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BIM Coordination
This course is part of Building Smarter: BIM in Practice Specialization
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What you'll learn
Learn about federated models, clash detection processes, and Levels of Detail (LOD) or Development (LOD) in BIM coordination
Explore various visualization types in BIM, including creating different views, walkthroughs, VR, MR, and AR demos to enhance project communication
Gain skills in performing structural, energy, and lighting analyses using BIM to optimize building performance and efficiency
Understand linking and managing Revit files, performing clash checks, generating reports, and using LOD matrices
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There are 5 modules in this course
In this course, you will learn about Design Coordination, Engineering Analysis, Visualization, Clash Detection, and Level of Development. "Design Authoring - Federated Model" introduces ISO 19650 concepts and the benefits of Federated Models, guiding you through creating a federated model using Autodesk Revit with practical examples. "Design Authoring - Engineering Analysis" covers Structural, Energy, and Lighting Analysis, emphasizing design assessment and optimization, along with thorough Design Review. "Visualization" explores techniques like walkthroughs, fly-throughs, and 3D sectioning, with applications in AR/VR/MR and practical BIM demos in field and virtual reality settings. "Interference / Clash Check" introduces Clash Check fundamentals, clash types, Clash Detection processes including priority management, rules, reporting, and collaborative roles. Finally, "Level Of Development (LOD)" explains LOD definitions across architectural and engineering elements, and LOD matrices for structured BIM data management and project information progression. Join us to master these essential BIM skills for effective project coordination and development.
Target Learners: • Undergraduate students of Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering & Mechanical Engineering • Post-Graduate Students in Construction Management. • Practicing Engineers involved in BIM in construction. • Faculties in Civil, Electrical & Mechanical • Industry professionals working in construction and BIM • Project managers and consultants in construction and infrastructure development sectors. Prerequisites: • Basic knowledge of Construction • Familiarity with Construction Management • Understanding of Construction Practices Hardware Prerequisites: Minimum Entry level configuration as follows: 1. Operating System: 64-bit Microsoft® Windows® 10 or Windows 11 2. CPU Type: Intel® i-Series, Xeon®, AMD® Ryzen, Ryzen Threadripper PRO. 2.5GHz or Higher. 3. Memory: 8 GB RAM 4. Video Display: 1280 x 1024 with true color (Minimum) 5. Disk Space: 30GB free disk space Software Prerequisites: • Install Revit 2020 and higher versions for this course
In this module, you will explore the concept and implementation of federated modeling in BIM. Starting with an introduction to federated models and the ISO 19650 standards for shared information, you will learn strategies and benefits associated with federated models in collaborative projects. Practical skills include linking Revit files, managing linked models, exporting files in various formats, and creating renders and animations to enhance project visualization and communication.
What's included
10 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
10 videos•Total 64 minutes
- About the Specialization•5 minutes
- About the Course•5 minutes
- Design Authoring - Federated Model•3 minutes
- ISO 19650 - Shared•8 minutes
- Federated Model - Introduction•7 minutes
- Federated Model - Demo•8 minutes
- Federated Model - Strategy and Benefits •10 minutes
- Linking of Revit Files and Reload of Links in Revit•7 minutes
- Exporting file formats from Revit•10 minutes
- Render and Animation•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Assignment on Design Authoring - Federated Model•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- Design Authoring – Federated Model•10 minutes
In the "Design Authoring - Engineering Analysis" module, you'll learn fundamental engineering analysis techniques using BIM. Topics include structural analysis for both static and dynamic considerations, energy analysis to optimize building efficiency, lighting analysis for interior lighting improvements, and comprehensive design review processes. This module provides essential skills to enhance building performance through BIM tools.
What's included
10 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
10 videos•Total 76 minutes
- Introduction to Engineering Analysis•10 minutes
- Structural Analysis - Part 1•8 minutes
- Structural Analysis - Part 2•11 minutes
- Energy Analysis - Part 1•8 minutes
- Energy Analysis - Part 2•5 minutes
- Lighting Analysis - Part 1•3 minutes
- Lighting Analysis - Part 2•11 minutes
- Design Review - Part 1•6 minutes
- Design Review - Part 2•5 minutes
- Design Review - Part 3•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Assignment on Design Authoring - Engineering Analysis•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- Design Authoring – Engineering Analysis•10 minutes
The Visualization module teaches how to view and present models effectively in BIM. It covers creating different views, using visualization modes, navigating through models with walkthroughs and flythroughs, managing layers and properties, and exploring models in sections. It also includes using tablets and mobile devices for visualization, setting up BIM kiosks and rooms, and experiencing models in VR, MR, and AR through demos
What's included
12 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
12 videos•Total 96 minutes
- Views in Model•11 minutes
- Visualization Modes•7 minutes
- Walkthrough of the Model•9 minutes
- Fly through the Model•7 minutes
- Layers and Properties•3 minutes
- Viewpoints•8 minutes
- Sectioning•8 minutes
- Visualization through Tablet & Mobile•9 minutes
- BIM Kiosk and BIM Room•4 minutes
- BIM - VR•9 minutes
- BIM - VR, MR - Demo•11 minutes
- BIM - MR, AR - Demo•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Assignment on Visualization•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- Visualization•10 minutes
The "Interference / Clash Check" module focuses on mastering clash detection and resolution in BIM projects. Participants will learn the fundamentals of clash checking, including types of clashes and clash avoidance strategies using federated models. The module covers detailed processes for clash detection, prioritization using matrices, defining clash detection rules, generating reports, and managing clashes effectively through grouping. Participants will also gain practical experience through comprehensive demos that illustrate real-world clash scenarios and resolution techniques using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
What's included
14 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
14 videos•Total 91 minutes
- Introduction to Clash Check•4 minutes
- Types of Clashes - Part 1•4 minutes
- Types of Clashes - Part 2•4 minutes
- Federated Model - Clash avoidance process•10 minutes
- Clash Detection Process - Introduction•9 minutes
- Clash Detection - Priority Matrix - Part 1•6 minutes
- Clash Detection - Priority Matrix - Part 2•8 minutes
- Clash Detection - Rules•11 minutes
- Clash Detection - Report•8 minutes
- Clash Detection - Grouping•5 minutes
- Clash Detection - Roles and Responsibilities•3 minutes
- Clash Detection Process - Demo - Part 1•9 minutes
- Clash Detection Process - Demo - Part 2•5 minutes
- Clash Detection Process - Demo - Part 3•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Assignment on Interference / Clash Check•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- Interference/clash check•10 minutes
In the "LOD - Level of Development" module, you'll learn about Level of Development (LOD) in BIM. This includes understanding LOD, Level of Detail, and Level of Information. The module covers practical examples like wall foundations, precast structures, and plumbing systems to illustrate LOD applications. You'll also explore LOD charts, matrices, and the Model Progression Matrix for better project communication and standardization in BIM.
What's included
11 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
11 videos•Total 75 minutes
- Definition of Level of Development, Level of Detail and Level of Information - Part 1•13 minutes
- Definition of Level of Development, Level of Detail and Level of Information - Part 2•7 minutes
- Fundamentals of LOD definition•7 minutes
- LOD - Wall foundation•5 minutes
- LOD - Precast Structural Inverted T-Beam•5 minutes
- LOD - Domestic Water Piping•5 minutes
- LOD - Plumbing Fixture•5 minutes
- LOD - Packaged Generator Assembly•5 minutes
- LOD - Chart•6 minutes
- LOD Matrix•9 minutes
- LOD - Model Progression Matrix•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Assignment on Level of Development (LOD)•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- LOD – Level of Development•10 minutes
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