Revit Architecture Essentials

Delegates are introduced to the concepts of Building Information Modeling and the tools for parametric design and documentation.

Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm Demonstration & Practical Exercises

Syllabus:

Building Information Modeling

• Building Information Modeling

Revit Architecture Basics

• Exploring the User Interface
• Working with Revit Elements and Families
• Starting a Project

Starting a Design

• Creating a Basic Floor Plan
• Creating and Modifying Levels
• Working with Grids

The Basics of the Building Model

• Adding and Modifying Walls
• Working with Compound Walls
• Working with Vertically Compound Walls
• Using Editing Commands to Add Walls
• Adding and Modifying Doors
• Adding and Modifying Windows

Loading Additional Building Components

• Adding and Modifying Component Families

Viewing the Building Model

• Managing Views
• Controlling Object Visibility
• Creating and Modifying Section and Elevation Views
• Creating and Modifying 3D Views

Using Dimensions and Constraints

• Working and Dimensions
• Applying and Removing Constraints

Developing the Building Model

• Creating and Modifying Floors
• Adding and Modifying Ceilings
• Adding and Modifying Roofs
• Adding Curtain Walls
• Creating Stairs & Railings

Detailing and Drafting

• Creating Callout Views
• Working with Text and Tags
• Working with Detailed Views
• Working with Drafting Views

Construction Documentation

• Creating and Modifying Schedules
• Creating Rooms and Room Schedules
• Creating Legends and Keynotes

Presenting the Building Model

• Working with Drawing and Printing Sheets
• Managing Revisions
• Working with Titleblocks
• Creating Renderings
• Using Sun and Shadow Settings
• Using Walkthrough Technique