DIT College of Engineering and the Built Environment

Dublin School of Architecture

School of Multi-disciplinary Technologies
Dublin School of Architecture
Part time and CPD programmes in
2013-2014
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
DIT College of Engineering and the Built Environment
Dublin School of Architecture
School of Multi-disciplinary Technologies
This brochure features images of project work produced by
Springboard students at the DIT Dublin School of Architecture.
What is BIM?
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is an innovative and collaborative way of
working that is underpinned by digital technologies which support more efficient
methods of designing, creating and maintaining the built environment. In essence
BIM embeds key product and asset data within multi-dimensional computer models
that can be used for effective management of information throughout the project
lifecycle from earliest inception through occupation. It has been described as a
game-changing technological and cultural process for the construction sector.
From Growth through BIM April 3012 report of the UK Construction Industry
Council (CIC)
BIM will be central to the resurgence of the building industry in Ireland. For the
coming years it is predicted that building activity in the domestic economy will be
centred on the vast challenge of retrofitting the existing private, public and domestic
building stock to meet mandatory EU energy performance requirements, while
opportunities are also emerging for Irish building design and construction businesses
to provide design and construction services in an international setting. All of this
activity will require significant up-skilling amongst architects, engineers, surveyors,
technologists and construction managers in the use of BIM.
The School of Architecture and School of Multidisciplinary Technologies at the DIT
College of Engineering + Built Environment have developed a suite of BIM
programmes and modules to meet this need.
Application forms can be downloaded from http://www.dit.ie/architecture/
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
DIT / College / School
The College of Engineering & the Built Environment is one of four colleges in the Dublin Institute of Technology.
The College comprises seven schools, each of which provides professionally accredited undergraduate and
postgraduate programmes in building design and construction disciplines including architecture, architectural
technology, civil and structural engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, planning, quantity surveying
and construction management.
The new School of Multidisciplinary Technologies has developed two industry-focussed re-skilling programmes
in Building Information Modelling (BIM), which are delivered in collaboration with the Dublin School of
Architecture, the School of Surveying & Construction Management and the School of Mechanical & Design
Engineering, These programmes are:
DT775 CPD Diploma (BIM Technologies)
DT775a CPD Diploma (Collaborative BIM)
The Dublin School of Architecture also delivers three short CPD Certificate modules focussed on developing
the BIM skills for architects and architectural technologists. These modules are:
CPDBEU01 BIM Architecture 1: Primary Building Elements
CPDBEU02 BIM Architecture 2: Secondary Building Elements
CPDBEU04 BIM Architecture 3: Tertiary Building Elements
Full details on our BIM and other part time postgraduate and CPD programmes are available on the homepage
of the DIT Dublin School of Architecture http://www.dit.ie/architecture/
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What our CPD BIM students say:
This is what some of our CPD BIM students have said about the CPD BIM programmes:
My first few hours working on Revit blew my mind
away. I was thrilled to be able to produce basic 3D
models in such a quick way. Initially I thought that
we were merely drawing in 3D, but I now see Revit
as a very powerful database which presents data
graphically, enabling us humans to interpret it. This
demands careful control of the data input, adding
information at any given stage of the project in a
logical and organised manner, building up in layers
of increasing complexity as the project progresses.
I look forward to building on the skills I now have,
and cant wait to do my first real BIM project!
Architect
The main reason that I was keen to upskill in
Revit was to optimise employment security and
ensure that I was not overtaken by some young
whippersnapper fresh out of college.
Architectural Technologist
I found the lectures were delivered in a very
friendly and informative manner. The back-up from
the lecturer and assistant was second to none and
went a long way to my enjoyment of the course.
Engineering Technician
Having completed the BIM Architecture 1
module, I realise that for Irish consultancies and
multi-disciplinary design teams working in growing
but competitive international markets, BIM is a
must. The capacity to use BIM could be a
consultancy's unique selling point, but can also
provide the efficiencies required to alter the profit
range. Structural engineer
I recently attended an interview for a new project with a
retail client. My co-directors were making the job pitch
and towards the end of the interview I took out my laptop
and gave them a brief introduction to BIM through the
use of my DIT project model. They are informed
clients and experienced in examining conventional
sketches, Autocad drawings, sketch-up models etc.
