Christopher Brown

Dr. Christopher Brown is a Lecturer in Digital Construction and BIM at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), School of Built Environment. He specializes in integrating technology with industry practices, focusing on socio-economic and educational challenges in construction. His interdisciplinary work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing diversity, inclusivity, and equity.

Education:

• PhD in Political Economy (2024)

Research Interests:

• Political Economy of Construction Cadetships
• Work Integrated Learning (WIL) for student and industry outcomes
• 3D/4D/5D/6D BIM technologies and their applications
• Social justice in construction sector diversity

Awards:

• UTS DAB Excellence Award for Innovative Teaching (2020, 2021)
• UTS DAB Excellence Award for Impactful Engagement (2022)
• Staff Awards for Excellence: Highest Impact Public Event

Teaching & Leadership:

• Coordinates BCPM courses: Digital Design and Construction 1-3
• Industry training programs: Introduction to BIM, Navisworks, Revizto
• School of Built Environment Responsible Academic Officer (RAO)
• Indigenous Student Liaison Officer (ISLO)

Labs & Collaborations:

Key member of the UTS BIM Research Lab, leading industry-focused short courses and representing Australia as a WorldSkills Technical Expert for Digital Construction (Skill 58).