Michigan State University

• How to plan, lead, and document BIM coordination meetings.
• Driving issue resolution with consultants and trades.
• Meeting etiquette, agenda preparation, and follow-up tracking.
• Communication strategies, trade pushback management, and escalation workflows.

Outcome:

Ability to participate in and lead BIM coordination meetings, communicate effectively with project stakeholders, and escalate issues before the impact project schedules.

• CDE concepts as per ISO 19650.
• Folder structures, naming conventions, and permissions.
• Approval workflows and version control.
• Information exchange and audit trails.

Outcome:

Manage project data in a structured Common Data Environment.

• Tracking design changes across model versions
• Identifying scope gaps and coordination risks
• Assessing schedule impacts from unresolved clashes
• Managing model rework risks and change documentation

Outcome:

Ability to identify, track, and manage BIM-related changes and risks, minimizing rework and schedule impact in live construction projects.

• Transform BIM Data into Actionable Insights.
• Integrating BIM data with Power BI.
• Creating dashboards for project monitoring.
• Visualizing quantities, clashes, progress, and KPIs.

Outcome:

Ability to create interactive dashboards for BIM-driven decision making.

• Introduction to AI applications in AEC.
• Automation using Dynamo / scripting concepts.
• Rule-based checks and model intelligence.
• AI-driven insights for design, coordination, and QA.

Outcome:

Understanding how AI and automation enhance productivity and BIM intelligence.

• Real-world project & industry-oriented case study.
• BIM execution strategy and deliverables.
• Model coordination, documentation, and presentation.
• Final review and evaluation.

Outcome:

A portfolio-ready BIM project demonstrating practical competence.

• Advanced architectural modeling techniques.
• Complex structural systems and reinforcement concepts.
• High-detail modeling and performance considerations.

• Advanced HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire systems.
• High-level coordination readiness.
• Best practices for constructible MEP models.