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072-0101-00L 1 Credits WBZ , NDS D-ARCH
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Module 1: Foundations of Digitalisation

Modul 1: Grundlagen der Digitalisierung

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Sacha Menz, Axel Paulus
Only for CAS ARC in Digital and MAS in Architecture, Real Estate, Construction.
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:01:43

Abstract

Key terms: Digital transformation is more than digitisation of existing processes and information

Objective

Independently of the building industry, Module 1 initially provides information about the characteristics of digitalisation through its principles and rules, enabling the participants to independently recognise the short-term and long-term changes that are resulting from it.

Content

The first module addresses the topic of digitalisation and digital transformation in a holistic sense. It is much more than converting documents into PDFs or using software. It is about transforming processes, resources and information into a consistent and efficient digital system to make life easier for employees and customers. This journey always involves change. From the perspective of other industries, we first build up a basic understanding and discuss the opportunities and risks. How do the experiences of other industries help us? What can be derived from them? Why is BIM only a small part and why is the future of BIM not BIM?

Resources

Lecture Notes

Scripts, documents, studies, dates and addresses are stored on the server of the program and accessible to students on the Miro Board.

Literature

Literature recommendations at www.bauprozess.arch.ethz.ch and www.kompetenz.arch.ethz.ch

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
German
Levels
WBZ , NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Modul 1: Grundlagen der Digitalisierung
  • Fri 12:45-18:30 (HIB E 33)
  • Sat 08:50-12:30 (HIB E 33)
25 h semesterly

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