Lynda.com] Revit Architecture 2013 Essential Training [2012, ENG]  | 1.61G

Intermediate | 10h 27m | Required Software: Revit Architecture 2013

Find out how to create compelling architectural designs using the modeling tools in Autodesk Revit software. In this course, author Paul F. Aubin demonstrates the entire building information modeling (BIM) workflow, from creating the design model to publishing a completed project. The course also covers navigating the Revit interface; modeling basic building features such as walls, doors, and windows; working with sketch-based components such as roofs and stairs; annotating designs with dimensions and callouts; and plotting and exporting your drawings.

Topics include:

- Introducing building information modeling (BIM)

- Adding levels, grids, and columns to set up a project

- Creating building layouts with walls, doors, and windows

- Modifying wall types and properties

- Working with DWG files and CAD inserts

- Adding rooms

- Adding curtain grids, mullions, and panels

- Using cutaway views

- Generating schedules and tags

- Adding callouts such as text and symbols

- Understanding families

- Outputting files, including DWF and PDF files