Autodesk Revit MEP 2014 Essentials

Course details

Learn about Building Information Modelling and the tools for parametric MEP systems design and documentation using Autodesk Revit® MEP 2014. Begin the three-day guide by learning the fundamental features of Autodesk Revit MEP, then progressing through schematic design, system analysis and construction documentation, and finishing with design visualization.

OBJECTIVES:

To teach users the concepts of Building Information Modelling and introduces the tools for parametric engineering design and documentation using Autodesk Revit MEP 2014. Users should be able to complete their first Autodesk Revit MEP project after completing this class.

COURSE OUTLINE:

Day 1

Building Information Modelling

• Building Information Modelling for MEP Engineering

Revit MEP Basics

• Exploring the User Interface
• Working with Revit Elements and Families

Viewing the Model

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

Starting a New Project

• Setting Up Projects
• Linking Revit Models
• Sharing Projects Using Worksets
• Defining Discipline Settings
• Importing and Editing DWG Details

Day 2

Defining Volumes

• Creating Spaces
• Creating Zones

Building Performance Analysis

• Building Performance Analysis
• Defining Heat and Cooling Loads
• Calculating Heating and Cooling Loads
• Exporting to gbXML

HVAC Systems

• Creating HVAC Systems
• Generating HVAC System Layouts
• Creating and Modifying Ductwork

Piping Systems

• Creating System Piping

Plumbing Systems

• Creating Plumbing Systems

Fire Protection Systems

• Creating Fire Protection Systems

Electrical Systems

• Creating Electrical Circuits
• Creating Switch Systems
• Creating Wiring

Day 3

Working with Architects and Engineers

• Monitoring Changes in Linked Files
• Checking and Fixing Interference Conditions

Detailing and Drafting

• Creating Callout Views
• Working with Detail Views
• Working with Drafting Views

Annotations and Schedules

• Working with Text and Tags
• Working with Dimensions
• Creating Legends
• Working with Schedules

Construction Documentation

• Creating Sheets and Title Blocks
• Printing Sheets

The Family Editor

• Creating and Modifying Component Families

PREREQUISITES:

No previous CAD experience is necessary..