Metodología BIM: propuesta de enseñanza extracurricular complementaria al proceso de aprendizaje de la FAU-UC enfocada a los softwares Revit y ArchiCAD

Abstract

The goal of this document is to propound a methodology for a formal instruction of the BIM technology through the development and proposal of a complementary methodological guide to the content established in the Digital Expression class. The benefits for Architecture students and professionals are shown in the optimization of time, the easiness of planning a project in an interdisciplinary manner using the software as a tool. This is achieved thanks to the fact that the BIM technology processes the existing information inside each constructive element in order to improve productivity and information management at the design and construction stages. The guide was prepared taking into consideration the guidelines and regulations established by Universidad de Cuenca, as well as its fields of application. The viability of the proposal was adapted to the optional and free-choice classes specified in the study plan from 2013; basic and advanced continuous training programs and courses managed by the Postgraduate Center endorsed by the Department of Continuing Education. The guide focused on the software Revit and ArchiCAD, because they are the most used tools in the field. Through the information gathering applied to students and professionals from Azuay, the learning gaps about BIM were made evident; And, therefore, proven that there is a need to learn the methodology. At the same time, it was necessary to implement a teaching method according to the educational process. The ADDIE methodology made it possible to identify the existing performance gaps and generate content in an optimal way to solve them. For this, the contents, evaluation tools, class activities, among others, were developed based on templates. By this process the syllables and the duration of the courses were obtained. Finally, the bases were established for the application of the guide as well as future research fields with the aim of enhancing student learning.