PgDip in Advanced Construction Technologies and BIM

University of Strathclyde

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develop sought-after understanding of sustainable approaches and practices

a multidisciplinary course that aims to develop the knowledge, practical, and personal skills of graduates to work in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) industry and to develop further research skills related to AEC fields

enables practitioners to gain access to a theoretical base and to appraise current and future strategies in Advanced Construction Technologies and Building Information Modelling

Why this course?

The need for advanced technologies has become necessary to accomplish sustainable engineering projects, especially for the construction industry. Various Advanced Construction Technologies (ACT) have emerged over the last decades. With the development of Building Information Modelling, the future of construction will be transformed into a more digital industry.

Various Advanced Construction Technologies are now BIM compliant across stages such as:

preparation of the client brief

conceptual and detailed design

construction and operational

These developments have provided technical and management support to solve complex and multidisciplinary problems for all project stakeholders.

There's a unique opportunity for the next generation of graduates to become highly-skilled in this field and gain further advantages in a highly competitive job market. The construction industry stakeholders are in need of high-calibre and highly competitive candidates with knowledge and skills in construction disciplines, Advanced Construction Technologies and Building Information Modelling.

Advanced Construction Technologies and Building Information Management is one of the pathways offered within our Sustainable Engineering programme.

What youll study

Students will take taught modules and a group project in the first two semesters. MSc students then complete a dissertation project in a third semester.

Areas explored in the modules include:

principles and practices of Advanced Construction Technologies in the architecture/engineering/construction industry

new trends related to digital construction, Building Information Modelling, and construction technology

sustainability

facilities management

construction management (processes, people, procurement)

project management (planning, financing, risk)