This course introduces students to the information and communication technology as used in the general working environment and specifically for the construction industry. The syllabus encompasses the importance of ICT in the construction industry. It covers the current topics related to ICT technology in managing construction projects.
1) Overview of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the Construction Industry
ICT technology
The project teams
The built environment
Revolution of computing (Role of ICT in Industry Revolution (IR))
The impact of ICT in construction industry
2) Computer Application in Construction
Overview of application software for construction
Computers in building design (i.e.: Computer aided design and visualisation)
Computers in construction tendering
Computers in project management (i.e.: Project planning, scheduling and site management)
Computers in building operation (i.e.: smart building)
3) Software / Applications and Devices
Interactive presentation software
Database management
Statistical analysis, costing and budgeting, etc.
Project management software
Construction devices (i.e.: Virtual reality, 3D print, drones, etc.)
Any appropriate ICT applications/software and devices used for construction projects
4) Introduction to Building Information Modelling (BIM)
BIM overview
BIM related software (i.e.: Autodesk Revit, etc.)
Application of Virtual Construction and Modeling
5) Cloud Computing in The Construction Industry
Trends (delivery, sustainability, collaboration, digitalisation, safety, data security)
IoT (Internet of Things) technology
Collaboration and networking tools
6) Big Data in The Construction Industry
The roles, opportunities, challenges, and future trends
7) ICT and Society: Issues, Opportunities, and Challenges
Employment and productivity
Privacy
Security
Ethics
Continuous Assessment : 100 %
Group Project
40 %
Individual Project
20 %
Simulation Evaluation
20 %
Test
20 %
Final Assessment : %
3.0