Building Information Modelling and its Digital Application

CPD/Short courses

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is increasingly used in the construction industry and is a sought after skill. This module aims to help you keep a competitive edge and stay up-to-date with its use and applications.

Year of entry

2024-25

Location

CU Coventry (Coventry)

Study mode

Part-time

Duration

6 weeks

Course code

CUCH017 402ECM

Start date

September 2024

Course overview

The Building Information Modelling and its Digital Application module is one part of the Construction Management for England Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) course at CU Coventry.

This module can be studied as a standalone module as part of the Modular Acceleration Programme (MAP).

If you are in receipt of MAP funding, the tuition costs are grant-funded and are deducted from your Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) account. If you are not eligible for grant funding from the MAP, you could choose to self-finance (see the ‘Fees and funding’ section for more details).

The Construction Management for England Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) course aims to help you to experience the breadth and interdisciplinary nature of the construction industry and achieve a qualification which facilitates progression within the industry.

Why you should study this course

If you’re curious about the UK construction industry, or would like to expand your skillset, this module could be the start of your journey.

Our Building Information Modelling and its Digital Application module is an ideal introduction to building information modelling (BIM) and the digital applications that shape and feed that process.

The continuing growth of the construction industry in order to meet local and global demand, has resulted in additional requirements for higher-qualified personnel who can deliver sustainable projects in the most cost-effective way.

The growing construction skills shortage is a problem for the sector and its suppliers and according to the Construction Skills Network (CSN), the UK needs 217,000 extra construction workers by 2025 to fill gaps in the industry. A considerable demand among these numbers is for Construction Managers with BIM expertise in the wider construction industry.

Due to its digital focus, this Building Information Modelling and its Digital Applications module (HTQ) Level 4 is recognised by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements to many computing-related courses.

Collaborations with other organisations

Funded by UK Government

This scheme has been funded by the UK Government.

What you'll study

Construction projects create and generate information that evolve and change, and this extensive information needs careful management to ensure the project’s success. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a collaborative process that brings together construction professionals such as architects, engineers and manufacturers, to plan, design and construct a structure all within one 3D model.

This module aims to give you a background knowledge and understanding of BIM in the context of the construction industry. It will also help you explore some of the key processes in using digital applications to produce data and construction information, that will enable the BIM process.

This module is worth 30 credits.

How you'll learn

As a part-time student, each module totals 30 credits over a six-week period (block) on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.

A typical 30 credit module requires a total of 300 hours study. This is made up of teaching contact hours, guided and independent study.

Teaching contact hours

Teaching hours can vary. You can expect around eight teaching hours each week. You will also have the option to attend optional sessions including time with a progress coach or to meet with staff for advice and feedback.

Guided and independent study

For this module, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study. You’ll be digging deeper into topics, review what you’ve learned and complete assessments. This can be completed around your personal commitments.

Online learning

As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods including online tools and emerging technologies. So, some of your teaching hours and assessments may be delivered online.

Assessment

This module will make use of formative and summative work to both develop and assess students.

The Coventry University Group's assessment strategy ensures fair and consistent evaluation of our courses, enabling us to accurately monitor student progress towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Once you have successfully completed the module and assessments, you’ll be awarded a full certificate as proof of your success and if you meet all the progression requirements, you could explore opportunities to study a full HTQ.

Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements:

What we're looking for
64 UCAS tariff points. Minimum 5 GCSEs graded 9-4 / A* - C including Maths and English. Minimum two A2 levels or BTEC equivalent qualification.

At CU Group we are committed to recognising achievements in the context of which they were achieved as we understand that barriers may make it more challenging for some applicants to achieve course entry requirements.

We aim to reduce the barriers that may be preventing access to higher education by looking beyond the grades that applicants have achieved or expect to achieve.

Eligibility criteria for the MAP and the LLE are decided by the DfE, not Coventry University. The criteria track the existing higher education (HE) student finance nationality and residency rules.

What we're looking for
64 UCAS tariff points. Minimum 5 GCSEs graded 9-4 / A* - C including Maths and English. Minimum two A2 levels or BTEC equivalent qualification.

We aim to reduce the barriers that may be preventing access to higher education by looking beyond the grades that applicants have achieved or expect to achieve.

Eligibility criteria for the MAP and the LLE are decided by the DfE, not Coventry University. The criteria track the existing higher education (HE) student finance nationality and residency rules.

Fees and funding

Student	Full-time	Part-time
UK	Not available	£2,312.50 per module
International	Not available	£2,312.50 per module

Tuition fees³ cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities, and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing, and re-assessments should you need them.

Subject to availability, the Modular Acceleration Programme (MAP) can fund tuition fees for students enrolling on this course who meet the eligibility criteria.

Any funding granted under the MAP will reduce the amount remaining in your future Lifelong Learning Entitlement account.

For further information contact ukadmissions@coventry.ac.uk.

UK students who do not have access to funding under the Modular Acceleration Programme can apply to self-finance your studies.

You can contact us directly to discuss your situation on:

T: +44(0)24 7765 0474

E: debt.cuc@coventry.ac.uk

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the above table for the first Academic Year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, if Parliament permits an increase in tuition fees, the university may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation. For more information please visit our fees and finance page.

