ABSTRACT The design communications gradually being change from 2D based to integrated 3D digital interface. BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING (BIM) is a model based design concept, in which buildings will be built virtually before the actual construction takes place, where data models are organized for complete integration of all relevant factors in the building life cycle which also managed the information exchange between AEC( Architects, Engineers and Contractors) professionals, to strengthen the interaction between the design team, BIM is shared knowledge about the information for decision making during its life cycle. There is still much to be leaned about the opportunities and implications of this tool. This report deals with the use of the tool for a live project which would in turn help to understand the tool better and thus making the entire construction project a more easy and connected task.1. INTRODUCTION. 1.1, What Is BIM 1.2. Definition of BI 1.3. Objective of the study. 2. POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF USING BIM.. 241 Visualization... 2.2 Accuracy and Rellability of Dat 2.3. Collaboration. R 24 Ease of Quantity and Cost Estimation......sssssscsssssesseessssessessesssessssneesee 12 2.5 Energy Efficleney.......s00 3. METHODOLOGY... 4. SURVEY OF SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS. MODELLING IN STAAD.....000000s 5.1 Loads and analysis. 6, 3D MODELLING USING REVIT... 7. MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING WORKS .. 8. ESTIMATION AND SCHEDULES.....csscssscssssessssseeseessessesssnssssssssssssesesen 26 9, TIME ESTIMATION 229 10 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS ...... 230 11 REFERANCES. atBIM across project life. STAAD.Pro. Sample output screenshots for beam number 20 of Detalls of designed conerete wit Detail of shear bending . cross section of beam Details of deflection (a) and (b) It Is the view of the school from the entrance gate This figure shows the view school from the open auditorium... shows the pipe network for the toilets .. (a) and (b) Is the view of electrical fittings |. Gantt chart for the project scheduleLISTOF TABLE Requirement and availability of infrastructure facilities.... Summary of reinforcement are: Summary of design load.........sssssssesesssessessesseesseestsssesaessesseeeneeseee dB Shows part of the piping schedule. Similarly other schedules for quantities have been prepared Time estimation of the bullding................-...:2:ececeeeeseeeee1. INTRODUCTION 1.1, WHAT IS BIM? Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a process involving the generation and management of digital representations of physical and functional characteristics of places. Building Information Models (BIMs) are files (often but not always in proprietary formats and containing proprietary data) which can be exchanged or networked to support decision- making about a place. Current BIM software is used by individuals, businesses and government agencies who plan, design, construct, operate and maintain diverse physical infrastructures, from water, wastewater, electricity, gas, refuse and communication utilities to roads, bridges and ports, from houses, apartments, schools and shops to offices, facto warehouses and prisons, ete. 1.2. DEFINITION OF BIM: The US National Building Information Model Standard Project Committee has the following Definition: Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a digital representation of physical and functional characteristics of a facility. A BIM is a shared knowledge resource for information about a facility forming a reliable basis for decisions during its life-cycle; defined as existing from earliest conception to demolition. Traditional building design was largely reliant upon ‘two-dimensional drawings (plans, elevations, sections, ete.). Building information modeling extends this beyond 3D, augmenting the three primary spatial dimensions (width, height and depth) with time as the fourth dimension (4D) and cost as the fifth (SD), ete, BIM therefore covers more than just geometry. It also covers spatial relationships, light analysis, geographic information, and quantities and properties of building components (for example, manufacturers’ details).BIM involves representing a design as combinations of “objects" — vague and undefined, generic or product-specific, solid shapes or void-space oriented (like the shape of a room), that carry their geometry, relations and attributes. BIM design toolsallow extraction of different views from a building model for drawing production and other uses. These different views are automatically consistent, being based on a single definition of ‘each object instance. BIM software also defines objects parametrically; that is, the objects are 4 ed as parameters and relations to other objects, so that if a related object is amended, dependent