ARE 2852 - Building Information Modeling

1 lecture hours 2 lab hours 2 credits

Course Description
This course prepares the student to utilize building information modeling (BIM) as a coordinated, integrated, and consistent approach to a building project in design and construction decision-making. Students are provided the basics to produce high-quality 3D designs and construction documents, along with cost-estimating and construction planning. The students will use BIM in the Senior Project sequence. This course will utilize Autodesk Revit Building Systems. (prereq: CAE 1851) (quarter system prereq: AE 1001, CV 1001, AE 1001L, CV 1001L)

Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate skill in using advanced features of Revit Architecture
Demonstrate skill in using Revit Structures
Demonstrate skill in using Revit MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems)

Prerequisites by Topic

Basic understanding of Autodesk Revit
Basics of architectural drafting

Course Topics

Getting started with Revit Structures and Revit MEP
Floor plans
Roof, floor, and ceiling systems
Revit Structure - grids, columns, beams
Revit Structure - floor, bar joist, footings
Water closets, cabinets, furniture
Mechanical systems layout
Electrical systems layout
Renderings

Laboratory Topics

Weekly hands-on exercises and interactive problem-solving sessions that reinforce the weekly lecture topics

Coordinator
Michael McGeen, AIA

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ARE 2852 - Building Information Modeling