Agenda

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Monday, May 11, 2026
8:30 am – 4:30 pm CDT


Agenda:
Presented by Mark Gibbons

Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling

  • What BIM is (and what it is not)
  • The role of BIM across planning, design, engineering, and construction
  • Understanding models, families/objects, and data-rich elements
  • Levels of Development (LOD) and why they matter to all disciplines
  • BIM execution plans (BEPs) and project-wide collaboration requirements

BIM Standards, File Management, and Interoperability

  • National and international BIM standards
  • Model coordination file structures and shared parameters
  • OpenBIM, IFC formats, and cross-platform interoperability
  • Model version control, naming conventions, and file-transfer best practices
  • Managing large model datasets and cloud collaboration environments

Legal, Contractual, and Professional Practice Considerations in BIM

  • Ownership of the model and intellectual property issues
  • Liability, accuracy expectations, and reliance on BIM data
  • Model sharing agreements and risk management
  • Ethical and professional conduct considerations
  • Future BIM trends affecting design and construction practice

BIM for Analysis, Simulation, and Design Optimization

  • Structural analysis integration
  • MEP and energy modeling considerations
  • Daylighting, solar studies, site grading, and drainage modeling
  • Clash detection vs. “soft” coordination issues (clearances, maintainability, access)
  • Using BIM to improve sustainability and performance outcomes

BIM for Multidisciplinary Coordination and Clash Detection

  • Model federation: combining architectural, structural, MEP, site/civil, and landscape models
  • Identifying geometric, system, and construction conflicts
  • Coordination cycles: responsibilities, reporting, and resolving clashes
  • Design phase vs. preconstruction phase model coordination
  • Common failure points and lessons learned from BIM coordination issues

BIM in Construction Planning and Field Management

  • 4D scheduling and phasing models
  • Model-based quantity takeoffs (QTO) and cost estimating (5D BIM)
  • Temporary structures, logistics planning, and construction sequencing
  • Using BIM for shop drawings, submittals, and fabrication workflows
  • Field verification and reality capture (drones, laser scanning, photogrammetry)

Model Handoff, Digital Twins, and Facility Management (FM) Integration

  • Delivering models at project closeout
  • As-built modeling and record-model requirements
  • Introduction to Digital Twins for long-term building operations
  • Data standards for owners: COBie, asset tagging, barcoding/RFID
  • Supporting maintenance, future renovations, and lifecycle asset management

 

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Credits

Engineers
6.5 PDHs*

Architects
6.5 CE Hours*

AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.5 Elective LUs

ICC - International Code Council
0.65 CEUs (Administration)

 

Continuing Education Information

This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.5 PDHs for professional engineers and 6.5 continuing education hours for licensed architects in all states that allow non-HSW coursework and this learning method. *This course is not approved for credit in New York. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.

HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, and New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300).

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.5 Elective LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.

The International Code Council has approved this event for .65 CEUs in the specialty area of Administration (Preferred Provider No. 1232).

Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).

*On-Demand Credits*

The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format is not pre-approved by any licensing boards and may not qualify for the same credits; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:

2.0 Elective LUs (AIA)

Speakers

Mark Gibbons

Principal/BIM Director at Precision Design Group, LLC in Farmington, UT

Over the past twenty-five years, Mr. Gibbons has gained vast experience in architecture through designing, developing construction documents, construction administration and working with clients, consultants & contractors through all aspects of a project’s life cycle. He has worked on projects big and small, and has gained experience in small business ownership through developing his own consulting business in both architectural and technological services, specifically in BIM and Revit. Mr. Gibbons has been in project management for over fifteen years, and this experience provides him with crucial input regarding BIM-related development and procedures. As a BIM manager, he works with company leadership to provide support, training, and assistance for staff, consultants and clients to maximize the development of all projects. Mr. Gibbons has consulted and led BIM/Revit efforts of various architecture and engineering firms throughout Michigan, Ohio, California, and Utah. He has a bachelor’s degree in architecture from the University of Michigan where he went on to initiate and teach the Revit and BIM classes for both students and faculty there. His experience gives him a rounded approach to the best practices in assisting firms work with their clients while also helping projects reach their fullest potential. Personally, every chance he gets, you’ll find Mark working on a home improvement project, helping a friend build their house, or out in his workshop building.

AIA Info

AIA Provider Statement: 

HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). 

This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. 

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. 

Course Title:  Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Design and Construction Professionals

Delivery Method: Live Online 

Course Description: This 6.5-hour course provides a practical, end-to-end overview of how Building Information Modeling (BIM) is used across planning, design, engineering, and construction. The course explains BIM standards, coordination workflows, legal and contractual considerations, analysis and simulation uses, construction planning, and model handoff, with a focus on how BIM supports collaboration, risk management, and long-term building performance.

Learning Objectives: 

Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to explain the role of BIM across planning, design, engineering, and construction, including Levels of Development (LOD), BIM execution plans, and data-rich modeling concepts.

Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to apply BIM standards, file management practices, and interoperability workflows to support multidisciplinary coordination and model sharing.

Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to evaluate how BIM is used for analysis, simulation, clash detection, and design optimization, including structural, MEP, energy, and site modeling applications.

Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to utilize BIM for construction planning, quantity takeoffs, scheduling, and model handoff, including understanding digital twins and facility management integration.

LUs: Pending

LU Type: LU|Elective 

Prerequisites:  None

Advance Preparation: None 

Program Level: Intermediate 

Course Expiration Date:  02/02/2026

Complaint Resolution Policy: 

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.