ones will automatically also change. Each model element can carry attributes for selecting and ordering them automatically, providing cost estimates as well as material ‘racking and ordering. For the professionals involved in a project, BIM enables a virtual information model to be handed from the design team (architects, landscape architects, surveyors, civil, structural and building services engineers, etc.) to the main contractor and subcontractors and then on to the owner/operator; each professional adds discipline-specific data to the single shared model. This reduces information losses that traditionally occurred when a new team takes ‘ownership’ of the project, and provides more extensive information to owners of complex structures. Fig.1 BIM across project life BIM is not just a software tool or simply a technology that can be acquired and implemented. It is really a paradigm that combines technology with people and process issues of our industry to result in a tectonic shift in the way we deliver the built environment. Its adoption requires deep commitment and a holistic approach. While the potential benefits of BIM to People, projects, organizations and the overall sector are significant, it requires leavingbehind archaic and deficient work practices and associated thought processes, BIM transforms the way we design, construct, operate and maintain our built environment, 1.3 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY: 1. To understand the building information modeling tools used in the industry. 2, To use the collabora n tools offered by REVIT thus making the overall construction easy. 3. Make a 3D model and do structural analysis of the structure using STAAD and then linking it with the REVIT model. 4. Do initial survey to know the requirements of the school and propose the future developments. 5. MEP works of the new construction. 6. Preparing different cost schedules for the project. 7. Preparing a general time schedule for the project. 2. POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF USING BIM The possible economic benefits and improvement of productivity with successful BIM implementation is well acknowledged and gradually better understood within the AEC industry (Bernstein & Pittman, 2004), BIM applications and solutions is one of the most challenging technological progresses in recent years for the architecture, engineering, construction, and facility management (AECFM) industry. Its lucrative deliverables is attracting majority of the construction companies, who aim to offer high quality produet for their clients. The integrated database gives the opportunity to every individual invotved in an entire construction project (including architects, engineers, contractors, project managers, andowners) to collaborate together, allowing them to view the model in different ways and to share information, ‘One of the main advantages of implementing BIM applications is the visual coordination and the capability to identify possible conflicts among the various building systems. Furthermore, the instantaneous data updating attribute of BIM along with cloud computing, helps AEC professionals tremendously in saving time, otherwise spent or wasted in exchanging project information. These deliverable products are just a few things that one can expect from this powerful tool which completely transforms the way business is performed (Franklin, 2010). The advantages and possible benefits of this new technology compared to traditional 2D CAD has been researched intensely in various nations. BIM offers a plethora of benefits, both directly and indirectly, to all members of the AECFM industry. A reduction in conflicts and changes/rework during construction, low levels of risks and improved estimate of long lead Tesources , overall reduction construction wastage and the whole-life costs of built assets, better-performing completed infrastructure, and improved overall project quality are among the advantages that can be experienced with appropriate usage of BIM applications and solutions. ~ Reduced Conflicts + Bemter Understanding of Design Intent Among Team Menibers + Enhanced Project Quality - Decrease in Number of RFI's + Better Construction Cost Predictability ~ Fewer Claims/Litigations ~ Reduced Construction Cost + Increased Profits ~ Reduced Project Duration > Marketing New Business 2.1 VISUALZATION: The ability to create, visualizes, and present architectural and engineering documents is one of the direct benefits for a 3D model. Many individuals have difficulty understanding overloaded 2D drawings even after intently studying the drawings. However, a 3D model, even with relatively few details, clearly represents the building project and allows bettervisualizations for many of its features. These building elements are not only represented as 3D objects; instead, they are also associated with accurate and relevant information, thus reducing errors and requests for information (RFI), creating fewer change orders, and saving valuable time (Kame & Ukrande, 2013). 