OB1 Academy is Your Global Guide to openBIM and Digital Best Practices
We offer free and low-cost training to ensure that everyone has equal access to the best resources available.
OpenBIM Leaders
Training delivered by internationally acclaimed experts who have shaped the global openBIM landscape.
Global Standards
Referencing international standards and best practices, combined with practical expertise from major international openBIM projects.
Latest Developments
Know where the industry is heading. Get insight on the latest development in technology and best-practices.
Theory-to-Practice
Benefit from the unique combination of academic methods and hands-on, practical experience to achieve measurable results.
Which course is right for you?
Whether you're just beginning your journey with BIM or already working in digital construction, we offer structured online courses to match your experience level.
⭐ For Newcomers
BIM 101
- Level: Beginner
- Target Audience: Company managers
- Format: Asynchronous, self-learning
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Certification: buildingSMART - Entry Level
- Availability: Immediate
- Cost: Free
🎯 For Beginners
BIM Basics
- Level: Beginner
- Target Audience: construction professionals (with no or little BIM experience)
- Format: Asynchronous, self-learning
- Duration: 2 hours
- Certification: OB1 certificate of completion
- Availability: February 2026
- Cost: Normally €50.00.
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Course DetailsAccelerate your career!
Join our expert-led BIM online trainings, receive personalised mentoring and gain access to exclusive OB1 learning resources and best-practice guides.
Training &
Certification
Beginner or BIM Jedi Master? OB1 offers world-class training and international certification to take you to the next level.
Coaching &
Mentoring
Our personalised mentoring program gives you expert guidance to refine your skills and accelerate your career.
Downloads & Learning Resources
Extensive learning material, best practice guides and digital tools, exclusive for our course members.
What People Are Saying
Students from around the world, and at all levels of experience, benefit from our courses.
"Since I was already knowledgeable about BIM, I was able to explore and discuss advanced concepts with a TOP expert."
David Soldevilla
Switzerland
"Thanks a lot for this great opportunity... Now I am motivated to learn even more and practice BIM at work "
Maria Zykova
Japan
"Many engineers are working in BIM, but still do not use the defined process. Thank you Mark Baldwin for improving digital design!"
Simonas Barsteiga
Lithuania
F.A.Q
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