Digital Design - 2023 entry
MODULE TITLE | Digital Design | CREDIT VALUE | 15 |
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MODULE CODE | ENGM037 | MODULE CONVENER | Dr Alessandro Tombari (Coordinator) |
DURATION: TERM | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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DURATION: WEEKS | 0 | 11 | 0 |
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) | 20 |
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This module will help you to develop the skills required of a civil engineer working in today’s construction industry. You will develop an understanding of Building Information Modelling (BIM), including an introduction to basic modelling techniques, model navigation, review and interrogation as part of a collaborative design review process, dimension coordination from the model in support of site survey works, clash detection, buildability reviews, visual representation of construction sequences, temporary works planning and project logistical planning. During the module you will use industry software to create, from scratch, building models, which you can then interrogate and analyse to give you the best possible understanding of the use of this technology.
The aim of this module is for you to have the knowledge and skills to select the best method of design visualisation, maybe sketching, technical drawing or BIM, to work towards a successful project. You will understand the strengths and weaknesses of each method, and be able to use them confidently.
On successful completion of this module you should be able to:
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge
2. Awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering;
3. Evaluate available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles.
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge
5. Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate;
Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge
10. Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used.
Whilst the precise content may vary from year to year, it is envisaged that the syllabus will cover all or some of the following topics:
- Model space, coordinates and resolution
- Technical Drawing, Projections, and Perspective
- Two - Dimensional visualisation (AutoDesk AutoCAD)
- Three - Dimensional visualisation (AutoDesk REVIT and MicroStation)
- Building Information Modelling (BIM) and importing of survey data sets
- Construction Sequencing and Temporary Works
- Visualisation of Data (AutoDesk NavisWorks)
- Effective Dissemination of Information (PDF, Sequences, Virtual Reality and Fly-Throughs)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities | 44 | Guided Independent Study | 106 | Placement / Study Abroad | 0 |
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Category | Hours of study time | Description |
Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities | 22 | Lectures (11 x 2 hours) |
Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities | 22 | Workshops (11 x 2 hours) |
Guided independent study | 28 | Research and wider reading |
Guided independent study | 28 | Preparation for workshops |
Guided independent study | 50 | Module assessments |
Form of Assessment | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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Worksheets during workshop sessions | 1-10 | Answer sheets |
Coursework | 100 | Written Exams | 0 | Practical Exams | 0 |
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Form of Assessment | % of Credit | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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2D Design Project | 50 | 10 pages of A4 | 1-10 | Written |
3D Visualisation Project | 50 | 10 pages of A4 | 1-10 | Written |
Original Form of Assessment | Form of Re-assessment | ILOs Re-assessed | Time Scale for Re-assessment |
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2D Design Project | 2D Design Project (10 pages of A4 | 1-10 | Referral/deferral period |
3D Visualisation Project | 3D Visualisation Project (10 pages of A4) | 1-10 | Referral/deferral period |
Deferral – if you have been deferred for any assessment you will be expected to submit the relevant assessment. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 50%) you will be expected to submit the relevant assessment. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of referral will be capped at 50%.
Where there are practical reasons why the original form of assessment on a module cannot be replicated for referral or deferral purposes, an alternative form of assessment must be used. Examples of when this approach is justified include where the original assessment relied on fieldwork, group work, access to specialist equipment, or input from visiting staff; or where the process of assessment throughout the module was intricate, involving many assessments. The method of reassessment should address as many of the module’s intended learning outcomes as is possible.
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
Basic reading:
Building Information Modelling, Andre Borrmann, ISBN 9783319928623.
Reading list for this module:
CREDIT VALUE | 15 | ECTS VALUE | 7.5 |
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PRE-REQUISITE MODULES | None |
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CO-REQUISITE MODULES | None |
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) | 7 | AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING | No |
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ORIGIN DATE | Monday 14th November 2022 | LAST REVISION DATE | Friday 28th July 2023 |
KEY WORDS SEARCH | Model Space, Technical Drawing, Projections, Building Information Modelling, Survey Data |
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Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.