Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit facilitates independent study and research in a team environment to solve simulated complex construction problems through a real time design and construct scenario, culminating in an exhibition and presentation of BIM information.

Supervision will be centred around the individuals capacity to find and resolve complex problems and decisions using the tools developed through the Master's program. There will be a strong emphasis on collaborative process and the effective communication of higher order thinking to facilitate judicious and ethical practice.

Credit
12 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 1OnlineOnline timetabled
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2OnlineOnline timetabled
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) apply theoretical understanding of processes of conceptualisation and documentation to design a large scale complex [multi – storey] building using BIM models; (2) apply technical and analytical skills to produce a legible and accessible BIM model of high quality; and (3) competently coordinate collaborative process and articulate complex ideas in a concise manner to users within BIM environment.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: digital folio. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Nicholas Kletnieks
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Successful completion of
or Unit(s) BLDG5000 BIM Authors
Successful completion of
Unit(s) BLDG5001 BIM Authors Online
Co-requisites
BLDG5100 BIM Dimensions
or BLDG5101 BIM Dimensions Online.
BLDG5200 Digital Site
or BLDG5201 Digital Site Online.
BLDG5300 BIM Sustainability
or BLDG5301 BIM Sustainability Online.
BLDG5500 BIM Network Teams
or BLDG5501 Network Teams Online.
BLDG5700 BIM Manager
or BLDG5701 BIM Manager Online.
Incompatibility
BLDG5801 Major Project Online (ID 7089)
Contact hours
3 hour studio per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.

Face to face

Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.

Online flexible

100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.

Online timetabled

100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.

Online Restricted

Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.

NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.

External

No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.

Off-campus

Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.

Multi-mode

Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.