Overview
The architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry is moving towards a situation where BIM is becoming an essential requirement internationally, thereby, creating a clear need for professionals with appropriate process and technology skills. This programme will enable architects, designers and design/project/construction/facility managers to specialise in the use of BIM and the implementation of integrated design and delivery. Upon completion, graduates will have developed skills and knowledge in a highly advanced specialism and the expertise gained is at the forefront of industry requirements. The technical and reflective skills gained will be of immediate advantage to employers in construction, engineering and design roles across the built environment.
Graduates of the programme will target employment across the Architectural, Engineering and Construction sector where there is an on-going national demand for skilled personnel at different levels and most specifically in the following sectors:
- Leveraging ICT advancements within the sector, in particular, Building Information Modelling (BIM);
- Lean design and construction process improvement techniques.
Course Delivery
This is a part-time course that will be delivered two evenings and one afternoon per week.
Timetable Information
Semester 1 (Sep-Dec)
- Monday 6-10pm - Collaborative BIM (10 ECTS)
- Wednesday 6-9pm - BIM Theory & Practice (5 ECTS)
- Friday 2-6pm Collaborative BIM (10 ECTS)
Semester 2 (Jan-May)
- Tuesday 6-10pm - Design Thinking for BIM (5 ECTS)
- Friday 2-6pm - Digital Design & Construction (10 ECTS)
Semester 3 (June-Aug)
- AEC Industry Placement (15 ECTS)
Note:
Students will also undertake a research project during semester 1 and 2. Students will meet weekly with their supervisors for approx 30min at their convenience.
Award
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Building Information Modelling and Management (Level 8, 60 ECTS credits on the National Framework of Qualifications).