Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Tutorial

Module Offerings

4603ICBTQS-AUG-PAR

4603ICBTQS-SEP-PAR

4603ICBTQS-SEP_NS-PAR

Aims

The aim of the module is to demonstrate an understanding of various aspects of information technology, BIM, planning and control concepts and techniques & model-based approaches required for construction sectors and to apply CAD and Revit tools to produce various design information & modelling details of construction sectors which ensure the competitive effectiveness of Quantity surveying practice.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Produce 2D drawings & 3D computer models using AutoCAD software
2.
Use Information Technology and appropriate software package to produce documentation
3.
Recognize role of information technology in attaining sustainable development goals for AEC
4.
Recognize Construction 4.0, and frontiers in IT based collaboration for AEC
5.
Review contemporary discourse in emerging technologies

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Introduction to construction packages:

2D drawing design of various civil engineering structures: Structural elements of

buildings (sub structural & super structural), floor layouts, schedule of openings,structural detailing

3D (Design) modelling of various building & civil engineering structures

Takeoff and preparation of BOQ with Cost X

Application of appropriate project management software: MS Project applications (Preparation of Gantt Charts)

Construction 4.0 : Current status of construction, Industry 4.0, What is construction 4.0 , Benefits and challenges

Future trends: Parametric Design, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Big Data, Sensor Technology
Module Overview:
This module aims to review state of the art developments in information technology (IT) for architecture, engineering, construction industry; and to discuss how these technologies may shape the current and future of quantity surveying practice.
Additional Information:
To review state of the art developments in information technology (IT) for architecture, engineering, and construction industry; and to discuss how these technologies may shape the current and future of quantity surveying practice

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