Course details

Implementation of BIM in the construction industry has become of paramount importance as BIM applications become mainstream worldwide.  In the UK it will be mandatory that all public sector projects of more than £ 4M use BIM from 2016. The BIM authorising tool Revit (Architecture, Structural and MEP) is becoming the standard software used worldwide.  This course aims to enable the learner to present 2D and 3D drawings proficiently and to introduce the learner to 3D building modelling, visualization and BIM functionality such as scheduling and documenting a project.  It will develop the leaner's skills in Revit Architecture and BIM workflow and collaboration and will serve to up-skill professionals in the construction industry in the use of BIM and Revit.

Minimum Entry Requirements

  • A knowledge of construction technology, basic building services and a working knowledge of CAD (typically AutoCAD) is desirable.

Proposed Modules

  • Introduction to BIM for Architectural  Drawing
  •  Introduction to BIM for Building Services Engineers 
  •  Intermediate BIM (Revit

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this programme learners will have the ability to:

  • Understand the BIM workflow methodology and project collaboration.
  • Prepare, render and present a 3D model of a building.
  • Produce, present and annotate 2D drawings from a 3D Revit model.
  • Produce a portfolio of drawings using Revit.
  • Create presentation graphics and renderings.
  • Produce a schedule.
  • Modify system and project settings.
  • Create project datums, use massing tools and add building elements.
  • Export the 3D building model to third party software.
  • Document and present a project model created.
Updated on 09 November, 2017

About Letterkenny Institute of Technology

LYIT is a lively and inspirational place that attracts a creative mix of 3,000 students both from the local area and from 31 different countries.  This gives us a vibrant array of cultures and activities on campus and a friendly, supportive and relaxed atmosphere where students and staff work closely together.

their modern integrated campuses in Letterkenny and Killybegs enctheirage strong academic learning and career-focused practical experience.  they have excellent facilities in all departments, such as a suite of graphic design studios, state-of-the-art nursing restheirces, special purpose laboratories, training kitchens and restaurant, and an on-campus business development centre, CoLab, to support spin-off enterprises.  their multi-purpose centre, An Dánlann, houses their excellent sport and recreational facilities in addition to their medical centre, counselling service, careers office and chaplaincies.

they are deeply committed to the people in their region.  Part of their mission is to help raise the economic prospects of the young people who study with us and by doing so, the prosperity of the wider communities into which they will graduate.  That’s why every ctheirse they offer teaches the latest knowledge and skills that employers demand.  As part of this, they are involved in many cross-border programmes and are currently fostering a strategic alliance with the University of Ulster.

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