BIM specialist with technical building equipment (TGA)

BIM is a method that can be used to visualize a building from the initial idea through planning and execution to completion. The course teaches all the essential steps for this: it introduces the creation of a building model using the BIM method, teaches information coordination and the BIM execution plan and covers legal principles. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the profession is also discussed and you will learn about the most important systems that make buildings functional and safe - from heating, ventilation and plumbing to electrics and lighting. Topics such as sustainability, energy efficiency and digitalization round off the course.
  • Certificates: BIM specialist" certificate
    "Building Services Engineering (TGA)" Certificate
  • Additional Certificates: buildingSMART certificate "Professional Certification - Foundation Basic Module"
    BIM Coordinator" certificate
    BIM Modeler Revit" certificate
  • Examination: Praxisbezogene Projektarbeiten mit Abschlusspräsentationen
    buildingSMART-Zertifizierung
  • Teaching Times: Full-time
    Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (in weeks with public holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.)
  • Language of Instruction: German
  • Duration: 16 Weeks

BIM Manager

Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process (approx. 0.5 days)

Presentation of specific AI technologies

Industry standard 4.0 under AI (IoT)


BIM basics (approx. 2.5 days)

Introduction to the BIM method

Need for new collaborative forms

Advantages and challenges of the BIM method

BIM and lean management

Open and interoperable solutions

buildingSMART as an organization

BIM competence assessment

National peculiarities in BIM application

National/international standards and guidelines


BIM in the phases: Design-build-operate (approx. 3 days)

BIM as-built determination - data - processes

Specialist models and the coordination of data

Evaluations and use of model data in the planning phase

BIM in the realization phase

BIM in the inventory and in the management phase

BIM reference processes

BMVI/ISO 19650 step-by-step plan


BIM project orientation (approx. 4 days)

Requirements of the client - AIA

Implementation of the standards

Information requirements and objectives of the client

BIM control for clients

BIM implementation in the company

BIM reference process - systematics

Project organization and use cases

BIM roles and responsibilities

Use of blockchain in the BIM process

"BIM Manager" service profile

Object-oriented model structure, BIM tools

Model qualities, classification and coordination


BIM Management (approx. 3 days)

Formulation of the BIM objective

Conditions for successful BIM projects

Project support, data management and reporting on the use of BIM

Creating BIM-compliant templates and guidelines for all planning participants


Legal principles and service profiles (approx. 1 day)

BIM and HOAI - effects on pricing law

BIM contract regulations and components of BIM BVB


Collaboration and coordination (approx. 2 days)

Modeling guidelines

Common Data Environment (CDE)

Use case management in the BIM workflow

IDM (Information Delivery Manual)

IDS (Information Delivery Specifications)

SIA (Security Information Requirements)

Model View Definition (MVD)

BIM and security aspects

Information supply chain - overall process map

Information requirement - OIA-LIA-AIA-BAP

Information provision - PIA/PIM - AIR/AIM


Project work, certification preparation and buildingSMART certification: Professional Certification - Foundation Basic Module (approx. 4 days)

BIM Coordinator

Responsibilities as a BIM Coordinator (approx. 1 day)

Overview, Introduction, and Benefits of BIM

BIM Roles and Responsibilities

Specialist Coordination and Overall Coordination

buildingSMART Standards, openBIM

BIM Process

AIA and BAP

Applications and Limitations of AI in BIM Coordination


Solibri Basics (approx. 2 days)

Merging Multiple Models (IFC Files) into a Coordination Model

Visibility settings, selection basket, filter function

Properties (Attributes)

Level of Development (LOD, LoI, LoG, LoIN)

Milestones, data drops

Marking, section view

Measurement tool


BCF Messages (approx. 2 days)

BCF Files in Solibri

Create a presentation, problem, and BCF report

Common Data Environment (CDE)

Data Management and Exchange with IFC and BCF

AI-powered formulation and summarization of BCF reports


Model Testing (approx. 6 days) 

Hard and soft collisions

Communication and Documentation

Solibri Rules and Rule Parameters: Clash Detection, Clearance Around Components, Component Spacing

Evaluate Solibri results (reject, accept)

