BIM for Construction Education: Initial Findings from a Literature Review
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2019
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Emerald Publishing Limited
Abstract
Purpose – BIM education for construction professionals has tended to lag industry developments. This
investigation initiates doctoral research into the use of BIM for construction education. The purpose of this
study is to gain an understanding of existing examples of BIM education, their characteristics, the challenges
faced in their implementation and any clear trends to focus the doctoral research effort.
Design/Methodology/Approach – A systematic search of peer-reviewed BIM education literature was
carried out. From the articles captured, 51 specific cases of BIMeducation were identified and analysed.
Findings – Most cases are from the USA with a more global spread from 2013. A tendency towards
interdisciplinary collaboration was apparent though single discipline courses remain important. BIM
software in education is dominated by Autodesk products. Most cases were found to be BIM-focused with few
examples of BIM-enabled education. This was consistent with the most significant BIM education challenges
that were found to relate to the skill levels of students, time and the availability of technical support.
Research Limitations/Implications – This is an initial study. It is based on only 51 cases of BIM
education, which were partially described in peer reviewed conference and journal papers available in
international databases.
Practical Implications – The investigation has shed some light on existing examples of BIM education
and these are useful in designing BIM education initiatives as well as directing further research efforts.
Originality/Value – The study offers an original perspective on global BIM education. It also represents
the commencement of doctoral research.
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Building Information Modelling, BIM, BIM education, Construction education, Education, Literature review
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Olowa, T.O.O., Witt, Emlyn. and Lill I. (2019): BIM for Construction Education: Initial Findings from a Literature Review. Proceedings 10th Nordic Conference on Construction Economics and Organization. Lill I. and Emlyn W. (eds) 305-313. Published by Emerald Publishing Limited. Available online at https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/S25162853201 90000002047/full/html