They were so impressed with the capabilities of Revit,
and of our ability to use it, that it swung the contract
in our favour. Architectural Technologist
Over the last few years many new software
applications have promised so much. They all
looked really slick when they were demonstrated,
but alas when you tried to use them in the real world
they did not come up to scratch. My experience with
Revit has been completely different. I started with a
little apprehension, but to my surprise it went way
beyond my expectations due to its ease of use and
the results you can get with very little input. After
only an eight week course I had enough ability and
confidence to produce a model with basic
construction documentation. Going forward I feel I
will be able to build on this foundation of knowledge
and produce building industry standard construction
documents. Now I am looking to the future with
great interest to see where this new journey will take
me. Construction Technician
It is quite extraordinary how much we all learnt
within three and a half months. Although many felt
under pressure at various stages it was all worth
it. It is an inspirational course and a unique
concept in BIM education. I think you have all
surpassed your goal. Architect
Entry requirements:
The various College of Engineering + Built Environment CPD BIM programmes and modules are open to the
following categories of applicants:
Graduates of Level 8 degree programmes in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Mechanical
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying,
Construction Management
Graduates of professionally accredited Level 7 programmes in Architectural Technology and Construction
Technology
All students are required to have sound basic computer skills, and experience of construction processes.
Programme attendance:
To complete a CPD Diploma programme, students
should allocate 20 hours of their time each week for the
duration of each semester. 6 hours will be spent in
college, and the remaining 14 hours will be spent in self-
directed learning carrying out project work.
To complete a standalone CPD Certificate module,
students should allocate 7 hours of their time each week
for the duration of each semester. Students attend
college for 3 hours each week over a period of 8 weeks,
and the remaining hours are spent in self-directed
learning carrying out project work.
To facilitate students already in employment, attendance
in college will generally take place between 18.00-21.00
on weekdays and 10-00-13.00 on Saturdays. All other
learning can be achieved remotely and online.
Career opportunities:
This programme will provide experienced built environment professionals and recent Level 8 graduates with
an additional skill set centred on Building Information Modelling which will enable employment as a BIM
professional in building design practices and the construction industry.
Additional benefits for CPD BIM students:
Students registered on DIT part time and CPD programmes have access to all the resources available to full
time students. These include:
Access to BIM software including Autodesk Revit, IES, Navisworks, CostX
Access to PCs and software, 08.00-21.30, Monday-Saturday
At-cost plotting
Web based BIM resources on DIT webcourses intranet
Web access to library services including codes and standards
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
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DT775 CPD Diploma (BIM Technologies)
Programme description:
The DT775 CPD Diploma (BIM Technologies) is a 1 year part time multi-disciplinary up-skilling programme for
architects, technologists, engineers, surveyors, construction managers and other professionals with an
academic and / or professional background in the activity of building design and procurement.
The programme is set at Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications and aims to provide graduates
of building design and construction related programmes with an educational setting in which to develop an
ability to use Building Information Modelling (BIM) for the purposes of technical design, digital analysis and
information production in a multi-disciplinary building design process.
Over two semesters students will develop skills in the use of BIM applications relevant to their discipline
(Architecture, Architectural Technology, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Surveying and Construction
Management) with an introduction to selected BIM applications used by other disciplines.
Programme modules:
Collaborative BIM 1: Introduction to Building Information Modelling Technologies
BIM Architecture 1: BIM Building Services 1 BIM Surveying and Management 1:
Primary Building Elements Programming & Scheduling
BIM Architecture 2: BIM Building Services 2 BIM Surveying and Management 2:
Secondary Building Elements Leveraging BIM for Cost & Value
Management
BIM Architecture 3: BIM Building Services 3: BIM Surveying and Management 3:
Tertiary Building Elements Sustainability Analysis & Low Advanced BIM for Construction &
Energy Building Design Project Management
Collaborative BIM 2: Collaborative BIM Module
DT775a CPD Diploma (Collaborative BIM)
Programme description:
The DT775a CPD Diploma (Collaborative BIM) is a 2 year part time multi-disciplinary up-skilling
programme for architects, technologists, engineers, surveyors, construction managers and other
professionals with an academic and / or professional background in the activity of building design and
procurement. It comprises the modules of the DT775 CPD Diploma (BIM Technologies) over Year 1,
together with further modules in Year 2 focussed on management processes and collaborative design
using BIM.
