BIM Implementation

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Questions and Answers

Which industry has been using BIM since the 70s?

Automotive industry

Fashion industry

Technology industry

Construction industry (correct)

When was the private version of Revit-like software released?

1999 (correct)

2000

1970

2002

What is the underlying principle of BIM?

Collaborative development

Data-driven approach (correct)

2D representational approach

Integrated project delivery

Which organization published the Canadian Practice Manual for BIM?

buildingSMART Canada and the Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Building Information Modeling (BIM)?

The collaborative practices of creating, using, and maintaining models in support of the lifecycle of a facility Signup and view all the answers

When was BIM introduced to architectural practices on a wide scale?

Early 1990s Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is a key factor in achieving interoperability in the design-construction industry?

Standardization of data exchange systems Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'interoperability' mean in the context of the AEC/FM industries?

The ability for multiple information systems to coexist and interact Signup and view all the answers

Which project delivery system is better structured to leverage the full collaborative mode of BIM?

Integrated project delivery (IPD) Signup and view all the answers

Which role is responsible for the development of policies about access and editing control, development of templates, and structuring libraries of shared digital content?

System Integrator Signup and view all the answers

What is the job scope of an individual in the architectural practice who takes on the role of a BIM Manager?

Configuring the model for a given project Signup and view all the answers

What skills should be considered when recruiting staff for a BIM implementation?

Interpersonal skills Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key driver for the transformation of design-construction processes and technologies?

Reduction of risks in project delivery Signup and view all the answers

What does the adoption of BIM as an enhanced design and production tool alone NOT resolve?

Liability issues in project delivery Signup and view all the answers

What does BIM implementation require changes in?

Process and technology Signup and view all the answers

According to the Canadian Practice Manual for BIM, what is the definition of building information modeling?

A process focused on the development, use, and transfer of digital information models of a building project Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a federated model in the context of BIM?

To create a common data environment by bringing together discipline-specific models Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the BIM lifecycle is the longest and where much of the investment in the process is realized?

Facility management Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about the implementation of BIM learning process?

Audits should be conducted during and following the implementation of the BIM learning process Signup and view all the answers

What are the different options for developing an education program for BIM training?

Purchasing off-the-shelf training, employing custom training, developing an in-house training program Signup and view all the answers

What should the strategic plan of a firm articulate?

The value proposition that the firm presents to the marketplace Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider different client segments when developing a training program for BIM?

Different client segments will value different features of BIM and the associated services Signup and view all the answers

What should a training program for BIM address?

Human resource and strategic needs Signup and view all the answers

What should a training program for BIM be developed as?

A set of interrelated projects with defined scopes and clear objectives Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of a firm's operational planning?

Human resources planning Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

BIM Background and History

The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry has been using BIM since the 1970s.
A private version of Revit-like software was released in the 1980s.

BIM Definition and Principles

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is based on the underlying principle of creating a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility.
The Canadian Practice Manual for BIM defines BIM as a modeling technology and associated set of processes to produce, communicate, and analyze building information.

Interoperability and Collaboration

Interoperability in the design-construction industry means the ability of different systems and software to share and use each other's data seamlessly.
A key factor in achieving interoperability is the use of open standards and data formats.
The Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) system is better structured to leverage the full collaborative mode of BIM.

BIM Roles and Responsibilities

The BIM Manager is responsible for developing policies about access and editing control, developing templates, and structuring libraries of shared digital content.
The job scope of a BIM Manager in an architectural practice includes ensuring the effective implementation and use of BIM.

BIM Skills and Training

When recruiting staff for BIM implementation, skills to consider include technical skills, communication skills, and willingness to learn.
Developing an education program for BIM training can be done in-house, through external providers, or through online resources.
A training program for BIM should address the needs of different client segments and be developed as part of the firm's strategic plan.
The training program should articulate the firm's BIM vision, goals, and objectives.