Learning Outcomes

In this free course, you will learn how to:

• Define the concept of ‘BIM’
• Distinguish between CAD and BIM
• Explain the importance of BIM
• Identify different types of virtual models
• State the properties of BIM design applications
• List different BIM platforms used in the industry
• Identify the benefits of BIM for facility owners and managers
• Define the role of the owner in a BIM project
• State the application of BIM in the design industry
• Discuss how architects can design construction-level building models
• Describe the current trends in BIM
• List some obstacles to adopting BIM