2.2 ACCURACY AND RELIABLITY OF DATA: BIM applications and solutions make certain that all of the data extracted from the various models of a particular project are faultless. This consistent of data eliminates the suspicion thought of error between various sets of drawings. This reliability indicates that whichever design alteration is made in a particular view will be automatically be modified throughout all other views for that project (Smith, 2009; Birx, 2005), 2.3 COLLABORATION: BIM proves to be very beneficial for sharing a single database among multiple team members. The AECFM industry is tightly bound together, and the challenge to synchronize among these professionals seems to be achievable because of BIM. It has been demonstrated repeatedly that collaboration among teams at initial stages of construction project has great rewards for planning and scheduling. Therefore, by developing BIM models at initial stages of project, AEC firms can totally ensure in-depth collaboration among the extended project team, on almost all of the construction issues, Thus leading to improved productivity, Autodesk, 2011). communication, and quality control (Haron, Marshall, & Aouad, 201 2.4 EASE OF QUANTITY AND COST ESTIMATIO! When the construction and design team is working collaboratively using BIM, many benefits can be experienced; for example, quantity take-off and cost estimation are just few among many of them, BIM’s trait of estimation from the model helps the estimator prepare thematerial/resources estimation faster, easier, and with fewer errors, BIM allows cost estimates to be more accurate and reliable than those prepared using conventional methods which are subjected to manual miscalculations (Hergunsel, 2011). 2.5 ENERGY EFFICIENCY: BIM systems are proficient and aid in delivering projects with optimal sustainable design. BIM’s analysis tools help analyze heating and cooling requirements, identify day-lighting ipments those help in reducing overall energy usage. opportunities, and choose building eq Various attributes (such as, climatic conditions, electrical lines, ete.) ean be incorporated, in assessing the energy consumption and carbon emissions of the particular project (Ashcraft, 2006; Autodesk, 2010). 3. METHODOLOGY The project involves survey of the schools to be modeled and then based on the requirements of the school it is decided whether a new building or renovation is required. The data was collected by site visits and interaction with the school administration. The site visit was conducted with the help of second year civil engineering students and a data sheet for requirements was made. ‘The structure was then analyzed in STAAD PRO and a 3D model was prepared using REVIT 2014. The rendered drawings were also generated using REVIT 2014, The structural analysis was linked with the revit model by the import and export too! for linking models. IS 456 was used for the design norms and 1S 8827 for the standards of the school facilitiesSURVEY OF SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS Table 1.Requirement and availability of infrastructure facilities Sino Purpose Diner Tpeques| wie | os pace permanent 1 [ease noo conruex Class Rooms (HS) 20x20 50 18 13 32, Class Rooms (HSS) 30x20 12 * 4 4 2_| LABORATORY COMPLEX 7S ab om [7 papa 3 HS Lab 40x 20 6 0 6 3. | LIBRARY COMPLEX Reading Room 50x20 1 ° ° L Stack room & Reference 50x 20 1 o o 1 Di Ubery soo | 1 |e] e 1 2 [ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLE HM & Principal's Cabin 20x20 1 1 0 1 HSS Office 20x20 1 0 o 1 HS Office 20x20 1 o oO 1 Guest Room wm |i [ile 1 Pinte wan | 1 [0] 0 1 Skat Room SS wa [1 [|e] 3 1 Staff Room HS 40x20 1 o 0 1 sultnooms mao | 1 fale 1 = | eat commuce uianc 8 ouring wm | 2 fa). 0 secRoon wa | 1 fe]. 1 evSN oom wo | + [el 2 1 ses Room ww | t fale 0 Phys Fe eter ow | 1 fof a 1 cyDimension ‘Additional SLNo Purpose infect) | Required ‘Availabe iene ee Semi | permanent PHYSICAL EDUCATION & ARTS 4 6_| compuex ‘Arts Room 30x20 1 0 ° 1 Work Experience Room 30x20 i oO o 1 Mini Theatre 60x20 1 0 ° 1 Room for ‘uniform’ Clubs 60x20 1 0 ° 1 Change Room 20x20 1 4. ° 0 “Acquisition Indoor Stadium Nauka ‘Area Turf Court(Hockey&Footbal 4 aati ‘Area ‘Synthetic track (200m) a male Proposed & ‘Swimming Poo! 1 land Acquired 7 | auorronum roooseats | 1 1 ote 8 _| KITCHEN AND DINING AREA Temporary kitchen 40x20 1 neh 1 Dining Hall (200 seats) 1 No Biogas Plant 1 No ‘g_| WATER SUPPLY & DRINKING WATER Water taps 125 40 85 Water Cooler a o a Rain Water Storage (50,000 L) 1 ° 1 10 | TONETS 125 45 20 65 11_| COMPOUND WALL 800m 50 750m Gate with Watchman's Cabin a ° a Surveillance Camera 12. | RESIDENTIAL AREA HM cottage 1 zy Watchman’s Room 20X20 1 Dormitory {for 50 students) 1 15. MODELLING IN STAAD Our project