Building Information Modeling For Dummies

Appendix A

Glossary

3D model

Model in three dimensions.

4D model

Four-dimensional model (includes time schedule data).

5D model

Five-dimensional model (including time and cost data).

assembly

A physical aggregation of components.

asset

Item, thing, or entity that has potential or actual value to an organization.

asset information model (AIM)

Model containing data and information to help an organization manage its asset.

asset information requirements (AIR)

Defines the information that’s required for an asset information model.

attribute

Piece of data that defines a property or characteristic of an object, element, or file.

big data

Data that’s so large it’s difficult to handle using traditional database and software techniques and processing capacity.

BIM champion

Person responsible for encouraging and supporting others in BIM adoption and implementation.

BIM collaboration format (BCF)

An open XML file format that helps support workflow communication in a BIM process.

BIM consultant

A specific role that may focus on a particular area and works with the organization to support the successful adoption and implementation of BIM.

BIM coordinators

They lead their discipline within the project and coordinate any clash detection and any actions or outcomes that may be required.

BIM environment

Data management that integrates applications such as BIM tools and BIM platforms within an organization.

BIM execution plan (BEP)

Pre- and post-contract document prepared by suppliers setting ...