling and digital information into the entire construction process. In this module you will critically investigate and analyse the theory behind BIM and how it is implemented throughout all phases of the design and construction process. We will look at the financial and business benefits that BIM can offer and how new emerging technologies and standards impact on its application for designers, constructors and facilities managers. In addition we will also look at the practical implementation of BIM through the use of industry standard software tools.

Integrated BIM Project

As Building Information Modelling (BIM) becomes more prolific within the construction industry, there is need to ensure that it is fully integrated into the whole lifecycle of a construction project. With the UK and other international Governments requiring projects to become BIM enabled we will be looking at how this new approach to construction can be applied, managed and fully integrated through the entire project from design, through construction into operation and deconstruction. We will investigate the range of software tools and management processed that require implementation throughout the lifecycle of a project.

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