Basic Knowledge, Applications and Tools for Building Information Modeling

• Managing directors, managers, builders, building contractors, architects, structural engineers, manufacturers of building products
• Specialist planners, surveyors, project controllers, project developers, and asset, property and facility managers
• Asset managers, property managers and facility managers
• In-house technicians and craftspeople
• Beginners who check and prepare BIM implementation in the company
• People responsible for BIM from the company

• Module 1: Basic understanding of BIM
  • Development and background
  • Definition of terms, history of BIM implementation and initiatives
  • BIM influencing factors
  • Opportunities and risks
• Module 2: BIM Use Cases and Tools
  • Basics of application
  • Use cases and tools for planning, execution and operation
  • Opportunities and risks

BIM competence is currently developing into one of the most relevant suitability criteria for tenders. The competitiveness of companies in the construction and real estate industry will depend heavily on knowledge of BIM-compliant work in the future. This compact e-learning comprises the first two modules of the training series "BIM Basics – Online Training". You will acquire important basic knowledge and receive answers to questions such as: What is BIM and what opportunities arise from BIM? The e-learning course is based on ISO 19650 published in August 2019.

Regardless of location and flexible in terms of time, you can acquire the relevant BIM basic knowledge, by means of web-based training and video sequences. With the integrated knowledge tests, you can check your knowledge immediately and repeat learning units if necessary. A high degree of practical relevance is ensured by real BIM examples.

The learner can go through this in a self-paced sequence. This online training contains a varied format mix of videos and WBT modules. Within the learning units, the learner has the opportunity to review his acquired knowledge in short quizzes.

Certificate of participation from the TÜV SÜD Academy

System requirements

Supported browsers include:

• Chrome
• Safari
• Internet Explorer
• Firefox

Additional requirements include:

• A high speed internet connection will provide best results.
• An email address is required to register for courses.
• Microsoft Media Player or equivalent is needed to play audio and video files.
• Flash Player is used for content and interactive learning. If necessary download and install Flash Player to ensure proper operation of course content.

What is included with the course?

Each course will include access to e-learning content, quizzes, and proof of completion. Additional resources may also be included and this will vary by course.

Can I pause the course and log in to it anytime?

Certainly. The course allows the learner to take a break and return to it within the defined access period (typically 365 days).

Are there any quizzes in the middle of the course?

Our e-learning courses are designed to promote interaction between learner and content and often include quizzes. Quizzes are designed to help understand where successful learning has been achieved, and where opportunities for additional review exist.

Can I get a refund if I cancel my enrollment?

Refunds cannot be provided once a course is activated. Please be sure to review course information prior to activation.

What happens if I don’t finish the course within the access period?

The standard access period is 365 days to allow sufficient time to complete your course.

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