Digital Twins: the coming future for infrastructure and cities (DIGITWINS4CIUE)

"Digital Twins: the coming future for infrastructure and cities" is a massive open online course, developed by EUCEDIC, the European Center Of Excellence in Digitalization of Infrastructures and Cities in the context of the Digital Twins for Complex Infrastructures and Urban Ecosystems (DIGITWINS4CIUE) project.  

About this course 

This MOOC introduces learners to the transformative potential of Digital Twins in infrastructure and urban environments. It covers the integration of BIM, IoT, AI, and Cloud Computing, enabling optimised planning, management, and maintenance of assets. The course combines theoretical foundations with real-world implementation cases, making it accessible to engineers, urban planners, project managers, and digital professionals seeking to upskill in emerging technologies. 

Key topics and themes include: BIM and digital models, Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud computing and others. The MOOC includes a range of practical, real-world case studies. 

Course modules 

The MOOC is structured across 6 modules: 

1. Introduction
2. Digital Models & BIM
3. Digital Twin of the built environment
4. Internet of Things
5. AI & Reality Capture
6. Cloud Computing 

Learning outcomes 

By the end of this course, you will: 

• Understand the concept and impact of Digital Twins
• Analyse the role of BIM
• Explore IoT, AI, and reality capture integration
• Apply knowledge to real-world cases