BIM and AutoDesk Revit

Level(s) of Study: Professional
Course Fee:
£1950
Start Date(s): 30 November 2026, 7 April 2027
Duration: Monday to Friday 9.30 am - 5 pm, five days or Wednesdays 5.30 - 8.30 pm, 11 weeks
Study Mode(s): Part-time
Campus: City Campus
Entry Requirements: More information

Introduction:

This course provides a structured, hands-on introduction to Building Information Modelling (BIM) and AutoDesk Revit, two of the most transformative technologies shaping modern construction and engineering. Participants will gain the practical skills to create intelligent 3D construction models, coordinate multi-disciplinary project data, and produce professional documentation aligned with UK industry standards.

You’ll be part of a professional learning community in a collaborative studio environment that promotes discussion, idea sharing, and the practical application of real construction challenges.
With a limited class size you’ll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your BIM models and Revit practice at home or work.
Benefit from learning with an experienced tutor who has established links to the construction profession, active research in smart buildings and Net Zero, and a proven track record of delivering industry-relevant digital skills training.
On successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge. Participants who achieve a Certiport score of 700 or above will also receive the internationally recognised Autodesk Revit Certified User certificate, issued by Certiport.

For CITB-registered employers, Employer Network funding is available subject to CITB pre‑approval agreed with your CITB Local Advisor.

“This course gave me the basic understanding (and a lot more!) to help me move forward. I really enjoyed it. It was well paced and ideal with a small class – I think this is really important, so that questions can be asked and answered.” — JC

“I enjoyed the course and look forward to putting into practice what I learnt. Many thanks for a brilliant three days.” — DS

“All of the content was most informative. A valuable learning experience.” — TP

“Our tutor was very good at adapting the course to meet our needs, especially with regards to the huge number of questions asked by the group. And it was good to receive paper handouts as well as digital copies.” — MW

“I strongly recommend the course to other people.” — NN.

What you’ll study

The construction industry is undergoing a digital revolution, and BIM is at its heart. Mandated on UK public sector projects since 2016 and increasingly expected by private clients, BIM competency is no longer optional for construction professionals, it is a career-critical skill. This course addresses that need directly, taking you from the fundamentals of BIM theory through to practical mastery of AutoDesk Revit, the industry’s leading BIM authoring platform.

You will explore how BIM transforms the way projects are designed, built, and managed, reducing costly errors through clash detection, improving collaboration across disciplines, and enabling data-driven decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Whether your goal is to win more work, meet employer expectations, or future-proof your career, this course gives you the structured grounding to get there.

The programme is highly practical: you will work through real construction scenarios, building models from the ground up, coordinating data, and producing print-ready documentation. The learning format allows you to apply learning to your own workplace between sessions.

During this course, you will:

Understand the origins, standards, and impact of BIM on modern construction, and its role in improving project collaboration and efficiency.

Navigate Revit’s interface and master essential modelling tools including grids, walls, doors, floors, roofs, and layout management.

Develop complex architectural and structural elements such as curtain walls, staircases, and custom component families.

Work within multi-user environments, link and import CAD files, and export data for seamless collaboration across project teams.

Apply BIM tools for clash detection, design verification, and data analysis to prevent errors and optimise project outcomes.

Create and format annotated drawings, schedules, and detailed construction plans ready for professional documentation.

Understand the UK BIM Framework, ISO 19650, and how BIM Level 2 compliance relates to employer and client expectations.

BIM in Context and Revit Fundamentals: Introduction to BIM principles, UK BIM mandate, and industry standards (ISO 19650). Revit interface orientation, project setup, working with grids, levels, walls, and basic structural elements.

Modelling Techniques: Modelling floors, roofs, ceilings, and staircases. Inserting and configuring doors and windows. 3D views, section views, and basic rendering to communicate design intent.

Modelling Techniques (Advanced Components): Curtain walls, complex roofs, and custom component families. Topography. Schedules and project metadata.

BIM Collaboration and Data Management: Linking Revit models, managing shared coordinates, and importing/exporting CAD files. Multi-user worksharing. Clash detection overview. BIM Execution Plans.

