One of Canada`s first programs to specialize in the Building Information Modeling (BIM) sector.

Learn from BIM industry professionals and apply skills to real-world scenarios
A final BIM project provides experiential learning opportunities, prepares you for the demands of the profession and allows you to network with industry professionals
Program provides skills in leading edge construction technologies

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Fall 2025

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Program Summary

Credential

Ontario College Graduate Certificate (2 Years)

Program Delivery

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Program Code

1529X01FWO

Area of Interest

Construction and Skilled Trades

School

Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence

Campus

Ottawa

Work Integrated Learning

Field Projects

The two-year Building Information Modeling - Lifecycle Management Canadian Context (BIM-LM CC), Ontario College Graduate Certificate program is designed for international students who are new to the Canadian workforce. The BIM-LM CC program is an effective way to increase your career options in the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Owner/Operator (AECOO) industry. Expand your professional skills through the application of BIM technologies, data management and processes to improve productivity and make an impact in your industry.

Buildings and infrastructure projects are becoming increasingly more complex, requiring more sophisticated tools and processes. BIM uses intelligent 3D digital representations integrated with databases to enable interdisciplinary collaboration and information management for the design, construction and operation of buildings and infrastructure. By leveraging the tools and processes of BIM, project stakeholders can design, visualize, simulate, coordinate, and manage assets creating a more efficient and sustainable project lifecycle....(read more)

Overview

One of Canada`s first programs to specialize in the Building Information Modeling (BIM) sector.

Learn from BIM professionals and apply skills to real-world scenarios. This program develops your knowledge and technical skills in BIM lifecycle practices to support productivity improvements in design, construction and facilities management. You develop BIM execution plans, enhance collaboration skills, hone technical abilities and apply BIM authoring and data capture tools and technologies. In the fourth semester an applied BIM project provides experiential learning opportunities and prepares you for the demands of the BIM profession.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

Have an interest in the social and technical aspects of the built environment.
Work well as a team member or in a leadership role.
Are comfort working with multiple computer software applications.
Can apply principles to problem-solve and find unique solutions.

Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

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Level 01

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

BIM0001

Course Name:

Introduction to Canadian Aecoo Professional Practices

Course Description:

Professional conduct contributes to the reputation of both the worker and the organization they represent. Therefore, it is crucial to under... + Read More

Hours:

42.0

Code:

BIM0002

Course Name:

Canadian Building and Construction Standards

Course Description:

Canada's building standards and materials reflect the climate, resources and local regulations being enforced. It is crucial for professiona... + Read More

Hours:

56.0

Code:

BIM0003

Course Name:

Past and Present Influences on Canadian Architecture

Course Description:

To work effectively in the Canadian AECOO industry, it is important to understand the broader contexts of how the built environment came to ... + Read More

Hours:

56.0

Code:

ENL2101

Course Name:

Applied Professional Communication

Course Description:

The application of advanced communication skills, specific to the Canadian workplace, plays a principal role in career success and in the sm... + Read More

Hours:

42.0

Code:

LFS0016

Course Name:

Professional Skills in Canada

Course Description:

In addition to technical skills, professional skills are critical for professionals to effectively adapt and contribute to highly competitiv... + Read More

Hours:

42.0

Level 02

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

BIM1011

Course Name:

Fundamental BIM Applications

Course Description:

BIM improves the quality of design, construction and the operation of buildings. Therefore, it is essential to understand BIM's capabilities... + Read More

Hours:

42.0

Code:

BIM1020

Course Name:

BIM Tools and Technology for Design

Course Description:

BIM tools and technologies and their capacities are critical to the design, execution and management of the various stages of a project life... + Read More

Hours:

56.0

Code:

BIM1030

Course Name:

Workflow and Collaboration for Design

Course Description:

Planning and communication are critical to minimizing the cultural shifts that arise with the transition to a BIM-centric environment. Stude... + Read More

Hours:

84.0

Code:

BIM1040

Course Name:

Introduction to Project Definition and Deliverables for Design

Course Description:

Successfully defining and delivering a project in BIM requires client buy-in and supporting contract language relative to its delivery metho... + Read More

Hours:

56.0

Code:

BIM1051

Course Name:

BIM Standards and Guidelines

Course Description:

