Description

Theory
1

Theory/Practice
2

Instructors

Ricardo Pereira Santos

Contents

1. Introduction to construction digitisation
1.1. Importance of digital technologies for the construction industry
1.2. Challenges and opportunities of digitisation in civil construction
1.3. Technologies and methodologies applied to construction digitisation
2. Introduction to Building Information Modelling (BIM)
2.1. Fundamentals of BIM methodology
2.2. Introduction to parametric modelling
2.3. Use of BIM platforms
2.4. Introduction to OpenBIM
3. Digital surveying technologies
3.1. Definition of digital surveying and its importance
3.2. Laser scanner and LiDAR technology
3.3. Acquisition of satellite and drone images
3.4. Reference to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
4. Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR)
4.1. VR/AR applications in construction
4.2. Visualisation of projects in VR/AR
5. Additive manufacturing concepts

Learning Outcomes

OB1: Develop three-dimensional models using BIM methodology for construction applications.

OB2: Create and manage BIM models, including component families and federated models.

OB3: Generate technical documentation, including plans, elevations, and sections, from BIM models.

OB4: Apply georeferencing concepts and digital survey techniques in construction projects.

OB5: Select appropriate digital surveying methodologies according to project requirements, equipment limitations, costs, and expected results.

OB6: Plan and execute digital survey campaigns and process the obtained data.

OB7: Apply point cloud modelling techniques for the representation of existing construction elements.

OB8: Perform structural and architectural measurements using digital tools and BIM-based information.

OB9: Evaluate the quality of digital models and survey results, applying critical analysis and quality control procedures.