Learning Information
1 – Aims
Ability to develop a BIM MEP model, specifically in the plumbing system.
Ability to create isometric views and sheets using Revit software.
Ability to transmit information using BIM.
2 – Learning methodology
The teacher will give an explanation about the use of the tool.
Students will read this tutorial and watch the videos, do the exercise and explore the MEP tools and environment.
To assess the achievement of the task, each student needs to create the Domestic Cold Water system and the sheets designs.
3 – Tutorial duration
The task described in this tutorial will be carried out in a computer classroom.
It will last 6 teaching hours.
4 – Necessary teaching resources
Computer room with PCs with internet access.
Required software: Revit.
Hardware required: Computer with the capacity to support the software.
5 – Contents
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Revit MEP Interface
5.3 Starting a Project
5.4 Link an Architectural Model
5.5 Add Levels
5.6 Plumbing Systems
5.6.1 Plumbing Fixtures
5.6.2 Create the Domestic Cold Water System
5.6.3 Annotations
5.6.4 Create Schedules
5.6.5 Create Isometric Views
5.6.6 Create Sheets
6 – Deliverables
A report of 3 pages showing the execution of the task.
7 – What we have learned
How to link an architectural model in an MEP project.
How to place plumbing fixtures.
How to create a Domestic Cold Water system, with pipes and pipe fittings.
8 – Files to use in this tutorial
The project file created in the Revit Architecture tutorial in .rvt format.
