Autodesk® Revit Basics Training Manual

“This training manual truly is a game changer when it comes to giving the reader a clear and very well written guide to the basics of the software. I would definitely recommend this manual to beginners who are looking to understand the basics of Revit, as well as intermediate Revit users who want to learn a certain aspect of the software fast. Even after completing all of the examples it provides, I still use this reference, because it is a great tool for reference.”

—Mikayla Harkey

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Revit, a type of Building Information Modeling or “BIM” software, is used widely in the U.S. to provide “real-life” information to clients, as well as a way for contractors to eliminate problems before they arise with a way to track costs.  With an installed base of about 300,000 users and growing, it is rapidly becoming the industry standard for architects, mechanical and electrical engineers, plumbers, and HVAC installers.

Brian W. Clayton is owner of Clayton Consulting and Design, LLC. in Greensboro, N.C., and has more than 20 years of AutoCAD experience and eight years of Autodesk^® Revit experience. Currently he works as a commercial building space designer, providing commercial space measuring and as-built drawings for property management companies.

He also serves as an AutoCAD and Revit consultant for architectural and engineering firms, as well as a corporate trainer for the latest AutoCAD and Revit software. Furthermore, Mr. Clayton is an adjunct faculty member at various higher education institutions specializing in the facilitation of course work to students enrolled in Architectural Technology degree programs and continuing education programs. He specializes in technical training in different AutoCAD and Revit courses, working with both students and professionals who want to continue their education and keep up to date with the latest software and certifications.

Contents

• Ch 1: Revit Templates
• Ch 2: Revit Dimensioning
• Ch 3: Beginning a Drawing
• Ch 4: Placing Doors and Windows
• Ch 5: Creating Floors
• Ch 6: Creating Ceilings
• Ch 7: Creating Levels and Datums
• Ch 8: Creating Stairs
• Ch 9: Placing Cabinets, Casework and Sink
• Ch 10: Placing Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures
• Ch 11: Placing Air Conditioning and Furnace Units
• Ch 12: Placing Furniture
• Ch 13: Placing Lights in Ceiling
• Ch 14: Creating Roof Designs
• Ch 15: Interior and Exterior Camera Views
• Ch 16: Rendering Interior and Exterior Views
• Ch 17: Inserting Objects from the Revit Library and Internet
• Ch 18: Modifying Doors and Windows
• Ch.19: Modifying Wall Materials
• Ch 20: Revit Modify Commands.