TY - BOOK AU - Kymmell,Willem TI - Building information modeling: planning and managing construction projects with 4D CAD and simulations T2 - McGraw-Hill construction series SN - 0071494537 AV - TH437 .K96 2008 U1 - 692 22 PY - 2008///] CY - New York PB - McGraw-Hill KW - Building information modeling KW - Buildings KW - Computer-aided design KW - Building KW - Computer simulation KW - Superintendence KW - Data processing KW - Construction industry KW - Information resources management N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; 1; Background --; 2; Building Information Modeling --; 3; Software Tools --; 4; Learning BIM --; 5; Case Studies N2 - "Building Information Modeling (BIM) integrates 3D drawings and 4D animations to improve the communication, coordination, and planning of construction projects, while reducing risks, errors, and costs. This book is an in-depth resource that shows you how to capitalize on BIM concepts, tools and techniques for your own building projects."--BOOK JACKET UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0826/2008005196-b.html ER -