Solibri Ruleset Manager: Edit rulesets opened in Solibri, save ruleset file

Create a Solibri slide from the check results in the Review section

Save the check results as BCF files and upload them to the CDE

Update models in Solibri and on the CDE

Old-to-New Model Comparison

Distinction between rule-based checking, automation, and artificial intelligence


Solibri Analysis (approx. 1 day)

Report Definition, Report, Grouping

Formulas in Reports


Attribute Check and IDS (approx. 2 days)

Model Structure and Property Sets

Attribute Check

Information Delivery Specification (IDS)

Using IDS Files for Attribute Validation


Solibri Classification (approx. 1 day)

Classification and Classification Rules

Formulas in Classifications


Project work (approx. 5 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results

BIM Modeler Revit

Fundamentals of BIM and CDE (approx. 1 day)

BIM Fundamentals, Benefits, and Use Cases

BIM Roles and Responsibilities (Manager, Coordinator, Modeler)

Open BIM, Closed BIM, and buildingSMART Standards (IFC, BCF, IDS, bSDD) 

Common Data Environment (CDE) and an overview of cloud-based CDE platforms (Dalux Build/Field)

Levels of Information and Detail (LOD, LOG, LOI, LOIN)


Solibri and Dalux – Model Review, BCF Workflow, and CDE Coordination (approx. 1.5 days)

Merging IFC Models 

Views, Sections, and Measurements 

Rule-Based Model Review in Solibri 

BCF workflow, reporting, and communication

Comparison of the applications of rule-based validation (Solibri) and cloud-based project coordination (Dalux)


Revit Basics for BIM Modeling (approx. 2 days)

User Interface, Project Structure, and Modeling Logic

Building and Structuring a BIM Building Model 

Derivations and Analyses (Lists, Quantities, and Plans) 

Collaboration and Coordination in Revit

AI-powered features in Revit (Autodesk AI Assistant and Generative Design)

Limitations and Quality Control of AI Results


BIM Objects and Parametrics in Revit (approx. 2 days)

Libraries, Families, Types, and Instances

Parameter Types (Project/Shared/Family)

Creating Parametric Families and Applying Them to the Model 

Structure, Naming, and Parameter Logic 


Information Management and OpenBIM (approx. 4 days)

IFC Fundamentals and Use Cases

IFC 4 and IFC 4.3 in the Revit Workflow

IFC Export and Import in Revit

Base Quantities and Export Options 

Verification in BIM Viewer/Solibri/Dalux BIM Viewer

IFC Entities, Property Sets, and Attribute Mapping

IDS Fundamentals and Definition of Information Requirements

buildingSMART IFC Validation Services for Automated Model Validation


Coordination, Classification, and Collaboration (approx. 4.5 days)

Penetration Planning and Recess Coordination 

Adaptive Components/Adaptive Families

Classification systems, project classifications, and IFC entities

Attribute Checking and Quality Assurance 

Revit links and submodels 

Update and Coordination Processes

Introduction to Visual Programming with Dynamo 

Automation of Simple BIM Processes

Clash Detection, Analysis, and Documentation


Project work (approx. 5 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results

Technical building equipment (TGA)

Introduction to TGA (approx. 2 days)

TGA as a service profile of the HOAI (service phases, interfaces, planning and testing services)

Tasks, significance and trades of TGA

Role in the life cycle of a building

Relevance in residential and non-residential construction

Cooperation with specialists from architecture, planning and construction management

Current laws and regulations


Comfort and thermal comfort (approx. 2 days)

Definition and influencing factors

Thermodynamic principles and h,x-diagram

Standards and limit values


Heating technology - basics (approx. 1 day)

Heat generation: Gas, oil, biomass, district heating, heat pump, CHP

Heat distribution and transfer: panel heating, radiators, air heating

Storage and control technology


Heating technology - planning and design (approx. 1 day)

Heat load calculation according to DIN EN 12831

Selection of heat generators

Hydraulic balancing

Simulation and rough calculation


Heating technology - operation, maintenance, acceptance (approx. 1 day)

Optimization of operating costs, maintenance intervals

Dealing with test reports and defects

Warranty and operator obligations


Room air technology - basics and components (approx. 1 day)

Centralized/decentralized systems

Humidification, dehumidification, filtration

Fans, heat recovery, air recirculation


Room air technology - planning and design (approx. 1 day)

Air volume flow determination

Cooling load calculation according to VDI 2078

Application of h,x diagram

Control (CO₂ control, humidity control)


