Learning Information
1 – Aims
The objectives of this Revit Structure tutorial are as follows:
- To learn about Revit’s tools to build BIM models of building structures: beams, structural walls, columns, slabs, trusses, bracing systems, beam systems, insulated footings, wall footings, and foundation slabs.
- To learn about Revit’s tools for entering reinforcement bars into concrete elements of the BIM model.
- To learn about Revit’s tools for detailing the joints of the steel structure elements.
2 – Learning methodology
We recommend that you perform the Revit tutorial in Block VII before you complete this Revit Structure tutorial.
The teacher will give an explanation about Revit Structures of 10 min duration.
Students will read this tutorial and watch the videos.
Students will perform the following proposed exercises using the corresponding Revit tools whose use is explained in the videos of this tutorial. These exercises are:
- Exercise 1: Creation of e steel frame BIM model, consisting of two structural columns and two beams. The frame dimensions and the rolled steel profiles used will be chosen by the student. This model will include the detail of the beam-column joint.
- Exercise 2: Construction of the BIM model of the building basement perimeter wall. This model will include a foundation slab and the reinforcement bars of this slab. The student will choose the dimensions of the wall, of the foundation slab and of its reinforcement bars.
- Exercise 3: Construction of a RC structural column in Revit with its reinforcement bars. The student will choose the dimensions of the column and its reinforcement.
So that the teacher can evaluate the achievement of this practice, each student will write a report of each exercise performed.
3 – Tutorial duration
The practice described in this tutorial will be done in a computer room.
It will last 6 teaching hours.
4 – Necessary teaching resources
Computer room with computers connected to the internet.
Required software: Revit
Hardware required: PCs
5 – Contents
5.1 – Video 1. Every structure tool in Revit Structure. Part 1
5.2 – Video 2. Every structure tool in Revit Structure. Part 2
6 – Deliverables
So that the teacher can evaluate the achievement of this practice, the students will write a report for each of the exercises proposed in the learning methodology section.
7- What we have learned
To use Revit tools with which BIM models of structures can be built.
