Question

In ( BIM ) Building Information Moudling, Explain the importance of commissioning to ensure that what is built matches what was intended. Provide an example type of project where commissioning might be critical and explain why it might be worth the investment. Also, provide an example of a type of project where commissioning might not be as beneficial and explain why.

(0 Points, but plausible answer required for credit) Type of project where commissioning would be critical:

i.(2 Points) Explanation as to why this is the case:

(0 Points, but plausible answer required for credit) Type of project where commissioning may not be critical or worth the investment:

i.(2 Points) Explanation as to why this is the case:

Answer 1

Type of project where commissioning would be critical:
Oil and gas plant or thermal power generation plant

Once the construction phase of plant is completed it is very important to check the output of plant according to the input provided, which is done during the commissioning phase.
If commissioning is not done, hazardous situation can be created in the plant.

Type of project where commissioning would not be critical:
Project related to construction of building or bridges

Here commissioning is not required as the project involves creation of a structure according to project plan. It is created for convenience of society and its residents. Here the output of project is comfort of the society member which is not necessary to be measured immediately through commissioning.