Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Module Offerings
4536NCCG-JAN-PAR
4536NCCG-SEP-PAR
4536NCCG-SEP_NS-PAR
Aims
This module introduces students to digital technology for construction. It explores how digital technology can plan for a safer and professionally run project.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Explain how digital technology can help plan a project
2.
Identify a range of programs that could be used
3.
Use a CAD program to demonstrate the benefits of digital technology
4.
Identify how health and safety can be improved using digital technology
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Using drawings in construction
Types of digital programs available to the construction industry
Use CAD to create an example project
Health and safety issues
Changes in design
Communication to construction team
Presentation of projects using digital technology
Use of project planning tools (e.g. MS Project) in construction
Building Information Management: types of information kept, purposes of information, BIM management tools.