Course length: 3 days.      Cost: $1095      AIA Learning Units/Hours: 24

Course Description

Learn about building information modeling and the tools for parametric MEP systems design and documentation using Autodesk Revit MEP 2010. 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. This guide offers both imperial and metric hands-on exercises representing real-world engineering design scenarios.

Course Prerequisites:

Before taking this course, students should have a working knowledge of MEP engineering principles.

Syllabus

Building Information Modeling

• Building Information Modeling

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

Defining Volumes

• Creating Spaces
• Creating Zones

Building Performance Analysis

• Building Performance Analysis
• Defining Heating and Cooling Loads
• Calculating Heating and Cooling Loads

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 Wiring

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

• Working with Titleblocks
• Working with Sheets

The Family Editor (Optional)

• Creating and Modifying Families