Specialist Diploma in Building Information Modeling (BIM) BIM Fundamentals BM3801

Lecture 3

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BIM Fundamentals Summary

BIM Concepts & Basics Model Development & Project Phases

Uses of models, Quality & Management

Collaboration & Coordination, Software & Tools BIM in the Real World

Tonights agenda
Extraction vs. Live info

Model Quality
Role of the Model Manager Model Management Activities

A Fundamental Concept

How do we make drawings from a 3D model?

Build the model

Extraction

Build a 3D model
Extract Plan
- significant effort involved with setting display symbology properly

Set a Plane

Extract a 2D image
Detail the drawing

Can be dressed up to - must redraw stairs, railings & annotation use on a sheet
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Bentley Process

Build the model

Live Representation

Build a 3D model

Views from model

are shown on The model is represented live in sheets the drawings

Revit/ADT Process

Consider This
Extracted Info Dead line work: Design change can require re-extraction & re-work Perception of better control over symbology (Stairs, cut levels, etc) Live Info Up to date reflection of design arrangement Different effort required to make things look as you want

Choice related to:

Task at hand Staff skill v. time

Not a software specific choice

ACAD, Bentley and Revit can all do both

YOU MUST CONSIDER YOUR WORKFLOW

Tonights agenda
Extraction vs. Live info

Model Quality
Role of the Model Manager Model Management Activities

Uses of Models
Models are created for a wide range of

purposes; in-house use or coordination and contract purposes. This range includes:

Visualisation, communication and coordination Data extraction Document production Simulation and analysis: implications for content and detail of objects in model eg. Ecotect analysis, Building Life Cycle: Environmental impacts LCA, Cost LCC, 3D - 4D - 5D 6D
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BIM Modeling Requirements

Questions to be answered in a coordinated,

agreed way:

What type of model? What level of detail is required? What is the purpose of the model?, What is it going to be used for? How are models created? Software & Methodology How will the model data be exchanged? What is the expected longevity of building data? Process: methodology/ sequence of model building

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Model Quality
What is quality model building? What model

characteristics can be investigated? Model checking

Visual checks Interference checks Code/standard checks Element validation

Avoid The Blame Game

Iterative design process Priorities in the process Sensitivity of design partners

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The Blame Game

Important to remember:

Iterative nature of design process All parties have different priorities at different stages of the game Rarely is a design team member TRULY incompetent!

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Model Quality
Model structure Design Check

Data on building storeys

Space Compliance with project parameters Duplicate and co-incidental model objects Incorrect object use

Clash detection
Version comparison of models: Reporting

versions Code compliance: egress, accessibility and code checking

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Model Structure
Element Sizes, Locations, Materials,

Configuration

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Model Structure

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Model Structure

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Model Structure

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Design Check
Are key design elements working properly?

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Design Check
Or is there misunderstanding about design intent?

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Model Quality
Data on building storeys

Floor area, uses, penetrations Vertical Circulation Room uses, sizes, finishes, adjacencies Linking Data to other software

Space Compliance with project parameters

Excel, Access, etc.

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Model Quality

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Model Quality

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Model Quality
Duplicate and co-incidental model objects

Who models what? Building Grid Structural v. Non-Structural elements Timing of Handover

Related to project schedule

Responsibility Matrix v. Index of Elements

Project setup, standards and coordinated efforts

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Modeling Kit of Parts

Part
Walls

Description
Partition Wall

Dimension
W = 150mm

Other
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Block Wall
Glazing Doors Single Double Overhead

W = 250mm
W = 150 NA Parametric NA Parametric NA Parametric

Mullion pattern to be developed in due course

Revolving
Sliding (2 & 3 Pane) Window Rail Single Pane Inoperable Guardrail Guardrail w/Handrail

NA Parametric
NA Parametric NA Parametric W = 30mm W = 50mm Mullion pattern to be developed in due course Simple rectangular rail Simple rectangular rail Representation of slab on metal deck.

Slabs
Stair Ramp

Typ. roof slab element

Typical stair style Typical ramp style

Th = 250mm
NA Parametric NA Parametric

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Matrix of Responsibility
Element/Area
Structural elements Slabs

Structural
Columns Beams X

Archi

Other
Inbed locations?

Penetration layout Partition Block Cladding

Walls

Load Bearing

Coordination of MEP sleeves with beam and rebar? Inbed locations? How is Fire Rating indicated? How to handle finishes on load bearing walls?

