Building Information Modeling and Sustainability in the AECOO Industry

This course introduces fundamental topics in sustainable building design and Lean methodology, and prompts consideration of how these can interact with BIM to increase sustainability of the built environment. The history, principles, and practices of sustainable construction are explored, and compared with Lean methodologies. The 70 BIM concept is introduced, and capabilities of BIM to directly and indirectly improve the sustainability of a project are explored. (Pre-requisite: BIM Fundamentals II)