Successfully defining and delivering a project in BIM requires client buy-in and supporting contract language relative to its delivery metho... + Read More

Hours:

42.0

Level 03

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

BIM2001

Course Name:

Remote Sensing Technologies for BIM

Course Description:

Remote sensing technology is becoming increasingly indispensable in the AECOO industry for the ability to accurately measure complex objects... + Read More

Hours:

42.0

Code:

BIM2011

Course Name:

Advanced BIM Applications and Innovations

Course Description:

Unique projects are advancing BIM’s capabilities through their innovative approaches and applications. Understanding how BIM is being us... + Read More

Hours:

42.0

Code:

BIM2020

Course Name:

BIM Tools and Technology for Construction and Facilities Management

Course Description:

The processes of traditional delivery methods are being transformed by the adoption of BIM and digital tools. Students develop a practical u... + Read More

Hours:

56.0

Code:

BIM2030

Course Name:

Workflow and Collaboration for Construction

Course Description:

Using BIM for construction management and facilities management requires adapting processes and defining deliverables distinct from the desi... + Read More

Hours:

84.0

Code:

BIM2040

Course Name:

Project Definition and Deliverables for Construction and Facilities Management

Course Description:

Strategic re-tooling of processes and production techniques are required for effective use of BIM to achieve production efficiencies and imp... + Read More

Hours:

56.0

Level 04

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

BIM3001

Course Name:

BIM Project Seminar

Course Description:

BIM projects require planning, collaboration and communication with various team members and stakeholders. Therefore, it is important to ens... + Read More

Hours:

56.0

Code:

BIM3060

Course Name:

BIM Applied Project

Course Description:

BIM is a complex activity requiring both technological competence and leadership skills. As such, students are engaged in a series of real-w... + Read More

Hours:

184.0

Code:

LFS0017

Course Name:

Career Development in Canada

Course Description:

Developing and managing a career in Canada requires an intentional and proactive approach. Students identify the difference between career d... + Read More

Hours:

42.0

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Careers & Pathways

Careers

Graduates of this program may work within the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Owner/Operator industry and in various levels of government, in roles such as BIM Manager, BIM Coordinator, Virtual Design and Construction Manager, and Construction Modeling Manager.

Pathways

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Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

Use Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes and technologies to optimize the design, construction and management of a building and its infrastructure.
Develop and use BIM-based information exchange procedures to ensure data interoperability and facilitate communication among project stakeholders.
Develop documentation and communication strategies to improve BIM lifecycle workflows.
Identify and mitigate potential risks related to intellectual property, contractual obligations and regulatory compliance when sharing data with project stakeholders.
Recommend and justify BIM processes and tools to support design, construction and facilities management activities to meet project goals.
Apply leadership and communication skills to support team-building, productivity and coordination of BIM lifecycle management.
Develop and apply quality assurance processes to ensure BIM project delivery and lifecycle requirements follow identified standards.
Develop and implement a BIM Execution Plan based on stipulated project requirements to guide BIM processes and deliverables.
Develop and use strategies and plans to support professional development, job performance, and working relationships in a Canadian context for the AECOO industry.
Use Canadian building standards and practices to inform BIM projects in a variety of cultural, geographical and environmental contexts.
Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment, and environmental stewardship.

Tuition & Fees

Get an idea of how much each semester will cost with our Tuition and Fee Estimator.

2024/2025 Academic Year

Tuition and related ancillary fees for this program can be viewed by using the Tuition and Fees Estimator tool at www.algonquincollege.com/fee-estimator.

Further information on fees can be found by visiting the Registrar`s Office website at www.algonquincollege.com/ro.

Fees are subject to change.

Additional program related expenses include:
One (1) course pack per class (budget approximately $50 per course).

Admissions Requirements

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Admissions Next Steps

Program Eligibility

Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma or Degree or equivalent in a related building construction industry; OR
A diploma (in a non-related building construction field) with 3 years working experience in a Building Construction industry.
These applicants will be assessed individually and will be required to complete an Eligibility Package.
Eligibility Package submission details can be found on the Algonquin College Additional Admission Requirements website: www.algonquincollege.com/packages.
Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 90, with the minimum in each component: Reading 22; Listening 22; Speaking 22; Writing 24; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 120, minimum of 120 in Literacy and no score below 105.
Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above, and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency.

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