1.1 Definitions
Below are a few acronyms used regularly while working with the BIM method:
| Acronym | Term | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| BIM | Building information modeling | Working method |
| IFC | Industry Foundation Classes | Transports data / schema |
| BCF | BIM Collaboration Format | Coordination of model-based issues |
| bsDD | buildingSmart Data Dictionary | Hosts classifications and properties in a database |
| IDM | Information Delivery Manual | Describes processes |
| MVD | Model View Definition | Translates processes into software technical requirements |
| LOG | Level of Geometry | Geometric requirements level |
| LAW | Level of Information | Alphanumeric requirement level |
| LOIN | Level of Information Needed | Information requirement (Request) |
| Pset | Property Set | Container for information units |
| BEP | BIM execution plan | Guideline document that defines the basis for BIM-based collaboration |
| GUID | Globally Unique Identifier | Unique and non-editable 128-bit identification number |
Terminology:
You can find further terms on the subject of BIM in the glossary from buildingSMART international.
buildingSMART is an international organization which aims to improve the exchange of information between software applications used in the construction industry. It has developed Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) as a neutral and open specification for Building Information Models (BIM)