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Training on Virtual Reality (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) for BIM

Transform BIM with VR and AR. Learn immersive visualization, site-based AR, and interactive BIM model creation to elevate construction planning and client engagement.  

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

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Overview

About this programme

This 5-day course explores the integration of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) into Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows to enhance project visualization, stakeholder engagement, and on-site decision-making. Participants will learn how to create immersive visualization for construction, use AR tools for site coordination, and deliver impactful client presentations through interactive and real-time BIM environments. This hands-on training prepares professionals to deliver cutting-edge experiences in design, planning, and construction processes.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • BIM Managers and Coordinators

  • Architects and Designers

  • Construction Project Managers

  • Engineers and Consultants

  • Client Engagement and Marketing Teams

  • Innovation and Digital Transformation Leads

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Build interactive BIM models for stakeholders using VR/AR platforms

  • Conduct real-time VR project walkthroughs for client engagement

  • Apply AR in construction site management to improve field operations

  • Use VR for enhancing client presentations and stakeholder communication

  • Integrate VR/AR workflows into project lifecycle phases for better outcomes

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Fundamentals of VR & AR in BIM

  • Definitions, differences, and technologies

  • Immersive visualization for construction: benefits and challenges

  • Hardware and software ecosystem overview (headsets, mobile AR, platforms)

Module 2: Creating and Navigating BIM-Based VR Environments

  • Exporting BIM models into VR engines (Enscape, Twinmotion, Unity)

  • Using VR for project walkthroughs and spatial coordination

  • Live updates and cloud-based collaboration tools

Module 3: Augmented Reality for Field and Construction Use

  • AR platforms for site layout, clash detection, and real-time overlays

  • AR in construction site management” and installation verification

  • Mobile AR apps (Hololens, Trimble SiteVision, Fologram)

Module 4: Client and Stakeholder Engagement Using VR/AR

  • Enhancing client presentations with VR/AR

  • Immersive model reviews for design approval

  • Customizing interactive content and storytelling techniques

Module 5: Implementation, ROI, and Future Trends

  • Integrating VR/AR into BIM workflows

  • Evaluating ROI and overcoming adoption barriers

  • Future trends: mixed reality, AI-enhanced models, remote collaboration

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

  • Improved collaboration and stakeholder engagement through immersive project experiences.

  • Reduced design errors and construction risks with real-time visualization and AR-based coordination.

  • Enhanced competitiveness by adopting cutting-edge digital technologies.

  • Stronger client relationships through interactive and engaging project presentations.

Personal Impact

  • Specialized skills in VR/AR applications for BIM workflows.

  • Ability to deliver innovative solutions for design, planning, and construction.

  • Career advancement into digital innovation, BIM coordination, and project leadership roles.

  • Confidence to lead VR/AR adoption and drive digital transformation in projects.

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.

The goal is to teach you how to use VR and AR for immersive BIM visualization. You'll learn to walk through a project virtually and overlay digital models onto the real world.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Virtual Reality (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) for BIM in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.

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