Building Information Modelling (BIM) is the global industry standard for designing, procuring, constructing and managing buildings and infrastructure projects.
The digitisation of building components and performance data, coupled with the use of collaborative tools and internationally agreed standards, have been associated with reduced costs and improved outcomes on projects worldwide.
The Certificate in Building Information Modelling (BIM) with Revit 10-credit special purpose award is designed to act as a foundation for BIM adoption by those employed in the built environment related professions.
Commenting on the qualification, Seamus Murphy, head of Department of Technology, Engineering & Mathematics at the MTU Kerry Campus, said: “Participants are given the skills needed to create and engage with building information models and digital building data.
Collaborative
"The collaborative nature of the course supports the engagement of those operating in the fields of building design (architecture, civil and structural engineering, mechanical and electrical services, quantity surveying, building construction, related product manufacturing and facilities management).
"At MTU we pride ourselves on our close links to industry and we are seeing a real need in this industry for training in BIM and Revit. Graduates who have completed the programme speak highly of the course content and advise colleagues to consider upskilling in this area. Another benefit of the course is that it also qualifies as CPD hours for Chartered Engineers.”
The course focuses on the use of Autodesk Revit to generate model data and will take advantage of associated software packages and platforms to co-ordinate multiple disciplines in a common data environment (CDE). Practical activities are supplemented by live and recorded lectures, allowing participants to grow their understanding of BIM practice.
The content of the course is offered entirely online, further supporting the participant’s development in the use of collaborative tools. On completion, the successful candidate will be capable of generating BIM content and of participating in critical BIM processes using internationally agreed structures and procedures.
Applicants must hold an NFQ level 6 qualification in construction studies or related discipline or a minimum of two years’ experience in construction project-related work such as drawing production, measurement or similar activity. CAD experience would be beneficial but is not a prerequisite for this course.
The Certificate in Building Information Modelling (BIM) with Revit will be delivered online part-time from January 2024 to May 2024. Fees do not apply to applicants who meet the funding criteria under the Springboard+ initiative.
Visit www.springboardcourses.ie/eligibility for more information. For applicants who do not meet the Springboard+ eligibility criteria the fee is €580. For more information or to speak to our Lifelong Learning Office please email parttimekerry@mtu.ie or call 066 7191701.