Total number of pages: 500
Total Hours: 24

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To take full advantage of Building Information Modeling, this Autodesk® Revit® Structure 2012 Fundamentals training guide has been designed to teach the concepts and principles from building design through construction documentation using the Autodesk Revit Structure 2012 software. This training guide is intended to introduce students to the software’s user interface and the basic building components that make the Autodesk Revit Structure software a powerful and flexible structural modeling tool. Our goal is to familiarize you with the tools necessary to create, document, and print your parametric model. Examples and practices are designed to reflect as many different building types as possible.

Topics include the following:

• Introduction to the Autodesk Revit Structure software
• Setting up Levels and Grids
• Working with Views
• Editing Elements
• Modifying Commands
• Starting a Structural Project using architectural underlays
• Adding Columns and Walls
• Adding Foundations
• Structural Reinforcement
• Beams and Framing Systems
• Bracing Frames
• Floors, Shafts, and Stairs
• Annotation, Detailing, and Scheduling
• Sheets and Printing

Pre-requisites
This training guide introduces the fundamental skills in learning how to use the Autodesk Revit Structure software. It is highly recommended that students have experience and knowledge in structural design and its terminology.