Autodesk Revit Structure 2014

Course details

Users are introduced to the concepts of Building Information Modeling and the tools for parametric design, analysis, and documentation. They learn the fundamental features of Autodesk Revit Structure, learn to use the 3D parametric design tools for creating and analysing a project, and finish with construction documentation and design visualisation

OBJECTIVES:

To teach users the concepts of Building Information Modeling and introduce the tools for parametric design, analysis, and documentation using Autodesk Revit Structure. Users will be able to complete their first Autodesk Revit Structure project after completing this class.

COURSE OUTLINE:

Building Information Modeling

• Building Information Modeling for Structural

Revit Structure Basics

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

Viewing the Structural Model

• Working with Views
• Controlling Object Visibility
• Working with Elevation and Section Views
• Working with 3D Views
• View specific overrides
• Project-wide settings

Starting a New Project

• Starting a Project
• Adding and Modifying Levels
• Creating and Modifying Grids

Creating Structural Columns and Walls

• Working with Structural Columns
• Placing Slanted Structural Columns
• Drawing and Modifying Walls

Creating Frames

• Adding Floor Framing
• Working with Beams and Beam Systems
• Working with Structural Steel
• Working with Concrete Beams

Creating Floors and Roofs

• Adding Floors and slab edges
• Creating Roofs and Adding Structural Framing

Creating Foundations

• Adding Foundations
• Ground Beams
• Step and Spread Footings
• Piers and Pilasters
• Structural Slabs

Stairs and Ramps

• Creating Stairs
• Creating Ramps

Creating Plan Annotations and Schedules

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

Creating Detailing

• Working with Detail Views
• Adding Concrete Reinforcement
• Working with Drafting Views
• Working with CAD Details
• Introduction to Detail Component Libraries

Creating Construction Documentation

• Working with Sheets and Titleblocks
• Printing Sheets
• Exporting Content to CAD Formats

Basic Collaboration

• Model Management
• Project Team Collaboration Techniques

Principles of Family Editing

• The Basic Process