Course Introduction
Introduction to BIM and Revit Structure: In-depth introduction to BIM and Autodesk Revit, focusing on the tools and features specific to structural design. Learn to model, analyze BIM and document building structures.
Hands-on Learning: Gain essential skills to create and modify structural elements, such as columns, grids, foundations, and reinforcement, while understanding the complete BIM workflow.
Foundation for Structural Projects: Gain the knowledge and skills needed to start structural projects, from setting up initial designs to preparing construction documents, build a solid foundation for future work in the field of structural BIM.
Course Objectives
- Understand the principles of BIM and how Autodesk Revit facilitates the creation and management of BIM.
- Navigate the Revit interface and use basic drawing and modify tools for structural elements.
- Set up and link structural projects, including CAD files and Revit models.
- Work with structural grids, columns, foundations, and framing elements.
- Create and modify structural slabs and reinforcement.
- Understand and apply structural analysis tools in Revit.
- Prepare construction documents by setting up sheets, placing views, annotating, and creating schedules.
- Develop an understanding of structural detailing, including adding detail components and creating legends.
Course Outline / Structure
- Introduction to BIM and Revit: Understand the fundamentals of BIM and explore the Revit interface and basic commands for structural projects.
- Basic Drawing and Modify Tools: Learn essential drawing tools, element editing, and basic and advanced modify tools to work efficiently in Revit.
- Structural Project Setup: Understand how to link and import CAD files, set up levels, copy elements, and manage project coordination.
- Grids and Columns: Learn how to add structural grids and place structural columns for project alignment and organization.
- Foundations: Model walls, add footings, and create isolated footings and piers to develop a solid foundation design.
- Structural Framing: Model, modify, and add structural framing elements like beams, columns, and trusses to support the structure.
- Views and Sections: Set up, duplicate, and modify views, including elevation, sections, and callouts, for better visualization of structural elements.
- Structural Slabs and Openings: Model structural slabs, create shaft openings, and ensure proper integration with other building elements.
- Reinforcement: Learn to add and modify rebar, reinforcing walls, floors, and slabs to enhance the structural integrity of designs.
- Construction Documentation: Create detailed construction sheets, add annotations, dimensions, tags, and produce accurate schedules for project documentation.
Who This Course Is For
Recommended for professionals who need to create, modify, update, and manage BIM models, as well as produce documentation from BIM model such as
- Structural Engineers and Designers
- Anyone trainsitioning to BIM including CAD Drafter and BIM Modeller
- BIM Coordinator and BIM Manager
- Construction Professionals
- Construction and Project Coordinators
- Self-Learners, Students and Career Changers
- Real Estate Developers and Consultants
Requirements / Level
This course is specifically designed for individuals with no prior or minimal experience in Revit®, as well as professionals with a background in CAD, looking to expand their skills in Revit® and BIM workflows. While the course is accessible to beginners, having some foundational knowledge of structural design concepts would enhance the learning experience.
Assessment & Award
Participants who meet the attendance requirement will be awarded an Autodesk Certificate of Completion.
