This book presents a unique view of the key issues for adopting BIM in construction projects from a pragmatic perspective. It provides an overview of the core ideas and issues distilled from various guidance documents and by dealing with the more mundane practical issues, facilitates an understanding of the more complex and important issues of processes, standards and protocols that need to be in place for the successful adoption of BIM in construction projects. In so doing, it provides reader-friendly guidance to enable the engineer or student to fully understand the implications of the process and to facilitate the application of the principles and techniques in real scenarios.The author presents a balanced approach combining sufficient background theory and practical ideas to ensure the book is applicable and relevant to practising engineers, architects, contractors and client organisations. It will serve as a key introduction for students. The appendices provide practical advice and material for BIM projects, dealing with issues such as compliance, project implementation plans and learning outcomes.Although much of the topic emanates from the UK, it is equally applicable in any country where best practice is desired.

About the Author
Professor of IT in Design and Construction, School of Engineering and Built Environment, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK

Reviews
'...a concise, accurate and experienced look into BIM adoption. The author writes about process, protocols and standards and shares insight that keeps the reader informed and turning pages. With a focus on UK BIM adoption, the topics and pragmatic observations will have world-wide impact in any construction project. Written in a user-friendly approach, this book includes core concepts and pragmatic perspectives for understanding construction projects and implementing them successfully. The material is concise, informative and impactful without being over-bearing and complex - it gets to the point right away. ...an amazing concise summary of BIM in construction that includes useful, meaningful and significant information in a no frills approach. ...has applicability to anyone involved in BIM today. This book is a great starter for anyone beginning BIM or remotely involved in construction. You won't go wrong with this book as your first BIM book'. 3D Visualization World Magazine -------------------- 'Learn how to reduce waste and increase profitability, sustainability and efficiency'. MODUS, RICS -------------------- 'Author Professor Bimal Kumar, the head of the BIM Centre at Glasgow Caledonian University, shares a wealth of knowledge and addresses the core issues, processes, standards and protocols associated with BIM. As well as being an essential guide for practitioners seeking to successfully adopt BIM on construction projects... ...[it] will have a home as an accessible introduction to the topic for others involved in the industry... ...is competitively priced and will no doubt prove to be a very useful tool for those seeking to successfully adopt and implement BIM on construction projects'. Civil Engineering Surveyor



Book Information
ISBN 9781849951463
Author Bimal Kumar
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Whittles Publishing
Publisher Whittles Publishing
Weight(grams) 317g
Dimensions(mm) 233mm * 157mm * 9mm