Doors Glazing

(as appropriate) X Curtain walls Backing for curtain walls Windows Store fronts Hieghts Grid systems MUST be draw accurately for coordination with duct work and lighting systems How to integrate with interiors package? Ceiling structural elements

Ceilings

Grids Light Fixtures Mechanical Decorative/Facad e Decking Grading (as appropriate) Stairs

Louvers

Roof

Joists

V-Circ

Core Walls Elevator support structure

Handrails
Escalators Elevator clearances Input required from manufacturers

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Model Quality Object Use

Incorrect object use creates bad karma

Objects have categories Walls = Walls, Doors = Doors, Rails = Rails, etc. These categories should be respected

If not, the method of modelling needs to be communicated downstream. Can result in abortive work and limited model use.

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BIM Object Based Modeling

The computer understands a Wall is a Wall,

door is a door, etc.

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Parametric Modeling
Parameter = Object specific data which drives

form or conveys information

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Model Quality
Clash detection

Setting Model Orientation & Origin True North v. Project North Model 0,0 v. Civil Info v. Northing-Easting Different programs have different ways of dealing with this process Part of project setup & documentation/modeling manual

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Model Quality - Versions

Reporting & Recording Versions

Model sharing/tracking issue Increased difficulty as project grows and timeline shrinks Software packages to track this

Responsibility of model manager

Avoid The Blame Game

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Model Quality - Versions

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Model Quality
Code compliance: egress, accessibility and code

checking

Smart objects and scheduling

Intentional programming of elements

BIM can ASSIST, but the human eye must be the final judge!

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Model Quality

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The Aim of Digital Modeling

Accurate, good quality digital models Accurate detailed data within objects

Downstream & upstream understanding of

design Re-use of data for a range of existing and new purposes Repeatable, reliable data exchanges expect output Input data once, not the 7 times minimum that is current industry practice

Is this really possible?

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How do we get to Quality?

Adequate Hardware
The Right Software Trained & Passionate people

Process Management

Setting project standards early There is no such thing as a Standard Building

A great building requires a great client, a great architect & a great builder and their teams better be good too!

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Tonights agenda
Extraction vs. Live info Model Quality Role of the Model Manager

Model Management Activities

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Role of Model Manger

New job type or extension of existing

responsibilities?

Design Model Manager

Design Modeler Construction Modeler

Construction Model Manager

FM Model Manager

FM Modeler

If you are going to take on a role like this, you better know how to model

REALLY WELL!

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BIM equals.

BUILDING

How do buildings go together?

INFORMATION

What information is important and how do I present it?

MODELLING

The ability to input design or construction information in a 3D environment

To do the job of BIM Manager well, you must have a grasp on all 3 elements. No shortcuts. No excuses.

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BIM Application Areas

Advanced BIM Technologies

Emerging developments in BIM 4D and 5D modelling for optioneering/ optimisation Facilities management (6D) Rule-based design Sustainability LCA and the use of eco-profiling Bill of Quantities (BOQs) and specifications New business processes: Lean construction Increasing off-site fabrication Model servers
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Tonights agenda
Extraction vs. Live info

Model Quality
Role of the Model Manager Model Management Activities

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Activities of Model Management

Different from Modeling.

Not creating the model, but laying the groundrules Important the management level guys get a sense of the difference, especially during project set-up

Whose job is this? And is it an additional

service?

Extra effort and cost to architects and engineers Benefits of time and money to builder and client External v. Internal Model management
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Activities of Model Management

Model co-ordination

Alignment & orientation Understanding who models what Sharing templates among design team

Clash detection

What is object size limit

50mm pipes v. 300mm x 600mm beam Level of Development and modeling stage

How to organize and communicate the clash

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Activities of Model Management

Exchanges

File format Frequency Making and tracking comments Distribution & Archiving Units Orientation & Location References Solid v. Surface Smart v. Dumb

Import export settings

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Activities of Model Management

Purpose of exchanges

Review Coordination Fabrication Statutory submission Design milestone (Getting Paid) Managing versions

Archiving

Project document management system

Native model v. PDF. v. Paper

File format

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Activities of Model Management

Process management

BIM execution guide/implementation guide Statutory level, Organizational level & Project Level No such thing as a Standard Project, but experience matters

Modeling standards

Level of Development (LOD) Responsibilities matrix Kit of parts & Element Categories
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BIG BIM v. Little BIM

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BIG BIM v. Little BIM

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