FM2ARWE75 Work Experience
FM2ARWE75 Work Experience
- Course description
- Course codeFM2ARWE75
- Level of study5.2
- Program of studyTechnical Design Building Information modelling BIM
- Credits7.5
- Course coordinatorCarlos Henriquez
The course provides knowledge of professional tasks and skills in close cooperation with a group or external clients over a longer period of time. The course provides insight into client follow-up in a professional environment and working with both short and long deadlines. Candidates work independently, or as part of a group, on real-world projects from the industry to acquire practical experience in a professional setting. The course can be completed as an intern in a company.
If candidates are not working on a real-world project, alternative case projects will be presented by the teacher. The assignments may vary in difficulty and size and consist of one or more projects. The teacher function here as the project manager with regular follow-up. The course builds on competence from all previous courses.
The aim of the course is to provide students valuable experience from working in the industry and taking part in daily tasks and routines. Candidates are challenged on workflow and mindset in relation to the working life and the ability to explain technical specifications communicated through Building Information Models.
The candidate:
- has knowledge of customer relations, drawing and model review in accordance with client hand-over processes for the completed tasks.
- can assess his/her own work according to client specifications.
- can assess the need for additional revision beyond the project specifications.
- is familiar with project procedures for obtaining, updating and project handover.
The candidate:
- can explain his/her own project management according to project description and report results, deadline compliance and completed work.
- can reflect over his/her own choices, workflow and make necessary modifications to meet project requirements.
- can find and refer to relevant guidelines and procedures and assess its relevance for project management and revision of technical documentation.
The candidate:
- can contribute to building information projects with responsibilities, deadlines, goal and milestones based on given specifications.
- can contribute to carry out building information projects within specified requirements and deadlines.
- can exchange points of view and critical issues with peers and participate in project meetings to clarify expectations, revision and completion of projects.
- can contribute with technical qualifications to improve efficiency and quality in building projects.
In this course, the following teaching and learning methods can be applied, but are not limited to:
- Lecture: Educator-led presentations or activities providing knowledge, skills, or general competencies in the subject area.
- Group work: Collaborative activities where students work together to solve problems or complete tasks.
- Tutoring: One-on-one or small group sessions with an instructor for personalized guidance and support.
- Student presentations: Opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding of course material by presenting to peers.
- Online lessons: Digital content delivered via an online learning platform.
- Guidance: Individualized advice and direction from instructors to support students in their learning journey.
- Workshops: Practical sessions focused on hands-on application of theoretical concepts or skills.
- Self-study: Independent study where students engage with course material on their own without any teacher support.
Teaching materials, reading lists, and essential resources will be shared in the learning platform and software user manuals where applicable.