Investigating the barriers of Building Information Modelling (BIM) implementation in the higher education in Morocco

Abdussalam Shibani, Khaled Abu Awwad, Michel Ghostin, Kalim Siddiqui, Firdaouss Sidqui

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Abstract

The implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) has significantly increased in the last few years in Morocco. However, it has been noticed from the literature that construction companies in Morocco face barriers which limit the full implementation of this technology. One of these barriers has been identified to be the lack of BIM courses within the higher education system, since is essential for AEC students to get a clear and deep understanding of this process and technology in order to meet the industry's requirements. Currently, there is an increasing request to embrace BIM within the educational system in Morocco either for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in order to supply students with the required knowledge and skills to be able to work within a BIM environment. Therefore, the aim of this research is to explore the status of BIM in the Moroccan higher education and to identify the main barriers which limit its implementation in the Moroccan higher education. To achieve the aim of this research, a mixed method approach has been adopted. Furthermore, the researchers highlights some recommendations which will aid the implementation of BIM within the higher education system in Morocco.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management
PublisherIEOM Society
Pages471-480
Number of pages10
EditionMarch
ISBN (Print)9781532359491, 9781532359514, 9781532359521
Publication statusPublished - Mar 2020
Event10th Annual International IEOM Conference - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Duration: 10 Mar 202012 Mar 2020
Conference number: 10

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management
PublisherIEOM Society
ISSN (Electronic)2169-8767

Conference

Conference10th Annual International IEOM Conference
Abbreviated titleIEOM 2020
Country/TerritoryUnited Arab Emirates
CityDubai
Period10/03/2012/03/20

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