As with DT775, the programme is set at Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications. It aims to provide
graduates of building design and construction related programmes with an educational setting in which to
develop an ability to use BIM for the purposes of technical design, digital analysis and information production
in a multi-disciplinary building design process, with an additional skillset extending to management and
collaborative design processes.
Over four semesters students will develop skills in the use of BIM applications relevant to their discipline
(Architecture, Architectural Technology, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Surveying and
Construction Management) with an introduction to selected BIM applications used by other disciplines,
and an ability to engage in collaborative design in a multi-disciplinary design team setting, using the
medium of BIM.
Programme modules:
Collaborative BIM 1: Introduction to Building Information Modelling Technologies
BIM Architecture 1: BIM Building Services 1 BIM Surveying and Management 1:
Primary Building Elements Programming & Scheduling
BIM Architecture 2: BIM Building Services 2 BIM Surveying and Management 2:
Secondary Building Elements Leveraging BIM for Cost & Value
Management
BIM Architecture 3: BIM Building Services 3: BIM Surveying and Management 3:
Tertiary Building Elements Sustainability Analysis & Low Advanced BIM for Construction &
Energy Building Design Project Management
Collaborative BIM 2: Collaborative BIM Module
Collaborative BIM 3: Advanced BIM Processes and Management
Collaborative BIM 4: Collaborative Multidisciplinary BIM Design Project
Programme fee:
2400 + registration
Programme duration:
2 x 15 week semesters
Registration, induction and
commencement:
January each year
Commencement:
Week commencing 23/09/2013
Location:
DIT Bolton Street
Contact details for further
information:
kevin.furlong@dit.ie
Programme details:
Programme fee:
4800 + registration
Programme duration:
4 x 15 week semesters
Registration, induction and
commencement:
January each year
Commencement:
Week commencing 23/09/2013
Location:
DIT Bolton Street
Contact details for further
information:
kevin.furlong@dit.ie
Programme details:
www.dit.ie/architecture
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
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CPDBEU01 CPD Certificate (BIM Architecture 1)
Module description:
The CPDBEU01 CPD Certificate (BIM Architecture 1)
is the first of three related part time multi-disciplinary
up-skilling BIM module for building design
professionals with an academic and / or professional
background in the activity of building design and
procurement.
It is set at Level 8 in the National Framework of
Qualifications, and can be combined with the related
BIM Architecture 2 and BIM Architecture 3 modules
to achieve the award of CPD Diploma (BIM
Architecture).
The module is aimed at industry professionals who
are fully employed and who have only limited
available time for re-skilling. The module is delivered
in 3 hour blocks over eight contact weeks with the
choice of aligning project work with an office projects.
This module is introductory and aims to provide graduates of building design and construction related
programmes with an educational setting in which to up-skill in the Revit Architecture BIM application and will
develop the learners knowledge of basic techniques for creating a digital building model.
On completion of the module the learner will be able to:
Select an appropriate application template to begin a building project
Describe the organisation of the graphic user interface and identify the hierarchy to be able to locate and
execute commands, sub commands on the GUI
Set up grids and levels for precise 3d element drawing
Interpret sketch and CAD designs for creation of a BIM project
Create a building mass to reflect the proposed building shape, size and volume
Construct and edit primary building elements
Organise building data on to digital plotting sheets
The module is aimed at industry professionals who are fully employed and who have only limited available
time for re-skilling. The module is delivered in 3 hour blocks over eight contact weeks with the choice of
aligning project work with an office projects.
CPDBEU02 CPD Certificate (BIM Architecture 2)
Module description:
The CPDBEU02 CPD Certificate (BIM Architecture 2)
is the second of three related part time multi-
disciplinary up-skilling BIM modules for building
design professionals with an academic and / or
professional background in the activity of building
design and procurement.
It is set at Level 8 in the National Framework of
Qualifications, and can be combined with the related
BIM Architecture 1 and BIM Architecture 3 modules
to achieve the award of CPD Diploma (BIM
Architecture).
This is an intermediate module and will develop the
learners ability for creating secondary building
elements to integrate with primary building elements
in a digital building model.
On completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
Identify and select a set of secondary building elements from a digital library
Create and edit secondary building element sets for use in the building project
Recognise the hierarchy and have ability to execute commands, sub commands of secondary building
elements
Establish how to connect and edit primary and secondary building elements
Convey graphic description and measurement of secondary building elements
Construct custom annotations, tags and keynotes
Schedule values to measure primary and secondary building elements
Manipulate the model to effectively visualise the building by way of views
Organise building data on to digital plotting sheets
The module is aimed at industry professionals who are fully employed and who have only limited available
time for re-skilling. The module is delivered in 3 hour blocks over eight contact weeks with the choice of
aligning project work with an office projects.
Programme fee:
500 + registration
Programme duration:
8 contact weeks over one
15 week semester
Registration, induction and
commencement:
January each year
Location:
DIT Bolton Street
Contact details for further
information:
cormac.allen@dit.ie
Programme details:
www.dit.ie/architecture
Programme fee:
500 + registration
Programme duration:
8 contact weeks over one
15 week semester
Commencement:
October and February each year
Location:
DIT Bolton Street
Contact details for further
information:
cormac.allen@dit.ie
Programme details:
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Dublin School of Architecture
Springboard funded programmes
commencing September 2013
Are you a professionally qualified building design
professional who is unemployed, in reduced
employment, or previously self-employed?
If so you may be eligible for admission to the
following DIT part time programmes which are
being offered under the Department of Education &
Skills Springboard initiative commencing in
September 2013:
Retrofit & Energy Performance programmes (Dublin School of Architecture):
Code Programme Duration Credits Level
DT774 Postgraduate Certificate 1 30 9
(Digital Analysis & Energy Retrofit)* year
DT775d Postgraduate Certificate 1 30 9
(Thermal Performance Modelling) year
DT775e CPD Diploma 1 15 9
(Building Environmental Assessment Methods) semester
*This programme limited to professionally qualified architects and architectural technologists
To be eligible for a place on a Springboard programme a person must be unemployed with
a previous history of employment and satisfy one of the following three criteria and be actively
seeking employment:
1. Be in receipt of one of the payments from the Department of Social Protection (for
example Jobseekers Benefit, Jobseekers Allowance, Disability Allowance etc) OR
2. Be signing for social insurance contribution credits OR
3. Be previously self-employed
Details on these and other related programmes are available on the DIT School of
Architecture website homepage: http://www.dit.ie/architecture/
Springboard applications should be made through the Springboard website:
http://www.springboardcourses.ie/
For further information please email aileen.mullane@dit.ie
Springboard funded students will be provided with a work placement opportunity as part of the programme.
Details will be confirmed as part of the application process.
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CPDBEU03 CPD Certificate (BIM Architecture 3)
Module description:
The CPDBEU03 CPD Certificate (BIM Architecture
3) is the third of three related part time multi-
disciplinary up-skilling BIM modules for building
design professionals with an academic and / or
professional background in the activity of building
design and procurement.
It is set at Level 8 in the National Framework of
Qualifications, and can be combined with the
related BIM Architecture 1 and BIM Architecture 2
modules to achieve the award of CPD Diploma
(BIM Architecture).
The module is aimed at industry professionals who
are fully employed and who have only limited
available time for re-skilling. The module is delivered
in 3 hour blocks over eight contact weeks with the
choice of aligning project work with an office projects.
This is an advanced module and will develop the learners ability for creating tertiary building elements developing
technical designs to integrate with primary and secondary building elements in a digital building model.
On completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
Locate and select detail design components to construct tertiary details for building elements in a digital
building model
Create and edit tertiary building element representation for use in the technical detail design
Identify the hierarchy and create or import 2D construction details to co-ordinate with the primary and
secondary building elements in a digital building model
Convey graphic description and measurement of technical design details
Transfer graphic description and measurement of secondary building elements
Coordinate other digital building information models from the design team
Arrange building data on to digital plotting sheets
The module is aimed at industry professionals who are fully employed and who have only limited available
time for re-skilling. The module is delivered in 3 hour blocks over eight contact weeks with the choice of
aligning project work with an office projects.
Programme fee:
500 + registration
Programme duration:
8 contact weeks over one
15 week semester
Commencement:
October and February each year
Location:
DIT Bolton Street
Contact details for further
information:
cormac.allen@dit.ie
Programme details: