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Holt, E A, Perrenoud, A, Perkins, E and Bigelow, B F (2023) Recommendations for Recruiting and Developing Early Career Membership in Construction Associations. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 19(03), 242–58.

Keung, C C W, Yiu, T W and Feng, Z (2023) Building Information Modeling Education for Quantity Surveyors in Hong Kong: Current States, Education Gaps, and Challenges. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 19(03), 259–75.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: BIM education; quantity surveying; industry demand; multi-institution;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1557-8771
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/15578771.2022.2094508
  • Abstract:
    Rapid developments in building information modeling (BIM) are escalating the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry toward digital transformation. However, the lack of skilled BIM professionals is a critical issue slowing this transformation. Currently, few educational institutions include BIM topics in their curricula, especially those developed for quantity surveying (QS) programs. Moreover, the learning outcomes of BIM curricula may not meet the current industrial requirements. Thus, this study investigated the current states, gaps, and challenges of BIM education for QS practices in Hong Kong. This study conducted surveys to determine industrial requirements and a case study to examine the BIM curricula currently offered at Hong Kong educational institutions. The results suggest that the current BIM education for QS practices is in line with the pace of BIM development in the AEC industry. However, some advanced topics are not covered in BIM education. Additionally, the non-standardized BIM competencies to be attained by students lead to uncertainty and challenges in BIM education for quantity surveyors.

Olbina, S and Glick, S (2023) Using Integrated Hands-on and Virtual Reality (VR) or Augmented Reality (AR) Approaches in Construction Management Education. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 19(03), 341–60.

Rahat, R, Ferrer, V, Pradhananga, P and ElZomor, M (2023) A Pedagogical Paradigm to Support Infrastructure Projects through Coupling Front-End Planning Techniques with Sustainability Practices. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 19(03), 276–98.

Sauer, A and Gebken, R J (2023) Exploring Sense of Community for Underrepresented Populations within Construction Programs in ASC Regions 4 and 5. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 19(03), 321–40.

Shanika, V, Jayawickrama, T and Perera, B (2023) The Adaptability of Sustainability Education in Quantity Surveying Degree Programs in Sri Lanka: The Industry Perception. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 19(03), 299–320.