CPD: The Power of BIM, 3D Scanning, and Drones in Transforming the Construction Industry

張貼於： 2025-11-18

Exploring Applications and Case Studies of BIM, 3D Scanning, and Drones

The construction industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the integration of cutting-edge digital technologies. In this seminar Mr Jack To will provide an in-depth exploration of three key innovations that are reshaping how projects are designed, executed, and maintained: Building Information Modelling (BIM), Drones, and 3D Scanning. This event will be conducted in Cantonese, supplemented with English slides.

CPD Details

Speaker: Mr. Jack To MHKIBIM, MHKICBIM, MbSHK Member, MHKPUAVA Member, CAD Advanced Rating, Prof Dip, Prof Cert, BA.
Date: Tuesday, 9 December 2025
Duration: 2 Hours (19:00 – 21:00)
Registration Starts: 18:30
Mode: Face-to-face at Hong Kong Office, University of the Built Environment
Fee: Free
Limited seats available. Priority will be given to current students and alumni.

Content Outline

Master three transformative technologies in Built Environment

BIM: Integrates design, construction, and facility management data
- Design collaboration platform
- Predicting design conflicts
- Budgeting and schedule simulation
3D Scanning: Accurately captures and analyses existing building conditions
- Recording existing building conditions
- Integration and analysis with BIM
- 測量學
Drones: Aerial imaging, surveying, and site monitoring
- Construction progress monitoring
- 3D Topographic mapping
- Inspection surveying

Through real project demonstrations such as CityU and Ngau Tam Mei Thai Temple, participants can discover how these tools enable the future of smart buildings.

Speaker Details

Mr. Jack To MHKIBIM, MHKICBIM, MbSHK Member, MHKPUAVA Member, CAD Advanced Rating, Prof Dip, Prof Cert, BA.

Mr. To graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from Arizona State University.

Mr. To has over 20 years of experience in architectural and construction design, covering engineering, surveying, design, and art. He is currently working at Prudential Surveyors International Limited as Head of BIM and Building Design, a BIM, building surveying and real estate consultancy firm.

He is particularly familiar with the Hong Kong and international innovative technology markets, with extensive experience in applying innovative technologies under different regional contexts. He has participated in numerous large-scale projects, including public housing, private residential estates, racecourses, bank headquarters, educational buildings, and historical monuments, applying Building Information Modelling (BIM), 3D scanning, and drone inspection technologies.

In 2016, he was involved in interior art design projects for Wynn Palace Macau, City of Dreams, and MGM Hotel.

In addition, he has more than 10 years of experience delivering professional training at various educational and professional institutions in Hong Kong.

Mr. To is a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Building Information Modelling (HKIBIM), the Hong Kong Institute of Civil and Building Information Management (HKICBIM), the Building Smart of Hong Kong (bSHK), and the Hong Kong Professional Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Association (MHKPUAVA). He also holds the Civil Aviation Department Small Unmanned Aircraft Advanced Rating.

Key Highlights

Over 20 years of experience in architectural design, covering engineering, surveying, design, and art.
Currently employed at Prudential Surveyors International Limited as Head of BIM and Building Design, a BIM, building surveying and real estate consultancy firm.
Particularly familiar with Hong Kong and international innovative technology markets, with extensive experience in applying innovative technologies.
Involved in large-scale projects including public housing, private residential estates, racecourses, bank headquarters, educational buildings, and historical monuments.
Participated in interior art design projects for Wynn Palace Macau, City of Dreams, and MGM Hotel in 2016.
More than 10 years of experience delivering professional training at educational and professional institutions in Hong Kong.

Professional Qualifications

Member of the Hong Kong Institute of Building Information Modelling (HKIBIM)
Member of the Hong Kong Institute of Civil and Building Information Management (HKICBIM)
Member of the Building Society of Hong Kong (bSHK)
Member of the Hong Kong Professional Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Association (MHKPUAVA)