BIM 101: Intro to Building Information Modeling - South Sioux City
| Date: | March 9, 2010 |
| Time: | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Location: |
Marina Inn 510 E. 5th Street South Sioux City, NE 68776 |
| Fee: |
$300 (MBI Members)
$420 (Construction Update Plan Room Network Members & Non-Members) |
BIM 101: An Introduction to Building Information Modeling - Unit 1
Course Information:
Presenter: Daniel Klancnik, The Walsh Group, Chicago, IL
Dan Klancnik is responsible for implementing and directing The Walsh Group’s firm-wide strategy for building information modeling and virtual construction. His duties include using Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) technology and processes to improve construction by identifying and solving problems, streamlining communication, and reducing waste. He oversees a team that provides 3D communication visualizations, project planning and constructability reviews, 3D project coordination and interference management, visual scheduling, aids costing and estimating, coordinates field layout, and BIM services for facilities management. Dan also trains estimators, superintendents, and project managers on multiple CAD and BIM software platforms.
Mr. Klancnik has 10 years of building industry experience, the past year with The Walsh Group. He is a regular industry speaker on BIM for groups such as Autodesk, Bentley, the AGC, and McGraw Hill. His extensive experience covers multiple project types.
This full day course is the first in a series of 6 courses that will give participants a comprehensive overview of BIM, supported by case studies to help participants comprehend each sessions learning objectives.
BIM 101 is designed specifically for construction professionals eager to learn the essential concepts of BIM. Those who will also benefit include building developers, owners, managers, supervisors, architects, engineers and construction product manufacturers.
Objective 1
• Define common BIM terminology
• Recognize differences between CAD 2D and 3D BIM
• Describe the evolution of BIM
• Discuss how BIM is used in collaboration
• Discuss benefits of BIM to all parties
Objective 2
• Recognize basics of the modeling process and model management protocol
• Recognize BIM use in visualization, value analysis and scope clarification
• Explain the advantages of BIM in regards to spatial coordination
Objective 3
• Recognize the advantages of BIM in scheduling and estimating
• Recognize how companies are using BIM in facility management
• Explain the benefits to and lessons learned from companies using BIM
Objective 4
• Identify challenges of getting started with BIM
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of BIM tools
• Develop a BIM action plan
• Use BIM resources to further understanding of more advanced BIM concepts and practice.
CLICK HERE for a description of the complete BIM education program and future units.
CLICK HERE for BIM 101 - Unit 1 brochure.








