The objective of this course is to systematically understand the essence of BIM (concepts, thinking, and processes) in the
construction industry. Students will learn how to integrate and utilize advanced architectural design information such as
disaster prevention, environment, ZEB, and Universal Design (UD). Beyond just mastering a tool, this course fosters the ability
to derive next-generation architectural design methods and research techniques that respond to a changing society, including
Society 5.0 and collaborative emergence.
1. Theory ＆ Information Acquisition Phase (Sessions 1–7): Lectures and discussions on BIM concepts and seven key design information
areas (Evacuation, Crime Prevention, UD, ZEB, Environmentally Conscious Design, etc.), with a midterm exam to ensure knowledge
retention.
2. Practical ＆ Field Trip Phase (Special Lectures): Learning the ”living process” from planning to construction and client coordination through site visits and direct feedback from designers and stakeholders.
3. Research ＆ Discussion Phase (Sessions 8–10): Applying acquired knowledge and methods to individual research themes through debates and peer reviews, aiming to concretize and theorize architectural design information research.
2. Practical ＆ Field Trip Phase (Special Lectures): Learning the ”living process” from planning to construction and client coordination through site visits and direct feedback from designers and stakeholders.
3. Research ＆ Discussion Phase (Sessions 8–10): Applying acquired knowledge and methods to individual research themes through debates and peer reviews, aiming to concretize and theorize architectural design information research.
- Understanding Changes in Social and Industrial Structures: Comprehend the impact of BIM on how architecture is created, worked, and learned, and logically explain the future of architecture from the perspectives of ”Society 5.0” and ”collaborative emergence”.
- Integrated Capability for Multidimensional Design Information: Explain how to appropriately reflect and apply specialized design information (Evacuation, ZEB, UD, etc.) to architectural planning using BIM thinking.
- Research and Presentation Skills Based on Logical Thinking: Apply mastered knowledge and methods to one’s own research topics and objectively/specifically construct and communicate research content through debates and peer reviews.
| Tests | Report | Discussion | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 20% | 10% | 10% | 40% |
| 2. | 20% | 10% | 10% | 40% |
| 3. | 10% | 10% | 20% | |
| Total. | 40% | 30% | 30% | - |
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1． | Discussion 1: Forms of BIM 00 - Intro Society Surrounding the Construction Industry *In-class Forms assignment |
Thoroughly read handouts. → Prepare responses for in-class Q＆A. |
180minutes |
| 2． | Discussion 2: Forms of BIM 1 - Connected Society Design Info 1: Evacuation Planning *In-class Forms assignment |
Thoroughly read handouts. → Prepare responses for in-class Q＆A. |
180minutes |
| 3． | Discussion 3: Forms of BIM 2 - Concepts of BIM Design Info 2: Crime Prevention *In-class Forms assignment |
Thoroughly read handouts. → Prepare responses for in-class Q＆A. |
180minutes |
| 4． | Discussion 4: Forms of BIM 3 - Changing Workstyles Design Info 3: Universal Design *In-class Forms assignment |
Thoroughly read handouts. → Prepare responses for in-class Q＆A. |
180minutes |
| 5． | Discussion 5: Forms of BIM 4 - Changing Learning Design Info 4: ZEB (Net Zero Energy Buildings) *In-class Forms assignment |
Thoroughly read handouts. → Prepare responses for in-class Q＆A. |
180minutes |
| 6． | Discussion 6: Forms of BIM 5 - BIM Thinking Design Info 6: Environmentally Conscious Design *In-class Forms assignment |
Thoroughly read handouts. → Prepare responses for in-class Q＆A. |
180minutes |
| 7． | Discussion 7: Forms of BIM 6 - Collaborative Emergence Design Info 7: Environmental Design Initiatives *In-class Forms assignment |
Thoroughly read handouts. → Prepare responses for in-class Q＆A. |
180minutes |
| 8． | Midterm Exam Covers Discussions ＆ Design Info 1–7 |
Review and summarize Discussions 1–6. | 360minutes |
| 9． | Special Lecture: Field Trip Pre-study Lecture ＆ discussion based on design documents. |
Read materials on actual project planning, design, and construction. | 180minutes |
| 10． | Discussion 8–11: Research Debate (1) to (4) Applying early-term knowledge/methodology to architectural design info research.*Peer Review |
Prepare questions regarding design technology and project aesthetics. Concretization of research. |
180minutes |
| 11． | Discussion 9: Esquisse (Relating the architectural space to numerical information) (1) Architectural Design Information 9: Making an Architecture |
Application of knowledge. Concretization of research. |
180minutes |
| 12． | Discussion 10: Esquisse (Relating the architectural space to numerical information) (2) Architectural Design Information 10: The effective presentation |
Application of knowledge. Concretization of research. |
180minutes |
| 13． | Discussion 11: Esquisse (Relating the architectural space to numerical information) (3) Architectural Design Information 10: The effective presentation |
Application of knowledge. Concretization of research. |
180minutes |
| 14． | Discussion 12: Esquisse (Relating the architectural space to numerical information) (4) Architectural Design Information 10: The effective presentation |
Application of knowledge. Concretization of research. |
180minutes |
| Total. | - | - | 2700minutes |
Your overall grade will be based on the following ratio:
- Tests: 40%,
- Reports: 40%,
- Discussion: 20%,
To pass, students must earn at least 60 points out of 100 by submitting all the above-mentioned performances on time.
- Tests: 40%,
- Reports: 40%,
- Discussion: 20%,
To pass, students must earn at least 60 points out of 100 by submitting all the above-mentioned performances on time.
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| The Others | 授業内でフィードバックをします。内容によっては授業外（Teams等）でフィードバックします。 |
Reference documents: previous project works, theses, reports, case-studies, and so on in SAWADALAB.’s HP (http://www.sawadalab.se.shibaura-it.ac.jp/)
Students should acquire the operation methods of BIM applications, 3D-ObjectCAD, some of the environmental analysis simulation
software, etc. in advance.
- Every Monday 12：45〜13：00 or will respond to your e-mail.
- If you will need a face-to-face meeting, you should make an appointment with teacher by e-mail.
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
- Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
- Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
- Non-social and professional independence development course
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| Applicable | Teach the architectural design utilizing digital technologies such as BIM and ICT based on Systems thinking and Design thinking using the experiences engaged in architectural design of the architectural industry projects. |
- 3.GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
- 7.AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
- 8.DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
- 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
- 11.SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
- 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
- 17.PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS
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