Course Overview
This 10-day course is designed to equip quantity surveyors, cost engineers, and project managers with advanced skills in applying 5D BIM for cost planning, estimation, and control throughout the project lifecycle. Participants will learn how to generate cost estimation from BIM models, conduct quantity take-offs using Revit/BIM, and apply best practices for accurate budgeting with BIM. The course emphasizes real-time cost tracking and the integration of scheduling and cost data for enhanced project delivery.
Duration
10 Days
Who Should Attend
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Quantity Surveyors
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Cost Engineers
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BIM Coordinators and Managers
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Project Managers
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Estimators and Planners
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Developers and Construction Consultants
Course Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Generate accurate quantity take-offs using Revit/BIM tools
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Apply 5D BIM for project cost control and forecasting
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Extract and structure cost data from BIM models
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Align budgeting processes with model-based construction elements
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Understand methods for linking construction costs to BIM models
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Streamline workflows for procurement, tendering, and valuation
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Reduce errors and improve transparency in cost estimation
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to 5D BIM and Cost Planning Fundamentals
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Overview of BIM dimensions with a focus on 5D
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Role of BIM in modern quantity surveying and cost estimation
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Introduction to model-based cost planning and budget alignment
Module 2: BIM-Based Quantity Take-Off and Measurement
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Performing quantity take-offs using Revit/BIM
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Applying measurement rules and standards in BIM environments
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Automating quantity extraction for various building components
Module 3: Linking BIM with Cost Data and Estimating Software
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Integration of BIM with cost databases (e.g., CostX, Sage, BIM 360)
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Structuring model elements for cost classification and mapping
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Connecting unit rates and pricing to BIM objects
Module 4: 5D BIM Applications for Project Cost Control
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Implementing 5D BIM for project cost control workflows
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Budget forecasting and cost performance tracking
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Managing changes and cost variations with BIM-linked data
Module 5: Cost Reporting, Tendering, and Lifecycle Budgeting
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Producing cost reports and cost plans from BIM models
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Supporting tender processes and contractor evaluations
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Using BIM for whole-life costing and maintenance budgeting
Module 6: Case Studies and Best Practices in 5D BIM
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Real-world examples of cost estimation from BIM models
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Industry standards and protocols for cost-integrated BIM
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Common challenges in 5D implementation and how to overcome them
Module 7: BIM Collaboration and Data Validation for QS
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Coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors in a BIM workflow
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Verifying model accuracy and data integrity
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Managing revisions and updates for accurate cost assessments
Module 8: Sustainability and Cost Optimization Using BIM
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Evaluating cost-performance for green materials and designs
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Incorporating energy-saving measures in cost plans
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Linking environmental impact to cost estimation
Module 9: Interoperability and Software Tools for 5D BIM
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Overview of software tools: Revit, CostX, Navisworks, Solibri
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Ensuring smooth data exchange between platforms
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Model federation and multi-discipline collaboration
Module 10: Final Project – BIM-Based Cost Estimation Plan
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Develop a 5D BIM workflow for a selected project
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Present quantity take-off, cost estimate, and cost report
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Peer review and evaluation with feedback
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
A certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
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