BIM 101: An Introduction to Building Information Modeling
WHEN: May 27, 2009
WHERE: Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas, 221 East Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving, TX 75039

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The day when Building Information Modeling (BIM) will be standard practice on construction job sites is coming. Studies show that BIM use among project owners, architects, and contractors has steadily increased and is projected to become even more widespread in the years ahead. So, what is BIM and why are people using it in construction?

BIM 101 discusses how BIM provides contractors with the benefit of improved visualization of a construction project through the use of a 3D virtual model, establishes a base of knowledge of BIM terminology and looks at the benefits of BIM and case studies showing implementation before encouraging participants to study how they could implement BIM.

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Who Should Attend

This course will benefit individuals in the construction industry inside and involved in the construction industry including; general contractors, construction managers, subcontractors, design professionals and owners who are currently working on, planning to work on or are interested in beginning to use BIM. This course will be especially helpful for contractors considering implementing BIM within their firm.

BIM 101 covers the following topics:

  • What is BIM?
  • BIM Visualization Uses and Spatial Coordination
  • BIM Scheduling, Estimating and Facility Management
  • Getting Started with BIM

The learning objectives for this course are to:

  • Recognize the importance of BIM
  • Define common BIM terminology
  • Discuss how BIM can be used as a communication and collaboration tool
  • Explain the benefits of BIM
  • Compare examples of successful BIM usage
  • Discuss issues associated with starting BIM
  • Create a BIM Action Plan

Completion Requirements

Participants are expected to arrive on time, attend the program from start to finish, complete the post-program evaluation. Successful completion is also determined based on contribution to in-class discussion and activities.

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) has been approved as an Authorized Provider by The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 8405 Greensboro Drive, Suite 800, McLean, VA 22102. In obtaining this approval, AGC has demonstrated that it complies with the ANSI/IACET Standards which are widely recognized as standards of good practice internationally. As a result of their Authorized Provider membership status, AGC is authorized to offer IACET CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standards. Participants will be eligible for 0.8 IACET CEUs.

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems. Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to CES Records for all AIA members. Certificates of Completion for non-AIA members are available on request. Participants will be eligible for 8 AIA Learning Units (LU).

Hotel Information

Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas
221 East Las Colinas Blvd.
Irving, TX 75039
Phone: 972-556-0800
Guest Fax: 972-556-0729
Room Rate: $155.00/night, plus taxes
Room Reservations: Call 1-800-THE-OMNI or 1-800-843-6664
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: Noon
Cancellation Policy: 24 hours prior to arrival
Parking: complimentary self parking, valet parking overnight is $14/night

Course Instructors:

  • Laura E. Handler, LEED AP - Virtual Construction Manager, Tocci Building Companies, Woburn, Massachusetts
  • John Tocci Jr. - Virtual Construction Engineer, Gilbane Building Company, Phoenix, Arizona
  • Michael Tardif, Assoc. AIA, CSI, Hon. SDA, LEED® AP?Director, Integrated Project Delivery Systems, Grunley Construction Co. Inc., Rockville, MD

Registration Deadline and Cancellation policy

The registration deadline for this program has been extended to May 21, 2009. Full refunds will be made for cancellations received prior to May 14, 2009. After that date, no refunds will be granted. Replacements accepted.

AGC's BIMForum Spring 2009 Meeting

Immediately following this program AGC's BIMForum will have their Spring 2009 Meeting. The Spring BIMForum will be an assembly of some of the nation's leading Architects, Engineers, Builders and Owners for a two-day program focused on BIM and the bottom line. More information can be found here.