Ventilation technology - operation, maintenance and hygiene (approx. 1 day)

Requirements according to VDI 6022

Maintenance and hygiene tests

Energy-efficient operation


Sanitary technology - basics (approx. 1 day)

Hygiene in drinking water systems

Water supply and disposal systems

Components: storage tanks, pressure boosting systems, safety fittings


Sanitary engineering - planning and design (approx. 1 day)

Backwater and backwater protection (basics, error patterns, proofs)

Drainage application (responsibilities, required documents, inspection points)

Calculation of hot water demand

Building drainage (waste water, rainwater, gray water)


Sanitary engineering - operation, maintenance and inspection (approx. 1 day)

Rainwater infiltration (operation/maintenance, inspection, responsibilities)

Legionella testing

Measures in the event of water damage

Sustainability (rainwater and graywater use)


Electrical engineering in the context of TGA (approx. 1 day)

Energy distribution

safety lighting

Fire alarm systems

Interfaces to building automation


Building automation and digitalization in building services engineering (approx. 1 day)

Building automation: basics, communication standards (KNX, BACnet), integration principles

Smart building and sensor technology

Introduction to BIM (Building Information Modeling)

Digital maintenance and predictive maintenance


Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process

Presentation of specific AI technologies and possible applications in the professional environment

(e.g. anomaly detection, document check)


Sustainability and energy efficiency (approx. 2 days)

Energy-efficient systems (heat recovery, free cooling, LowEx)

Certifications (DGNB, LEED, BREEAM)

CO₂ balance and TGA contribution to decarbonization

Trends (climate change and mandatory ventilation)


Project work (approx. 3 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results



Changes are possible, the course content is updated regularly.

CAD knowledge (ideally Revit) is recommended.

After the course, you will not only have extensive knowledge of BIM, which is required to maintain and create building models, but will also be able to coordinate the tasks and responsibilities of those involved in the project, ensure data exchange and ensure the quality of information and processes. You will also be familiar with BIM structures, understand national and international standards, be able to apply strategies for introducing BIM in companies and make well-founded planning decisions.

You will also be familiar with the most important components of HVAC systems and how they work. You will have a detailed overview of the basic requirements for the operation of HVAC systems and will be able to understand, evaluate and roughly check the planning of simple HVAC systems or commission their maintenance. As an example, you will learn about digital planning and calculation processes using the "linear" software.

Specialist planners, construction managers, technical employees from engineering and architectural offices, operations managers, facility management employees, project managers from real estate management companies, but also career changers with an engineering or technical background who want to acquire basic knowledge of the systems, planning and function of technical building equipment (TBE).

As a BIM specialist, you are in high demand in building planning, design and modeling and are sought after in construction and real estate companies as well as design offices of all sizes.

Specialists in the field of technical building equipment (TGA) work across departments at the interface between architecture, civil engineering and technical installation. Due to the increasing importance of energy-efficient and sustainable buildings, as well as digitalization in this area, they are in high demand on the job market.

Didactic concept

Your lecturers are highly qualified both professionally and didactically and will teach you from the first to the last day (no self-study system).

You will learn in effective small groups. The courses usually consist of 6 to 25 participants. The general lessons are supplemented by numerous practical exercises in all course modules. The practice phase is an important part of the course, as it is during this time that you process what you have just learned and gain confidence and routine in its application. The final section of the course involves a project, a case study or a final exam.

 

Virtual classroom alfaview®

Lessons take place using modern alfaview® video technology - either from the comfort of your own home or at our premises at Bildungszentrum. The entire course can see each other face-to-face via alfaview®, communicate with each other in lip-sync voice quality and work on joint projects. Of course, you can also see and talk to your connected trainers live at any time and you will be taught by your lecturers in real time for the entire duration of the course. The lessons are not e-learning, but real live face-to-face lessons via video technology.

 

The courses at alfatraining are funded by Agentur für Arbeit and are certified in accordance with the AZAV approval regulation. When submitting a Bildungsgutscheinor Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, the entire course costs are usually covered by your funding body.
Funding is also possible via Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF), Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV) or regional funding programs. As a regular soldier, you have the option of attending further training courses via Berufsförderungsdienst (BFD). Companies can also have their employees qualified via funding from Agentur für Arbeit (Qualifizierungschancengesetz).

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