Documentation, Review and Assessment: Creating and formatting annotated construction drawings and sheet sets. Printing and plotting workflows. Full project model review. Course Q&A.

How you’re taught

Teaching and learning will take place using a programme of hands-on workshops, tutor-led demonstrations, seminar group discussions, and individual tutorials. Participants work in Revit from the outset, building real models and solving real construction problems throughout.

This course will be delivered in person on Nottingham Trent University city campus

The course includes the Autodesk Certified User (ACU) examination, delivered online on campus via Certiport. The test consists of 30 questions (a combination of theory and practical tasks) completed within 50 minutes. The exam date will be confirmed to you closer to the start of your course.

98% of previous course attendees were satisfied with the course, received the attention they needed and would consider doing another short course at NTU.

Contact hours

You will receive 33 contact hours of quality tuition with an experienced tutor.

Tutor profile:

Chinedu Onweh is a Lecturer in Construction Management at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment at Nottingham Trent University, and an Hourly Paid Lecturer in the Civil Engineering department. He is an experienced educator and practitioner whose teaching spans undergraduate modules, degree apprenticeships, and professional short courses.

Chinedu brings a rare combination of academic rigour and industry relevance to his teaching. He delivers modules in Building Information Modelling, Construction Technology, Tender and Procurement, Integration of Engineering Applications, and Engineering Skills across both Year 1 and Year 2 undergraduate cohorts and apprenticeship programmes. He has extensive hands-on experience delivering BIM and Revit training to construction professionals at all levels.

His academic background includes an undergraduate degree in Engineering and an MSc in Civil Engineering. He is currently pursuing a PhD at Nottingham Trent University focused on retrofitting the UK's ageing building stock for a Net Zero future and the practical assessment of carbon footprints in construction projects. This research has received press coverage in The Telegraph and contributed to the peer-reviewed publication: A Review of Energy Efficiency Strategies in Smart Buildings: Integrating Occupant Comfort, HVAC Optimisation, and Building Automation (Sustainability journal, 2025).

His blend of technical expertise, active research, and genuine enthusiasm for empowering construction professionals makes him an exceptional guide for this programme.

Careers and employability

The course is designed to prepare you to succeed in the civil, structural, and construction industry. Students who have taken this course have come from a wide variety of backgrounds including site engineers, project managers, structural designers, quantity surveyors, contractors, architectural technologists, and public sector built environment officers.

BIM and Revit proficiency is increasingly listed as a requirement in construction and engineering job specifications across the UK and internationally. Completing this course provides you with verifiable, employer-recognised evidence of your capability.

Certificate of attendance and digital badge

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge powered by Accredible.

Your digital credential is more than just a certificate. It’s secure, verifiable, and protected against fraud through encryption and blockchain technology.

They also come with detailed metadata, including an overview of the skills you have achieved on the course, evidence of completion, and assessment criteria if appropriate.

Share your achievements seamlessly with friends, customers, and potential employers online, and proudly add your badge or certificate to social media platforms such as LinkedIn, so all the right people can see it.

Campus and facilities

You will be based in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment on the City Campus.

You’ll work in our spacious IT suites equipped with industry-standard software including AutoDesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Cloud.

You will receive an email one week before the course starts with joining instructions on where to go for the first day.

You’ll also have access to our library to use outside of your short course; whilst you can’t reserve or take away books, you are welcome to use them as a resource for research and referencing.

Entry requirements

Level: Professional

Entry requirement: No prior experience of Revit or BIM software is required, although you must have basic computer skills and be familiar with Windows operating systems and file management. A background in construction, engineering, or a related built environment discipline is useful but not essential.

You must be over the age of 18 in order to attend this course.

Fees and funding

The fee for this course is £1950.

Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.

Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.

You will also need to bring with you:

Notepad and pen

A USB memory stick or cloud storage access to save your project files

Computers with Revit and AutoCAD are available in the IT suites for use during the course

Please bring a Windows laptop if you have one — we will install the software for you during the first session, so you can continue practising at home after each class

You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.