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Professional Diploma in Building Information Modelling

Professional Diploma Building Information Modelling

 

DepartmentDepartment of Construction, Environment and Engineering

Programme NameProfessional Diploma in Building Information Modelling

Programme CodeST525106

Mode, Year of Study Accepting Entry & Duration of StudyPart-time mode; one year (3 semesters), weekday evening and/or weekend classes

Medium of InstructionEnglish

Venue(s)Programme core modules would be conducted at Tsing Yi campus

Facility(ies)BIMiHub

FeeHK$62,320 for the whole programme including caution money HK$400 (Paid in 3 equal installments, HK$20,640 each semester) 

Application Deadline (For Summer 2024 Intake)31 March 2024

Enquiry

For enquiry, please contact Department of Construction, Environment and Engineering (Telephone No: 2176 1505 or Email: thei-dcee@thei.edu.hk) .

 

Qualifications Framework

Professional Diploma in Building Information Modelling is recognised under the QF
QF Level: 5

QR Registration No.: 19/001090/L5

Registration Validity Period: 01/09/2019 to 31/08/2025

Professional Qualifications Recognition

The Professional Diploma in Building Information Modelling Programme is accredited by the Hong Kong Institute of Building Information Modelling (HKIBIM) as fulfilling the academic requirement of its Professional Membership (For graduates with bachelor’s degree) / Associate Membership (For graduates without bachelor’s degree).

Programme Aims

The PD in BIM programme aims to provide in-depth knowledge on the principles and practices of BIM and to develop technical and strategic planning skills for BIM project planning and implementation in different professional disciplines and technical areas. The programme will focus on BIM applications for lifecycle planning and management of building, construction and infrastructure projects, with effective design modelling and analysis, productive construction coordination and visualization, efficient cost estimation and management, holistic asset and facility management, and sustainable building design and operation.

Career Prospects

BIM adoption has grown significantly in the building and construction industry in the world. The growing importance of BIM gave rise to an urgent need for BIM professionals, coordinators and specialists who have good technical and strategic planning skills for BIM projects. Upon graduation, graduates of the PD in BIM programme can apply the BIM approach to designing, analyzing and managing building lifecycle and they can also look forward to career opportunities and development such as advancing to the positions of BIM Project Coordinators/Leaders and BIM Managers/Consultants/Specialists.

 

Entry Requirements

Admission is on a competitive basis, with applicants judged on their ability to meet the entrance requirements of the Programme. The minimum entry requirement is a Higher Diploma (HD) or Associate Degree (AD) in construction or engineering related disciplines, or a bachelor’s degree in other disciplines with relevant working experience, or equivalent.

 

vplus

Vplus Engineering 

Students studying this Programme may apply for Vplus of the HKSAR Government (https://cpe.vtc.edu.hk/ad/vplus/index_en.html). Successful applicants will refund 60% of the tuition fees, subject to a maximum of $45,000 per person. For details, you may contact the Vplus Office at 2435-9423 or by email: vplus@vtc.edu.hk.