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Course Outline

Introduction to Power BI

  • Overview of Power BI Desktop and Service
  • Application scenarios in engineering, construction, and BIM
  • Insight into Power BI architecture

Data Retrieval and Connectivity

  • Establishing connections with multiple data sources (SQL, Excel, cloud)
  • Importing structured and semi-structured data
  • Utilizing scheduled and real-time refresh capabilities

Data Preparation and Modeling

  • Data transformation using Power Query
  • Establishing relationships between datasets
  • Constructing reusable data models

Developing Visual Reports

  • Creating dashboards featuring charts, maps, and tables
  • Implementing drill-through and filter-based interactions
  • Utilizing custom visuals and adhering to design best practices

Utilizing AI Tools for Trend Analysis

  • Engaging with Power BI AI visuals and smart narratives
  • Identifying trends and gaining time-based insights
  • Performing forecasting with integrated analytics tools

Integrating with BIM Data

  • Exporting data from BIM tools (e.g., Revit, Navisworks)
  • Formatting BIM data for compatibility with Power BI
  • Visualizing BIM-related metrics and model attributes

Publishing and Sharing

  • Publishing to the Power BI Service
  • Managing workspaces and access permissions
  • Sharing reports both internally and externally

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A foundational understanding of data structures and visualization principles
  • Prior experience with Excel or comparable tools
  • Familiarity with BIM processes is advantageous but not mandatory

Target Audience

  • Innovation and technology development managers
  • Data analysts specializing in construction or engineering data
  • BIM professionals looking to upgrade their data reporting capabilities
 21 Hours

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