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Introduction to BIM for the Construction Professional

  • Level(s) of Study: Professional / Short course
  • Start Date(s): 17 April 2023
  • Duration: Monday 5.30 - 8 pm, ten weeks
  • Study Mode(s): Short course
  • Campus: City Campus
  • Entry Requirements:
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Introduction:

This course will introduce and develop the core principles of Building Information Modelling (BIM) as used in the planning, design, construction and operation phases of a project using the AutoDesk Revit platform.

It’s useful for anyone in the construction sector who’s looking to develop their overall knowledge and skills in BIM for construction projects.

BIM is used for creating and managing project data through the design, construction, operation and de-commissioning process.

It integrates data from multiple sources to create detailed digital representations that are managed in a cloud platform.

This facilitates real-time collaboration between the various project partners which leads to improved decision making, better option management and potential cost savings.

This course will help you navigate the core components of the AutoCAD Revit platform.

You’ll set up, develop and manage small-scale project files within a BIM environment.

It will therefore enable you to increase your level of project engagement and productivity.

By the end of the course, you will:

  • have a working knowledge and understanding of the AutoCAD Revit software package
  • appreciate the basic concepts of BIM
  • produced accurate 3D construction drawings using AutoCAD Revit to create a simple Building Information Model
  • be able to communicate clearly in graphical format
  • be able to demonstrate a range of transferable skills that be will valuable in the workplace.

What will I gain?

A CPD certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.

Should the assessment be successfully completed, the course provides 5 NTU undergraduate credits.

Any questions?

Contact the short course team:

Email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 (0)115 848 2813

Please note: This course is also delivered through the Reskill & Recover project, which is funded by the European Social Fund. Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is pleased to offer free (fully funded) places on this course to support employees of small and medium businesses that are based in Nottinghamshire or Derbyshire.

What you’ll study

On the course, you will:

  • be introduced to Revit and how to set it up
  • look at importing 2D CAD files into the application
  • develop substructures and levels, superstructures and sections/elevations
  • learn about clash detection
  • set up drawing sheets, views and dimensions
  • practise using annotations, tagging and schedules
  • finalise drawings
  • create plot files and print drawings to scale.

How you’re taught

Teaching and learning will take place using a flexible programme of workshops, demonstrations, seminar groups and tutorials.

Entry requirements

No previous qualifications or experience is needed to access this course.

No software experience is required, although you should be confident in saving files and basic computer functions.

This course is open to professionals at any stage of their career.

If you have any queries about this course, please email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk.

No previous qualifications or experience is needed to access this course.

No software experience is required, although you should be confident in saving files and basic computer functions.

This course is open to professionals at any stage of their career.

If you have any queries about this course, please email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk.

Fees and funding

The fee for this course is £675

Payment is due before the course starts.

The fee for this course is £675

Payment is due before the course starts.

How to apply

Please read the guidance notes and complete the application form.

Please read the guidance notes and complete the application form.