involves analysis and design of the project using a very popular designing software STAAD Pro. We have chosen STAAD Pro because of its following advantages: © easy to use interface, © conformation with the Indian Standard Codes, ‘* versatile nature of solving any type of problem, ‘* Accuracy of the solution STAAD.Pro features a state-of-the-art user interface, visualization tools, powerful analysis and design engines with advanced finite element and dynamic analysis capabilities. From model generation, analysis and design to visualization and result verification, STAAD Pro is the professional's choice for steel, conerete, timber, aluminum and cold-formed steel design of low and high-rise buildings, culverts, petrochemical plants, tunnels, bridges, piles and much more. STAAD.Pro consists of the following: - The STAAD.Pro Graphical User Interface: It is used to generate the model, which can then be analyzed using the STAD engine. After analysis and design is completed, the GUI can also be used to view the results graphically. - The STAAD analysis and design engine: It is a general-purpose calculation engine for structural analysis and integrated Steel, Concrete, Timber and Aluminum design. To start with we have solved some sample problems using STAAD Pro and checked the accuracy of the results with manual calculations. The results were to satisfaction and were accurate. In the initial phase of our project we have done calculations regarding loadings on buildings and also considered seismic and wind loads. Structural analysis comprises the set of physical laws and mathematics required to study and predicts the behavior of structures. Structural analysis can be viewed more abstractly as a method to drive the engineering design process or prove the soundness of a design without a dependence on directly testing it. To perform an accurate analysis a structural engineer must determine such information as structural loads, geometry, support conditions, and materials properties, The results of such an analysis typically include support reactions, stresses and displacements. This information is then compared to criteria that indicate the conditions of failure. Advanced structural analysis may examine dynamic response, stability and non-linear behavior. The aim of design is the achievement of an acceptable probability that structures being designed will perform satisfactorily during their intended life. With an appropriate degree of safety, they should sustain all the loads and deformations of normal construction and use and have adequate durability and adequate resistance to the effects of seismic and wind, Structure and structural elements shall normally be designed by Limit State Method. Account should be taken of accepted theories, ‘experiment and experience and the need to design for durability. Design, including design for durability, construction and use in service should be considered as a whole. The realization of design objectives requires compliance with clearly defined standards for materials, production, workmanship and also maintenance and use of structure in service. The design of the building is dependent upon the minimum requirements as prescribed in the IndianStandard Codes. The minimum requirements pertaining to the structural safety of buildings are being covered by way of laying down minimum design loads which have fo be assumed for dead loads, imposed loads, and other external loads, the structure would be required to bear. Strict conformity to loading standards recommended in this code, it is hoped, will not only ensure the structural safety of the buildings which are being designed. 5.1 LOADS AND ANALYSIS: ‘The structure was loaded with only DEAD LOADS and LIVE LOADS the factor of 1.5 was chosen as prescribed by IS-456. The primary structure was imported from the CAD drawing and analysis was done. The tables below give the summary of the loads and moments at different parts of the building. Fig: 3 staad model of the schoo! building, Fig: 2 STAAD.Pro.Model of the school building. Sample output screenshots for beam number 20 of B2.Table 2 Summary of reinforcement area SUMMARY OF REINF. AREA (Sq.mm) SECTION| TOP =|: BOTTOM —|_STIRRUPS {inmm) | Reqd./Provided reinf. | Reqd./Providedreinf. | (2 legged) 0.0 | 303.17/339.29{ 3-12i)| 0.00/ 226.19) 2-121)| 8/ @ 90mm 229.0 | 172.76] 226.19{ 2-12i)] 0.00/ 226.19 2-12i}| Bi @ 99mm 458.0 | 112.14/ 226.194 2-121)] 0.00/226.19( 2-121)| 8 @ 90mm 687.0 | 0.00/226.194 2-121)| 112.14/ 226.19{ 2-121)| 8/ @ 90mm 916.0 | 0.00/226.19{ 2-12/)| 112.24/ 226.19{ 2-121)| 8f @ 90mm 1145.0 | 0.00/ 226.194 2-22i)| 112.14/ 226.19{ 2-121)| 81 @ 90mm 1378.0 | 0.00/ 226.194 2-121)| 112.50/ 225.19{ 2-12/)| &f @ 90mm 1603.0 | 0.00/ 226.19 2-221) | 112.14/ 226.19(2-321)| &f @ 90mm 1832.0 | 0.00/ 226.294 2-221) | 112.14/ 226,19( 2-12/)| 8 @ 90mm 2061.0 | 0.00/ 226.19{ 2-124) | 112.14/ 226.19( 2-121) | 8! @ 90mm 2290.0 | 112.14/ 226.19( 2-12i)| 0.00/ 226.19{2-121)| 81 @ 90mm 2519.0 | 164.29/ 226.19{ 2-121)| 0.00/ 226.19{2-121)| 81 @ 99mm 2708.0 | 292.03/ 339.29( 3-121)| 0.00/ 226.19{ 2-121) 8 @ 90mm ‘Table 3 summary of design load 2s Fed15 (Main) Fe4i5 (sec.) LENGTH: 3248.0 mm STZE: 250.0 mm X 250.0 mm COVER: 25.0 mm DESIGN LOAD SUMRRY (KN MET) Gam |e Ma Mx Load case | VY Mx Load 0.01 0.00 0.00 1 | 47.08 -0.08 3 1 0.00 70.08 63 270.7 | 0.00 0-00 8=64 | 40.48 0.04 3 1 0.00 -0.08 63 341.31 0.00 0.08 9333.27 -0,04 3a 1 0.00 70.03 2 812.0) 0.00 “0.08 893 | 28.42 -0.04 3| Geometry | Property | Loading | Sheer Bending | Deflection | Concrete Design Beam no. = 51 Design code | 15-456 Design Load Design Parameter a5 | 30 jo. 250 at 128) te. | =] Fig 3 Details of designed conerete with cross section of beam | Seomety [ Property [Leading | Sheer Bending |Defiecion | Concrete Deson| Beam No 51 41.92 3 7 — 43 | 2.04 a [7] Approximate 2nd order Efect Dist. Mz ™ ih kten aa aaa SCT Selection Type load Case: 1:DL > @ Bending -Z (© Bending -¥ 7 © Shear -¥ © Shear -ZFig 4 Detail of shear bending Geometry | Propeny | Loading | Shear Bending | Deflection | Concrete Design Beam No = 51 _ 0.214 — 3 3.30043 Dist. Disp m mm | 7 0.000 024 Selection Type DL 7 3299960012 0529 @XDr 3899999006 0512 | tT Scriabin = i . © Local Deflection = ©) ZDr Note: Displacements between end points are calculated based on frst order effects only Fig. 5 Details of deflection 6. 3D MODELLING USING REVIT The Revit work environment allows users to manipulate whole buildings or assemblies (in the project environment) or individual 3D shapes (in the family editor environment), Modelling tools can be used with pre-made solid objects or imported geometric models. However, Revit is not a NURBS modeller and also lacks the ability to manipulate an object's individual polygons except on some specific object types such as roofs, slabs and terrain or in the massing environment. There are many categories of objects (‘families' in Revit terminology), which divide into three groups:‘+ System Families are pre-made by Autodesk and customization is limited + Loadable Families / Components can be built from scratch ‘+ In-Place Families which are like loadable families, but cannot be saved out of the project in which they are made, An experienced user can create realistic and accurate families ranging from furniture to lighting fixtures, as well as import existing models from other programs. Revit families can be created as parametric models with dimensions and properties. This lets users modify a given component by changing predefined parameters such as height, width or number in the case of an array. In this way a family defines a geometry which is controlled by parameters, each combination of parameters can be saved as a type, and each occurrence (instance in Revit) of a type can also contain further variations. For example, a swing door may be a Family. It may have types describing different sizes, and the actual building mode! will have instances of those types placed in walls where instance-based parameters could specify the door hardware uniquely for each occurrence of the door, When a user makes a buil ing, model, or any other kind of object in Revit, they may use Revit’s rendering engine to make a more realistic image of what is otherwise a very diagrammatic model. This is accomplished by either using the premade model, wall, floor, étc., tools, or making her or his own models, walls, materials, etc, Revit 2015 comes with a plethora of premade materials, each of which can be modified to the user's desires. The user can also begin with a "Generic" material. With thi the user can set the rotation, size, brightness, and intensity of textures, gloss maps (also known as shinemaps), transparency maps, reflection maps, oblique reflection maps, hole maps, and bump maps, as well as leaving the map part out and just using the sliders for any one (or all or none) of the aforementioned features of textures The complete campus in 3D would look like the following image .The grey part of the model is the one which already exists and the remaining part has to be either rebuilt or is a new construction,(a) (b) Fig.6 (a) and (b) is a screenshot using the camera tool of Revit. It is the view of the school from the entrance gate.Fig .7 This figure shows the view school from the open auditorium. 7. MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING WORKS Autodesk Revit MEP is building information modeling (BIM) software created by Autodesk. MEP stands for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing, which are the three engineering disciplines that Revit MEP addresses. By utilizing BIM as opposed to computer jed drafting (CAD), Revit MEP is able to leverage dynamic information in intelligent models — allowing complex building systems to be accurately designed and documented in a shorter amount of time. Each intelligent model created with Revit MEP represents an entire project and is stored in a single database file. This allows changes ‘made in one part of the model to be automatically propagated to other parts of the model, thus enhancing the workflow for Revit MEP users. ‘Autodesk Revit MEP is used by professionals across many industries to help reduce risk, develop better quality designs, and improve project delivery. For example, a HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) manufacturing company may use Revit MEP to develop detailed BIM-ready product models for engineering customers, which not only saves customers from having to spend hours drawing a single piece of equipment, but also increases accuracy and helps them deliver a more buildable product. In the case of an architectural firm, Revit MEP may be used to fast-track the design and construction of a military community hospital; leveraging BIM to allow everyone involved in the project toexplore, visualize, and understand the outcomes of design choices from the earliest stages of the project. Ultimately, Revit MEP is used to streamline the engineering design process using a single model to enhance the communication of design intent before construction begins. This, in tum, helps stakeholders to make more informed and accurate design decisions that not only reduce the time it take to complete a project but also have a significant impact on overall building performance. ‘The electrical plumbing and mechanical work connections are made in the revit 3D ‘model. Direct options for selection of pipes and different fittings for plumbing are available as families in revit, As for mechanical is concerned only no ducting is there in the structure, only fans as used as cooling systems. ,SECOND FLOOR 720.00em basement | - e asanen [ee eT et vende ral Eo ||— “145.00em Fig.8 shows the pipe network for the toilets in the school building, it also shows the English water collects.Fig.9 This is the view of a washroom from the entrance the wash basins can also be seen. Fig.a)Fig.9(b) Fig. 10 (a) and (b) is the view of electrical fittings inside the classroom and labs respectively 8. ESTIMATION AND SCHEDULES There are many types of estimates that can be developed during the design process. These range from approximate values early in the design to more precise values after the design is complete. Clearly, it is undesirable to wait until the end of the design phase to develop a cost, estimate. If the project over budget after the design is complete, there are only two options: cancel the project or apply value engineering to cut costs and possibly quality. As the design progresses, interim estimates help to identify problems early so that alternatives can be considered. This process allows the designer and owner to make more informed decisions, resul gin higher quality construction that meets cost constraints. BIM greatly facilitates the development of interim estimates. During the early design phase, the only quantities available for estimating are those associated with areas and volumes, such as types of space, perimeter lengths, and so forth. These quantities might be adequate for what is called a parametric costestimate, which is calculated based on major building parameters. The parameters used depend on the building type, for example, number of parking spaces and fl oors for a parking garage, number and area of each type of commercial space, number of fl oors, quality level of materials for a commercial building, location of building, number of elevators, external walls area, roof area, and the like. Unfortunately these quantities are not generally availabl schematic design because they do not defi ne object types, such as those created by a BIM design system, Therefore, it is important to move the early design model into BIM software early to allow for quantity extractions and approximate cost estimates. As the design matures, it is possible to rapidly extract more detailed spatial and material quantities directly from the building model. All BIM tools provide capabilities for extracting counts of components, area and volume of spaces, material quantities, and to report these in various schedules. These ‘quantities are more than adequate for producing approximate cost estimates. For more accurate cost estimates prepared by contractors, problems may arise when the defi nitions of components (typically assemblies of parts) are not properly defi ned and are not capable of extracting the quantities needed for cost estimating. For example, BIM software might provide the linear feet of concrete footings but not the quantity of reinforcing steel embedded in the concrete; or the area of interior partition walls but not the quantity of studs in the walls, These are problems that can be addressed, but the approach depends on the specifi c BIM tool and associated estimating system. If an IPD. approach