Elijah, O O and Oluwasuji, D J (2019) An evaluation of training needs of the Nigerian construction professionals in adopting building information modelling. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 24(2), pp. 63-81. ISSN 1823-6499
Abstract
The use of Building Information Modelling (BIM), for construction processes, is on the increase across the globe. This paper aims at exploring the training needs of the Nigerian construction professionals in the adoption of BIM. The study was carried out through a qualitative research design and a structure questionnaire survey administered on selected construction professionals in Nigeria. A total of 285 questionnaires were distributed among the sampled respondents out of which a total of 212 (74.39%) valid responses were received. The data generated were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results revealed computing skill, cost modelling skill, computer aided design skill, construction technology skill, coordination skill as the most essential skills required for the adoption of BIM. On training method appropriate for BIM adoption, the results showed that organising regular workshop and attending related conferences on BIM, on job training/project-based training, including BIM training in firm's syllabus and hiring a BIM specialist for staff training as the most significant. Furthermore, internet connectivity, integrated computer systems and availability of BIM software were significant facility requirements in adopting BIM. The study provides information on the actual training needs and facilities required as potential for BIM adoption among construction professionals in Nigeria.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | building information modelling; construction professionals; facilities; skills; training needs |
| Index terms: | building information modelling, training need, workshop, conference, Nigeria, construction professional, statistics, modelling, internet, construction technology, coordination, connectivity, computer system, survey, qualitative research, construction process, computer aided design, questionnaire, computing |
| Subjects: | networking, building construction, information systems, management, educational resources, Geography, professional development, analytical methods, research dissemination and communication, computational design, data collection methods, construction type, digital engineering, mathematical modelling, research design and methodology, computing systems |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Geographical Context, Information Management, Engineering Principles, Construction Technology, Digital Applications, Education, Organizational Design, Site Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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