For international students, we may increase fees each year, but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (e.g. to repeat a year or resit examinations) the University reserves the right to charge you fees at a higher rate and/or in accordance with any legislative changes during the additional period of study.

*Irish student fees

The rights of Irish residents to study in the UK are preserved under the Common Travel Area arrangement. If you are an Irish student and meet the residency criteria, you can study in England, pay the same level of tuition fees as English students and utilise the Tuition Fee Loan.

How do you know if you need to pay UK or international tuition fees?

We carry out an initial fee status assessment based on the information you provide in your application. Your fee status determines your tuition fees, and what financial support and scholarships may be available to you. The rules about who pays UK (home) or international (overseas) fees for higher education courses in England are set by the Department for Education. The regulations identify all the different categories of student who can insist on paying the home rate. The regulations can be difficult to understand, so the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) has provided fee status guidance to help you identify whether you are eligible to pay the home or overseas rate.

If you meet all the criteria required by any one category, including any residence requirements, your institution must charge you the home rate. You only need to find one category that you fit into.

Facilities

The Building Information Modelling and its Digital Application module as a part of the Construction Management HTQ course will be delivered at the CU Coventry campus.

Your studies will be centred in high-specification learning environments that benefit from extensive social learning facilities, well-appointed laboratories, industry-standard equipment, lecturing facilities and classrooms, facilitating our innovative teaching methods across a diverse suite of courses.

Laboratory space and equipment

At CU Coventry we have a well- equipped laboratory which we will make use of on the course. The equipment in the laboratory includes a variety of surveying instruments including total stations and automatic levels as long as centre of pressure apparatus, among many others.

Access to laboratory facilities at Coventry University

You will also have access to the Coventry University’s civil engineering laboratory in John Laing Building, which is in close proximity to CU Coventry campus, where you will be able to use for practice throughout your course.

Software

In order to successfully deliver the course, all students will have access to the course-specific BIM software (Autodesk REVIT) as well as AutoCAD which they will be able to access via the university's online cloud system.

Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.

Careers and opportunities

Our teaching and learning experience on campus centres around face-to-face teaching by expert academics, in facilities that aim to replicate real-world environments and situations^2,4. This can build your confidence and give you access to broader career options.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will have achieved 30 credits of a HNC qualification which could facilitate progression within the industry.

Further study

If you successfully complete and have enjoyed studying the Building Information Modelling and its Digital Application module, you might want to take your qualification further with CU Coventry and study our Construction Management for England HTQ course (subject to meeting the entry requirements for the course).

The aim of studying the Pearson Construction Management Higher Technical Qualification at CU Coventry, is to achieve excellence in the provision of level 4 and 5 courses.
By the time you graduate, you should have developed a technical and professional skills base for a successful career and progression with a number of institutions including the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Association of Project Management (APM), among many others.

The course structure is designed to help you experience the breadth and interdisciplinary nature of the construction industry and achieve a qualification which can facilitate progression within the industry.

Depending on the educational level at graduation, i.e. level 4 (HNC) or level 5 (HND), you are expected to have developed different competencies which can be operational (level 4) or managerial (level 5) enabling you to qualify further and pursue a wide range of roles that might include:

Level 4 (HNC) Roles – Operational (Assistant Construction Site Supervisor and Assistant Project Manager). You should be able to perform key construction management tasks, understand processes and operations, and work effectively.
Level 5 (HND) Roles – Managerial (Construction Site Supervisor, Project Manager). You should be able to increase performance through strategic planning to meet construction aims and manage construction functions, to work effectively in lower- or middle-management positions.

How to apply

UK students

Regardless of how you are funded, if you’re interested in this module, you’ll need to apply to us directly by completing our online application form.

Once your application form has been processed, we will contact you to advise you of the next steps. You’ll receive the outcome of your application via the email address you provided.

Apply for the module

If you'd like further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.

+44 (0)24 7765 2222

ukadmissions.cu@coventry.ac.uk

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International students

If you already have a visa that allows you to live, work or study in England, you can apply for the MAP if you self-finance and meet the entry requirements shown above.

If you want to travel to England and apply for the MAP, you will need a visa.

For further information contact us:

visahelp.io@coventry.ac.uk

+44 (0)24 7765 2010

If you'd like further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.

+44 (0)24 7765 2222

cus@coventry.ac.uk

Chat with our admissions team

Complete our contact form

Disclaimers

Coventry University together with Coventry University London, Coventry University Wrocław, CU Coventry, CU London, CU Scarborough, and Coventry University Online come together to form part of the Coventry University Group (the University) with all degrees awarded by Coventry University.

¹Accreditations

The majority of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships shall be renewed in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the university maintaining the same high standards of course delivery.

²UK and international opportunities

Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or international opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be unpaid and/or subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel, public authority guidance, decisions or orders and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand any visa requirements, please contact the International Office.

³Tuition fees

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the above table for the first Academic Year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, if Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation.

⁴Facilities

Student Contract

By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the university. A copy of the current 2024/2025 contract is available on the website. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the university will owe to you. You should read the Contract before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the university.