Computer-assisted Drafting

This course is an introduction to building information modeling (bim) and covers the basics of the autodesk revit platform. Students will be introduced to principles of revit and working with a fully parametric building modeler through demonstration and hands-on experience in a computer lab. 

Upon completion of this course students will be able to:

• Understand the purpose of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and its applications.
• Navigate the Autodesk Revit workspace and interface.
• Work with the basic drawing and editing tools.
• Add building components and systems to a model.
• Create construction documents for plotting with text, dimensions, details, tags, and schedules.
• Be comfortable opening, editing, and collaborating with BIM Models.

Prerequisite: 

• Knowledge of architectural construction terminology and basic drafting practices.

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