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Fundamentals of Revit Architecture
Course: CAD105

First Term: 2014 Fall
 Lec + Lab   3 Credit(s)   6 Period(s)   5.1 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S- Standard


Description: Introduction to Revit Architecture. Utilize Revit software to develop and generate basic 3-D models and components. Create, edit, dimension, and manage 2-D and 3-D drawing views and projects. Produce drawing files and plots using various display environments and plot options.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate ability to start up, configure, and navigate architectural modeling software. (I)
2. Create and manipulate project files and families with appropriate modeling and editing tools. (II)
3. Produce basic floor plans, 2D elevations, and perspective views with pertinent annotation and dimensions. (II, III)
4. Set up sheets and plot varying scaled drawings using appropriate hardware and software techniques. (IV)
5. Create 3D views and apply basic rendering techniques. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Introduction to Revit
    A. Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Revit Concepts
    B. Project Start-up
    C. Template Files
    D. The User Interface
    E. Navigating Views

II. Drawing and Modeling Basics
    A. Drawing Tools
    B. Editing Tools
    C. Walls
    D. Doors and Windows
    E. Components
        1. Library
        2. Online Sources
    F. Stairs and Rails
    G. Floors and Roofs

III. Annotation
    A. Text tools
    B. Dimensioning tools
    C. Tags and Schedules

IV. Construction Documents
    A. Creating Views
    B. Drafting Tools and Detail Components
    C. Setting Up Sheets
        1. Placing and Modifying Views
        2. View Properties
        3. Scaling
        4. View Titles
    D. Printing

V. Rendering Basics
    A. View Creation
    B. Materials
    C. Lighting
    D. Entourage
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: April 22, 2014

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.