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SDCM72-001: BIM: Management, Innovation, and Intellectual Property Rights for IPD

Description

This subject provides an exploration of Building Information Modelling (BIM) principles, advanced management practices, and the integration of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) within BIM and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) environments. Covering key aspects such as model federation, BIM execution plans, ISO 19650 standards, and BIM for asset and facilities management, students will develop the skills necessary to manage BIM processes throughout the project lifecycle, from design to construction and operations. The subject also emphasizes emerging technologies like augmented reality, virtual reality, and digital twins, while offering a thorough understanding of intellectual property rights in BIM contexts, focusing on data security, ownership, and legal protection strategies for BIM and IPD projects. Through practical exercises, case studies, and collaborative seminars, students will apply their learning to real-world scenarios, ensuring they are prepared to lead BIM initiatives in complex construction projects. At the completion of this subject, students will have a solid foundation in BIM concepts, an understanding of how BIM influences project delivery, and an appreciation of its role in improving efficiency, reducing waste, and fostering collaboration in the construction industry.

Subject details

Type: Postgraduate Subject
Code: SDCM72-001
EFTSL: 0.250
Faculty: Faculty of Society and Design
Semesters offered:
  • May 2025 [Standard Offering]
Credit: 20
Study areas:
  • Construction, Property, and Planning
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2025: $12,680.00

Learning outcomes

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of core BIM concepts and technologies, including OpenBIM principles, the buildingSMART framework, and the application of relevant standards for managing digital information throughout the project lifecycle.
  2. Develop and apply strategies for managing BIM processes, roles, and responsibilities, ensuring effective collaboration and information exchange for optimised project execution and delivery.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of the integration of emerging technologies, such as virtual and augmented reality, digital twins, and real-time visualization tools into BIM workflows, enhancing project coordination, client engagement, and project decision-making.
  4. Manage Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and data security in BIM environments, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks and standards for information management, and promoting secure data sharing and collaboration.
  5. Apply construction process reengineering and optimisation techniques within BIM workflows to reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and streamline project delivery, in alignment with industry best practice.
  6. Synthesize and apply BIM knowledge to real-world scenarios, using appropriate standards, frameworks and information management systems to address complex project challenges, ensuring effective collaboration and successful project outcomes.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:

Nil

Restrictions: This subject is not available to
  • Study Abroad Students
  • This subject is not available to students on US Financial Aid.
  • Students on a Student Visa may be restricted from enrolment due to the mode of delivery in the chosen semester. Check the subject outline for further details.

This subject is not available as a general elective. To be eligible for enrolment, the subject must be specified in the studentsโ€™ program structure.

Subject dates

Standard Offering
Enrolment opens: 23/03/2025
Semester start: 19/05/2025
Subject start: 19/05/2025
Last enrolment: 01/06/2025
Teaching census: 13/06/2025
Withdraw - Financial: 14/06/2025
Withdraw - Academic: 05/07/2025