is being used that allows the general and trade contractors to participate during the design process, then accurate cost estimates can be developed earlier in the design. In addition, contractor knowledge of constructability can inform the design process and help to reduce model revisions and thus cost and time. It should be noted that while building models provide adequate measurements for quantity takeoffs, they are not a replacement for estimating. Estimators perform a critical role in the building process far beyond that of extracting counts and measurements. The process of estimating involves assessing conditions in the project that impact cost, such as unusual wall conditions, unique assemblies, and diffi cult access conditions. Automatic identification of these conditions by any BIM tool is not yet feasible. Estimators should consider using BIM technology to facilitate the laborious task of quantity takeoff and to quickly visualize, identify, and assess conditions, and provide more time for constructability reviews and to optimize prices from subcontractors and suppliers. A detailed building model is a risk-mitigation tool for estimators that can significantly reduce bid costs, because it reduces the uncertainty associated with material quantities. No BIM toolprovides the full capabilities of a spreadsheet or estimating package, so estimators must identify 4 method that works best for their specific estimating process. Three primary options are: 1. Export building object quantities to estimating software 2. Link the BIM tool directly to the estimating software 3. Use a BIM quantity takeoff tool ‘We have used revit to do the cost schedules but for the time estimation MS projects was used by exporting the revit schedues. ‘Table.4 Shows part of the piping schedule. Similarly other schedules for quantities have been prepared. = a 2 3 3 2 § 3 Pr9. TIME ESTIMATION Time estimation was done using MS projects. A basic time frame for each activity was taken it is assumed that only a team of 4-6 workers work at the site for 8 man-hours each. The start and end dates are not given rather the day number is used for the ease of understanding, ‘Table.5 Time estimation of the building activity STARTDAY DURATION END DAY Supply Lot Sale Agreement Daya a DaY2 ‘Supply Construction Agreement paya 1 DAY 2 Supply Contract Plans Daya 1 DaY2 Secure Financing DAY 1. 1 DaY2 Review & Finalize Plans Day2 13 pay17 Print Construction Drawings Day 18 a pay 19 Approve Revised Plans pay19 5 DAY 24 Make Copies of Plan DAY 25 3 DAY 28 Receive Bids Day 29 10 Day 39 Review Bids Day 39 5 Day 44 Finalize Contractor DAY 4s, 1 DAY 46 Site Survey DAY 46 5 DAY 51 Foundation Of HSS DAY 52 25 DaY77 Ground Floor Of HSS DAY 78 40 Day 118 Foundation Of SS long DAY 78 50 DAY 128 First Floor Of HSS Day 119 40 DAY 159 Second Floor Of HSS DAY 160, 40 Day 190 Electrical And Plumbing Of HSS Day 191 3 Day 204 Ground Floor Of SS long Day 205 80 Day 285 Plastering And Finishing Of HSS Day 201 15 Day 216 First Floor Of SS long DaY 286 80 DAY 365 ‘Second Floor Of SS long DAY 367 80 Day 447 Electrical And Plumbing Of SS long DAY 448 10 Day 459 Plastering And Finishing Of SS long DAY 460 25 DAY 485 Mess DAY 486 20 DAY S06 Dining First Floor DAY 507 5 DAY 522 Electrical And Plumbing Of Mess DAY 506 1 DAY 507 Electrical And Plumbing Of Dining DAY 522, a DAY 523, First Floor Of Labs Day 523 60 DAY 583 29‘Second Floor Of Labs Day ssa 60 DAY 60a Finishing Of Labs DAY 645 3 DAY 648 Electrical And Plumbing Of Lab DAY 648, 10 DAY 658 Final survey DAY 659 1 DAY 658 Move In DAY 660 1 DAY 662 Day 660 Day 645 Day 522 Day 486 Day 367 BAY Ws; 15 START DATE Day 119 pays2 bay 3s avis pava pay ‘= DURATION 0 2 4 6 8 100 ig-11 Gantt chart for the project schedule.10. RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS ‘The building information of the school was done and the dynamic usefulness of BIM was studied. The conclusion drawn is that the use of modern tools can make the planning and designing process an easy and efficient. The link of all the different kinds of details is a powerful tool for better co-ordination in the project. The use of softwares reduces a lot of man power and human errors. It should be also kept in mind that even the computer can make mistakes, the designer should analyse the outputs of the software and make sure they are correct. Time estimation is still nit a part of popular BIM softwares but as the industry develops these tools will also be available.11. REFRENCES * Holzer Dominic; Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, “ARE YOU TALKING TO ME? WHY BIM ALONE IS NOT THE ANSWER”, Association of Architecture Schools Australasia Conference 2007, URL http:// hdl.handle.net/2100/476, (Accessed on October 5, 2007). * State of BIM adoption and outlook in INDIA. (RICS: ROYAL INSTITUTION OF CHARTERD SURVEYORS, 2014). + Nanajkar_Implementing BIM at AEC Firms in India (MAY 2014).