Module 1: Considering Options and Alternatives

• Design option terminology and workflows
• Utilising design option sets
• Considerations when using design options
• Design sets and incorporating design options

 Module 2: Construction Sequencing (Phasing)

• Project phasing, properties and creation
• Phase filters and graphic overrides
• Combining phases, infill and the demolition of elements

Module 3: Project Setup and Managing Coordinates

• Explore the different approaches to starting a project
• Understand how and why we sanitise CAD files prior to use in Revit
• Look at how we establish building models and site models
• Define and manage real-world or defined coordinates

Module 4: Energy Analysis of a Revit Model

• Understand the terminology of Energy Simulation
• Learn best practice tips on model creation for energy analysis
• Explore the simplicity of concept mass simulation
• Explore the potential of analysis using detailed material composition

Module 5: Placing Structural Elements

• The placement of:
• Columns, Beams and Bracing members
• Foundations, Strip footings, Slabs, Slab Edges, Piers and Pilasters
• Beam and Truss Systems
• Basic modification to the above members
• The creation of framing elevations
• Placement and modification of beam systems

Module 6: Creating 2D Content Part One

• 2D Content Creation
• Detailing to Replace or Enhance? A Library of Shapes
• Profile Templates
• Content Standards and Naming Conventions

Module 7: Nesting Elements to Create Complex Families

• Understand generic library elements
• Follow the 10 steps to family creation
• Positioning and locking a sub-element
• Nesting parameters

Module 8: Creating 2D Content Part Two

• Important Terminology
• Line Weight
• Nesting Principles
• Sanitising CAD Data
• Using CAD data within Revit

Module 9: Parameters and Formulae

• Understanding
• Parameters
• Working with Formulae Correct
• Formula Syntax

Module 10: Preparing the Analytical Model

• Analytical v Physical model
• View, adjust and manage analytical alignment
• Nodes and hosted nodes
• Auto-detection and projection
• Consistency and member support checks

Module 11: Creating Parametric Trusses

• Loading and inserting structural trusses
•  Modifying profiles and properties
• Add basic supports
• The family editor
• Build a parametric truss

Module 12: Loads and Analysis Tools

• The type and placement of loads:
• Point, Line
• Area, Hosted
• Representation of the load types
• Load cases, natures and combinations
• Boundary conditions
• Links to structural analysis tools

Module 13: Working with Parametrics

• Understanding the terminology of parameters
• Exploring the different types and functions of parameters
• Understanding work planes, reference planes, reference lines and reference points
• How parameters are created and applied