REVIT ARCHITECTURE I - Introduction to Building Information Modeling

What you learn: Everyone is hearing the buzz. Come on -- be a part of what Revit Architecture is all about. Learn the many benefits of adding Revit Architecture into your professional toolbox. Learn how to save time and money by correctly using Revit Building.

Prerequisite: Fundamental working knowledge of the Windows environment, AutoCAD I, II or instructor approval. CAD drafting experience required.

Course Description: This is a hands-on introduction to Revit Architecture, on the Windows platform. Revit Architecture is the most prominent building information modeling (BIM) program designed specifically for architects and designers. The course will utilize lectures, hands-on demonstrations and lab exercises to familiarize participants with the basic concepts and tools utilized in Revit Building. The course covers topics that will reveal how the software integrates 3D modeling and 2D documentation. At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to begin productive application of Revit Architecture for simple building projects and will be qualified to enroll in Revit Architecture II - Intermediate Building Information Modeling.

Class Project: In the class, we build a "hotel-like" building -- creating an integrated model which includes plans, elevations and sections. The building includes a storefront system, and an exiting system (stairs). We create sheets which include door and room tags.

Course Topics:

Class 1
Introduction
Defining Revit as a BIM Platform
Understanding the Interface
Basic Plan Tools
Zooming and Panning
Modeling Simple Walls
Inserting Doors and Windows
Temporary Dimensions
Selecting with Tab
EQ Constraints
Filter Selection
Interference Check
2D View Types
Project Browser
Sections
Elevations
Floor Plans (Relationship to Levels)
Callouts
3D View Types
Axonometric
Perspective (Camera)
Controlling Visibility
View Properties
Visibility / Graphics
Object Styles
View Templates
Isolate Category
Importing and Manipulating AutoCAD (Vector) Files
Import/Link
Query / Delete Layers

Class 2
Introducing Datum Elements
Creating Levels
Creating Grids
2D/3D Extents
Array
Edit and Tools Toolbars
Moving and Copying Objects
Splitting Walls
Trimming and Extending
Offsetting Objects
Creating Model Groups
Groups
Mirroring Objects
Pasted Aligned in Current View

Class 3
Vertical Surfaces
Generic Walls
Compound Walls (Finish / Core)
Introduction to Materials
Edit Profile
Curtain Walls
Basic Switchback Stairs
Stair Parameters
Railing
Annotation
Text

Class 4
Leaders
Dimensioning
Locking vs. Pinning
Rooms and Room Tags
Editing Type Parameters and Creating New Types
Inserting Windows
Loading a Window Family
Editing Type Parameters
Creating a new Window Type
Horizontal Surfaces
Floors
Roof by Footprint
Roof by Extrusion


Course Projects: Hotel Module, Hotel Floor Plan, Creating Views, Furniture Layout, Multistory Building and Documenting your Project.

Grading: Class participants will receive a grade for their contributions to the class. There will be quizzes and tests to ensure that class participants fully understand the topics being presented.

Open labs: Open labs are available for use in completing homework assignments and for additional "practice time" by the class participants. There is an additional cost for using open labs. Please contact us to receive that information.