Architecture Program Report Master of Architecture - Roger Williams ...

Course: ARCH 488 Computer Applications for Professional Practice, 3 credits
Course Description:
The course is structured to explore new modes of contemporary practice, specifically Integrated Project
Design/Delivery, and the role of B.I.M. (Building Information Modeling) as it pertains to design and decisionmaking
in contemporary architectural practice. This course will explore the use of B.I.M. and related analytical
tools to get immediate feedback on buildings systems and sustainability alternatives that can inform the
design process. We will focus on developing proficiency in the use of B.I.M. software while at the same time
looking at how this tool and related computer technologies are changing the way that information is generated
and utilized within the practice environment. Collaborative Projects with other disciplines explore how
information, including cost, scheduling and building material usage, is shared among the various parties
involved in the design and construction process.
Course Goals & Objectives:
Study of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD); Work with software products that facilitate
decision‐making; energy savings choices; structural and systems clarity.
Study of methods to use the building information model (BIM) throughout the design and construction
phases to make well‐informed design decisions, a use well beyond extracting construction drawings,
details and schedules;
Desired outcome that each student will have a better understanding of the BIM process and will have
a familiarity with some of the software tools that contribute to the building’s design and development.
Facilitation of collaborative efforts throughout the class in making decisions as an IPD team; Study
of cost assessment and project scheduling in collaboration with Construction Management faculty
and students.
Student Performance Criteria addressed (designated NAAB Coverage only):
B.7. Financial Considerations
C.1. Collaboration
C.4. Project Management
C.5. Practice Management
Topical Outline:
Development of Software facility (30%); Participation in Collaborative Efforts as IPD Team Member (30%);
Collaborative Efforts with Construction Management in Cost and Schedule Assessment (20%); Energy
Conserving Investigations (20%);
Prerequisites: ARCH 287 and completion of the Architecture Core program
Textbooks/Learning Resources:
Green BIM, Successful Sustainable Design with Building Information Modeling by Eddy Krygiel and Bradley
Nies. Paperback.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Faculty:
Roseann Evans, AIA, Professor
Gary Graham, FAIA, Associate Professor