Building Information Modelling BIM & Graphic Illustration
This two-semester course creates opportunities for learners to take individual professional design responsibility of their product and their process and develop an ability to lead teams within their disciplines.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Diploma (Level 8 NFQ) | Special Purpose | QQI | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1 year, part-time.
This part-time programme runs two evenings per week from 6.30 pm-9.30 pm and every second Saturday from 10 am-5 pm, over two semesters.
Entry Requirements
Applicants to the programme must meet normal QQI requirements, Level 7 or equivalent, award on the National Framework of Qualifications. The applicants require a background from building design and construction-related programmes or a cognate discipline and require prior knowledge in the following areas:
Proficient in 2D CAD or other architectural technical tools.
Experience in 3D CAD or other architectural technical tools.
Applicants will be asked to provide a sample of their work/ portfolio.
English Language
If English is not your native language, you must show that your English level is of a suitable standard.
Careers / Further progression
This course provides a pathway to BIM-related postgraduate programmes.
Further information
This course is scheduled to commence on September 2025 at Griffith College Dublin's Main Campus.
Dublin Main Campus
The Diploma in Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Graphic Illustration programme consists of six modules taught over two semesters, with modules in Semester Two being linked to successful completion of Semester One. The modules fall into three categories: Building Information Modelling (BIM), Rendering, and Graphic Illustration.
Through the course, students will:
Explain key topics and principles surrounding BIM and the benefits to be gained from its adoption.
Devise and plot design details in a holistic manner with competence, fluency and sensitivity demonstrating a good understanding of the principles of interdisciplinary communication required in presenting projects generated by BIM.
Use BIM software to produce 2D documentation plans, sections, elevations and to construct complex 3D models to include and building services efficiently, to industry standard.
Use BIM software to produce specifications of work, time schedules, and costings for the construction industry
Produce photorealistic images of BIM models and project proposals.
Light and render buildings to a high degree of expertise while achieving an accurate and aesthetically pleasing visualisation of a proposed design.
Use Bitmap and Vector Graphics applications to produce graphic illustrations to a required degree of proficiency in order to visually communicate proposals, drawings and specifications to high standards.
Identify, select and apply appropriate products, materials and fittings based on an understanding of technology and specifications to a professional standard. • Independently manage BIM projects assigned by others in the built environment.
Develop advanced building modelling skills relating to protected structures/ historic buildings
Learners carry out cloud-based daylight and performance analysis.
Working with teams using BIM 360 (collaboration), develop BIM Management and clash detection skills
Learners develop an awareness of the BIM relating to costing for Quantity Surveyors.
The Certificate in Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Graphic Illustration is an embedded special purpose award in this programme. Learners on this programme who complete the 30 ECTS may choose to exit with the embedded award.
Course Modules
Introduction to BIM (using Revit) (20 ECTS)
Revit Rendering (5 ECTS)
Graphic Illustration I (5 ECTS)
Advanced BIM and BIM Collaboration (using Revit) (20 ECTS)
Advanced Rendering (5 ECTS)
Graphic Illustration II (5 ECTS)
Britt Berentzen
DESIGN PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
Dublin Main Campus
britt.berentzen@griffith.ie