Teaching Effect Analysis of the ‘Prefabricated Concrete Structure’ Course Based on Building Information Modeling

Abstract

The prefabricated building course is a highly theoretical and practical specialized course with strong professionalism and extensive teaching contents. The teaching of prefabricated concrete structures is a significant link in prefabricated building construction and an important direction of cultivating talents applied to prefabricated building construction. Previous teaching features single teaching models, focuses on teaching materials, and highlights theoretical teaching, resulting in students’ low learning initiatives and poor practical ability. In order to improve the teaching effect and students' practical ability, Building Information Modeling (BIM) simulation technology was integrated into the teaching and practice of the prefabricated building courses. Then, the three-stage (guidance of real-scene cases, practical operation based on division of project work, and drawing cross-review) course teaching approach was proposed. With the construction of a prefabricated concrete structure in Hefei Metro of China as an example, students were asked to perform component modeling, assembly, and construction simulation via BIM. Results show that the teaching contents are completed, and the teaching effect is evidently strengthened. Students’ abilities to understand, analyze and practice actual engineering problems are evidently improved, and their problem-solving and practical ability in the aspect of prefabricated buildings is cultivated.