Overview

The Basics of BIM provides an understanding of why BIM as Information Management is a fundamental requirement in delivering change within the AEC Industry and provides a common understanding of the acronyms. terms and definitions to facilitate collaborative exchange as we start to take advantage of the digital capabilities available to us.

Prerequisites

No Prerequisites

This course is suitable for everyone who requires an understanding of BIM and is a suggested prerequisite of those attending the OCSL Principles of BIM course


What is BIM?

BIM means different things to different people and this lesson introduces the different meanings of the acronym BIM and the concept of the information model. The Course is composed of 4 number Lesson as follows:

Lesson 1. BIM,BIM, & BIM. This lesson introduces the concept and  the different meanings of the acronym BIM and the concept of the information model;

Lesson 2. BIM Acronyms and Terminology. This lesson identifies the key acronym and terminology that have developed around Building information modelling;

Lesson 3. BIM Dimensions. This Lesson introduces the key BIM Dimensions and their meanings; and

Lesson 4. This lesson introduces highlights the issues relating to deliverables and process in determining a BIM workflow.


BIM Level 2 to BIM as ISO 19650

Overview

This course explains the development from the UK BIM Level 2 mandate to the International Standard for Information Management, IS0 19650. The Course is composed of 4 number Lesson which reflect the development of the UK BIM Level 2 proposals into the ISO 19650 series.

Lesson 1 UK BIM Level 2, This lesson explains the principles of the UK BIM Level 2 development from the HMG Mandate till the launch of ISO 19650

Lesson 2 BIM Acronyms and Terminology, This lesson identifies the International and European Standards that have developed around Building information modelling.

Lesson 3 UK BIM Framework, This lesson explains how the UK BIM Framework has developed and the implications for UK Construction. 

Lesson 4 Measuring BIM Maturity, This lesson introduces further terminology in the form of the ‘BIM maturity levels’ and the multiple definitions available for use.