Geprüfter Berufsspezialist für Building Information Modeling (BIM) im Handwerk/Geprüfte Berufsspezialistin für Building Information Modeling (BIM) im Handwerk

Preparatory courses for the examination take place at educational centers of chambers of crafts. For combined learning forms (e.g., blended learning), learning locations include: training rooms for in-person events, home for online learning units.

Occupation type: Advanced training occupation, Specialist. Type of advanced training: Advanced training examination according to the regulations of the chambers of crafts. Participation in preparatory courses is not required. Duration of advanced training: Approx. 8 months (part-time). Tasks and activities: Building Information Modeling (BIM) specialists participate in the application of BIM in their companies. With this planning tool, they record and visualize data and information for construction projects, allowing all stakeholders to access and supplement their plans and data. This enables, for example, early detection or avoidance of problems and faulty planning. Building Information Modeling (BIM) specialists oversee the introduction of BIM in their companies, advise management if necessary, and guide colleagues in its application. They plan construction projects or supervise the execution of BIM projects and manage teams. Depending on their area of deployment, they work.

Part-time: approx. 8 months.

Distribution of hours (example): Module 1: BIM - Building Information Modeling in Crafts: 150 hours. Module 2: Construction Project Management and Leadership: 150 hours. Total hours: 300 hours.

Course fees apply for attending preparatory courses, and examination fees for the examination itself. Additional costs may arise, for example, for work materials, travel to the training facility, or external accommodation. Funding opportunities: Preparatory courses for the advanced training examination can be financially supported according to the Advanced Training Assistance Act (Aufstiegsfortbildungsförderungsgesetz). Further information: Aufstiegs-BAföG - Advancement with Funding. Funding for particularly gifted young professionals: Foundation for the Promotion of Talented Vocational Education (Stiftung Begabtenförderung berufliche Bildung (SBB)) - Advanced Training Scholarship.

BIM - Building Information Modeling in Crafts: BIM method: Fundamentals, added value, and challenges for use in crafts. Application cases of the BIM method, standards, guidelines, and legal aspects. Software tools, BIM-relevant data formats, data and information transfer, data protection and data security, technologies for recording and visualization. Possibilities of building simulation and representation through BIM. BIM for cross-trade planning of construction projects and coordination of project participants. Construction Project Management and Leadership: Project management: Fundamentals, methods, digital tools. Project preparation and planning, tendering, awarding, billing. Managing execution: Monitoring project progress, maintaining and adapting the project schedule, resource planning, managing collaboration, documentation, quality and defect management. Planning and executing project acceptance and handover. Team leadership, team-building processes, motivating and promoting employees, communication.

In-depth knowledge in the following areas is a good prerequisite for successfully passing this advanced training examination: Information technology (e.g., to plan and execute construction projects using the BIM method), organization (e.g., to lead construction projects and manage the cooperation of project participants), and law (e.g., to process construction projects).

The advanced training consists of theoretical and practical lessons. Depending on the education provider, one should be prepared for the following conditions: Teaching hours are usually part-time in the evenings. In combined learning forms (e.g., blended learning), there are in-person classes in a classroom setting at the educational institution and self-directed learning from home via electronic learning platforms and systems.

Participation in preparatory courses is not remunerated.

The following advanced training alternatives are available for the profession of Building Information Modeling (BIM) Specialist: Bachelor Professional for Energy Efficiency and Digital Construction Project Management (in the field of Architecture and Construction Technology), State-Certified Business Manager (Specialization in Construction and Wood Technology), State-Certified Foreman (Building Construction), State-Certified Foreman (Civil Engineering), State-Certified Technician (Specialization in Construction Technology - Interior Finishing/Bachelor Professional in Technology), State-Certified Technician (Specialization in Construction Technology - Building Renovation/Building Refurbishment/Bachelor Professional in Technology), State-Certified Technician (Specialization in Construction Technology - Building Construction/Bachelor Professional in Technology), State-Certified Technician (Specialization in Construction Technology - General/Bachelor Professional in Technology).

In 2020, the Vocational Training Act (BBiG) and the Crafts Code (HWO) were amended, introducing the advanced training qualifications 'Certified Professional Specialist', 'Bachelor Professional', and 'Master Professional' to emphasize the equivalence of vocational and academic education. The use of professional titles depends on the enactment of corresponding new advanced training regulations. In 2024, the Vocational Training Validation and Digitalization Act came into force with adjustments to the BBiG and HWO, including the introduction of an assessment and certification procedure (vocational validation) of individual professional competence based on the standard of a recognized training occupation, independent of a formal vocational training qualification. Additionally, the HWK Niederbayern-Oberpfalz issued special legal regulations for the examination to become a Certified Professional Specialist for Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Crafts.

Exemption from examination parts is possible. Individuals who have successfully completed another comparable examination with the same requirements within the last 10 years can generally be exempted from individual examination performances.

Qualification Title: Certified Specialist for Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Crafts / Certified Specialist for Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Crafts (female)

A Specialist for Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a professional advanced training (Weiterbildung). The examination is regulated according to the legal provisions of the respective Chambers of Crafts (Handwerkskammer). It is not required to attend a course to be admitted to the examination.

After their advanced training, Specialists for Building Information Modeling (BIM) can find suitable employment in construction companies, building technology firms, or architectural and engineering offices. Continuous adaptation training (Anpassungsweiterbildung) helps keep professional knowledge current, up-to-date, and expanded. The range of topics covers everything from construction project management to construction law. Further career advancement (Aufstiegsweiterbildung), building on existing qualifications, can expand and complement one's competence profile. It is a natural progression to complete advanced training as a technician in civil engineering. With their advanced training qualification, Specialists for Building Information Modeling (BIM) can gain access to a Studium (university degree program) even without a general university entrance qualification from school, and for example, obtain a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.

For the examination, the responsible Chambers of Crafts (Handwerkskammer) issue examination regulations, e.g.: Special legal provisions for the advanced training examination for 'Certified Specialist for Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Crafts (HWK Niederbayern-Oberpfalz)' from 16.10./11.11.2023 (HWK Niederbayern-Oberpfalz). Overview of the responsible Chambers of Crafts: Certified Specialist for Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Crafts, regulations of the responsible bodies for professional advanced training.

The prerequisite for admission to the advanced training examination is usually: a completed Ausbildung (vocational training) in a 3- or 3.5-year profession in the construction, finishing, metal, heating installation, chimney sweeping, electrical engineering, or roller shutter and sun protection technician trades, or 90 credit points in an engineering Studium (university degree program) in civil engineering or electrical engineering and at least 2 years of professional experience.