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S502: A Research Framework for Building Information Modeling

Speakers

Robert Blakey, , CBRE

James Jones, Ph.D, Professor of Architecture, VA Tech Univ

Dana Smith, Executive Director, Natl Inst of Building Sciences

Philip Wirdzek, President, Phil Wirdzek & Associates

Educational Credits: 1.5 LU/HSW

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is transforming how buildings are designed and constructed, and currently to a much lesser extent how they are operated. While a growing number of architecture and construction management firms are implementing BIM with varying degrees of success, few believe that BIM has reached full implementation nor full development.  To reach full potential there is a need for a comprehensive and organized approach for research and development of BIM. Unfortunately, the current research activities for BIM are unorganized between BIM vendors, design and construction firms, and academic institutions. As a result activities are likely duplicated, disconnected and potentially misdirected.  To overcome these obstacles to full implementation of BIM the buildingSMART alliance, International Facility Management Association and International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories have organized an effort to develop a research framework for Building Information Modeling. The plan will be presented during this session.

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