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Building Information Modeling (BIM)

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» Program Overview

The Building Information Modeling (BIM) at LTU is available online, as both an undergraduate and graduate certificate. It covers building information modeling and computer visualization, both of which play an increasingly important role in architecture, specifically building design, construction, and operation. With the help of cutting-edge computer software, building information modeling and computer visualization use 3D modeling techniques that integrate a building’s components – properties, location, geometry, spatial relationships, etc. The ability to visualize the project with BIM software increases productivity in the overall building process and improves communication between architects, engineers, contractors, and other key team members, making the project more efficient and economical.

» Curriculum

Course Name

Course #

Credits

BIM Fundamentals

Introduction to the principles and practices of Building Information Modeling (BIM). The fundamentals of BIM project organization and hierarchies, geometric organizational elements and component families. BIM tools are applied toward the creation of visualizations and graphical representations of the built form including orthographic and perspectival representations, and the integration of quantitative and graphical information to gain an understanding of the advantages and limitations of BIM.

ARC5023

3

BIM for Building Systems

Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools and techniques pertaining to structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other service networks. BIM tools are applied to model the components of individual networks and gain an understanding of the integration of different networks within the building. The role of BIM as a collaborative platform between different disciplines in the building industry is explored.

ARC5033

3

BIM for Energy and Ecology

Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools and techniques pertaining to energy analysis modeling (EAM) and the ecologies of landscape and infrastructure. BIM tools are applied towards the integration of information from disparate sources and the testing of speculative alternatives. 

Tuesdays, 7:10pm – 9:50pm

Online

Prerequisites: BIM Fundamentals

ARC5043

3

BIM Programming and Prototyping

Introduction to methods of inputting and manipulating information in BIM through parametric and visual programming, and methods of materializing BIM information through rapid prototyping and digital fabrication. The implications of BIM workflows on the practice of building design and construction are explored.

ARC5053

3

» Document Viewer

Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.