Information Package

Master of Science in Civil Engineering with Thesis (English)

CE538

ADVANCED BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING

Course Code
CE538
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
10
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS10
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explain and analyze parametric modeling principles, BIM data structures, and fundamentals of interdisciplinary coordination,
  2. Apply advanced BIM software capabilities for 4D scheduling, clash detection, and 5D cost modeling,
  3. Evaluate project decisions and develop BIM-based solutions using model-based quality control, basic sustainability assessment, and visual programming tools.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionAdvanced applications of BIM, supplemented by case studies.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to advanced BIM topics
2nd Week Overview of advanced BIM software features
3rd Week Basic principles of parametric modeling
4th Week Data organization and file exchange in BIM
5th Week Fundamentals of interdisciplinary coordination
6th Week Introduction to basic clash detection
7th Week Introduction to 4D scheduling
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Adding cost information to models (5D basics)
10th Week General overview of model-based site tracking
11th Week Basic use of models for quality control
12th Week Simple sustainability evaluations with BIM
13th Week Introduction to visual programming tools
14th Week Review of sample BIM applications
15th Week Course review and project presentations
Recommended or Required Reading1. Lecture Notes.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Assignment 1 10
Quiz 1 20
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz 1 50 50
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 1 80 80
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 60 60
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 1 20 20
Quiz 1 2 2
Total Work Load300
Total Work Load / 30 (h)10
ECTS Credit of the Course10
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
LO1 LO2 LO3
K1 X
K2 X
K3 X X
K4 X
K5 X
K6 X X X
K7
K8 X
K9 X
K10
K11 X