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Entry Year

26/01/2026

Location

Online only - fully delivered online

Duration

16 Weeks (Part-Time)

Course Code

P00608-AC
Overview
Level 3 AwardBuilding Information Modelling (BIM)
Online only - fully delivered online
Part-Time
Further Education
Start Date: 26/01/2026
End Date: 22/06/2026

Qualifications

OCN NI level 3 Award in Building Information Modelling (603/3299/2)
Day of week: Monday
Times: 18:00 - 22:00

Overview

Subject to funding approval

The OCN NI Level 3 Award in Building Information Modelling (BIM) qualification has been designed to provide the learner with a working understanding in the practice of 3D modelling for building information modelling in the construction sector. 

To achieve the Award we are currently offering the Unit 3D Architectural Modelling (BIM). 

This unit will enable the learner to develop the fundamental skills for three dimensional (3D) architectural Building Information Modelling (BIM) using industry standard software.  Assessment of the course will be by completion of modelling tasks and activities.

Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for these qualifications, however an understanding and appreciation of the construction sector would be beneficial including construction techniques, reading construction plans/drawings, and project management and delivery.

Learners must be at least 16 years of age to take these qualifications.

Fees

This course is part funded through the Skills Up programme.  Skill Up is a skills development programme funded by the Department for the Economy (DfE) and delivered across Northern Ireland by the six FE colleges.

Skill Up aims to support, promote and facilitate collaborative working between business and FE colleges, in order to provide tailored skills provision to small to medium enterprises with fewer than 250 employees.

The purpose of Skill Up is to meet business needs by increasing the skills levels and employability of the existing workforce to qualification level 2 and above.

For further information on funding eligibility, please contact our Business Development Department at businessdevelopment@belfastmet.ac.uk

If you are not eligible for Skill Up funding you may still complete the course and fees can be provided.

Assessment

Courses will be delivered online and learners must have access to a computer or laptop and the internet. 

Assessment involves completion of a range of online tasks, production of models and information with written responses to questions, to produce evidence to meet the required skills and outcomes.

The course is delivered in English.

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Careers

The Level 3 Award will enable the learner to progress to the Level 3 Certificate. The Level 3 Certificate will provide the learner with further skills in the application of BIM principles, objects and management which will enhance employment opportunities.

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Contact us

For further information on funding eligibility, please contact businessdevelopment@belfastmet.ac.uk

or

Tel: 028 9026 5426 or Email: ScienceEngConstruction@belfastmet.ac.uk