Experiences using building information modeling for a construction project
Journal
EG-ICE 2010 - 17th International Workshop on Intelligent Computing in Engineering
Date Issued
2019
Author(s)
Abstract
Many researchers have found that Building Information Modeling (BIM) can facilitate various aspects of construction management, especially in the communication between and coordination of resources. Such management tools can also increase the likelihood of identifying problems prior to actual construction and thus avoid costly re-work. Although the advantages of BIM are generally recognized, the effort required and possible problems engineers may encounter when using BIM tools still need further investigation. In this research, we observed an actual project, a nine-floor office building with one basement level, and recorded the steps taken during the process of creating a BIM model. We recorded the time taken to create a BIM model from existing 2D drawings using Autodesk Revit Architecture, a BIM software application. We also recorded the time taken to link the schedule (built on MS-Project) with the BI model. The results provide decision-makers and construction professionals with an estimation of the time cost and human resource requirements involved in using BIM tools to build 3D/4D BIM models. The study also provides potential users with a better understanding of how BIM tools are applied in construction projects. © 2018 Esprit. All rights reserved.
Subjects
4D simulation; Building information modeling; Construction management
Other Subjects
Application programs; Construction; Decision making; Information management; Information theory; Intelligent computing; Office buildings; Project management; 4d simulations; Building Information Model - BIM; Construction management; Construction professionals; Construction projects; Management tool; Resource requirements; Software applications; Architectural design
Type
conference paper