BIM-Based 4D Modeling and Scheduling - Construction Project Scheduling and Control - page 420

CHAPTER 15 EXERCISES
1. What are the major functions and benefits of the following?
a. 3D BIM
b. 4D BIM
c. 5D BIM
2. Explain the difference between 4D and 5D BIM.
3. What is the relationship between BIM and LEAN construction?
4. Why are 4D and 5D models important in project management?
5. What is the innovative aspect of BIM?
6. Describe how the use of a BIM system increases collaboration among project
participants.
7. If you were an architect, why would you use BIM? (Answer it also as if you were
a contractor, a client, or a subcontractor.)
8. How can the nD models of BIM be improved? In your opinion, what will be the
next nth model?
9. Explain 6D and 7D BIM models and their major functions.
10. What is the relationship between BIM and sustainability? How would the use of
BIM contribute to sustainability?
11. Explain the difference between 3D CAD drawings and 3D intelligent models.
12. How can the use of BIM minimize cost overruns and time delays?
13. What is the integrated project delivery system?
14. How does incorporation of ERP systems with BIM influence project management
efforts?
15. List BIM tools that have 4D capability and explain their major functions.
16. Describe the steps for creating a 4D model for a project.
17. How can a project schedule be linked and created using Navisworks?
18. Describe when and for which activities you would use “Construct,” “Demolish,”
and “Temporary” task types.
19. Describe the idea and importance of “Selection Set.”
20. What is the difference between merging and appending a model?