Identifying Learning Objectives by Seeking a Balance between Student and Industry Expectations for Technology Exposure in Construction Education

摘要

Building information modeling (BIM) and mobile technology have become an important aspect of managing successful construction companies. In order to ensure that students graduating from construction programs are prepared to serve the industry, it is necessary for universities to include construction technology in their curricula. These curricula have to serve both the industry's needs and the students' expectations in preparing students for the workforce. This paper outlines the processes taken to identify learning objectives that would support both. The research was conducted in three parts: a literature analysis to identify relevant BIM competencies and teaching practices, interviews with industry BIM experts to identify their needs in new hires, and surveys to students to document their expectations for BIM in the classroom. With the exception of a few additions, the competencies of BIM identified within the literature align with the topics identified through the industry interviews and student surveys. Finally, the paper discusses specific learning objectives identified to support students in the construction science and management curriculum in learning the validated competencies.