Digital Construction and BIM

Summary of module for applicants:

The module will enable students to explore and develop their understanding of the requirements of information, communication and digital modelling in construction of building projects, different technology, information management, and its application within Construction, and the risks involved. It also inspires students to develop full understanding of the principles of Construction Management, BIM, Auto ID technology. The importance of collaboration between all stakeholders is essential for a successful project, as well as an effective and affordable technology and cash flow control.  The characteristics of companies and their reaction to the different types of technology from small, medium to large will need to be investigated as well as BIM with regards to how it can be used effectively to achieve successful projects, on time and within budget.

Main topics of study:

• Importance of Technology and Operations in the success of a construction project
• Project Planning techniques, and the application of Auto-ID technology
• Techniques for effective Supply Chain management, Supply chain Risk & disruption
• ICT, Auto-ID
• BIM and collaborative working
• Analogue and Digital
• Principle and practice
• Effective programme and budgetary control
• Characteristics of Small and Medium Enterprises and large companies

Learning Outcomes for the module

• Digital Proficiency - Code = (DP)
• Industry Connections - Code = (IC)
• Emotional Intelligence Development - Code = (EID)
• Social Intelligence Development - Code = (SID)
• Physical Intelligence Development - Code = (PID)
• Cultural Intelligence Development - Code = (CID)
• Community Connections - Code = (CC)
• UEL Give-Back - Code = (UGB)

At the end of this module, students will be able to:

Knowledge

• Understand of the requirements of Construction  Technology and its operations for successful project outcomes (DP)
• Outline the concept of BIM and Information Communication Technology  (ICT) on construction industry  (DP,CC)

Thinking skills

• Evaluate the possible risks involved with collaborative working Information communication technology (SID)

Subject-based practical skills

• Show the ability to use BIM to gather and use evidence and data to find, retrieve, sort and exchange project information (PID)

Skills for life and work (general skills)

• Distinguish between the various contributions and requirements of small, medium and large stakeholders (IC)