Course Outline
Advanced Project Setup and Template Management
- Customizing project templates, layers, and classification systems.
- Managing complex building structures and multi-story projects.
- Attribute management and best practices for maintaining project consistency.
Advanced 3D Modeling and Parametric Design
- Techniques for modeling complex walls, slabs, roofs, and shells.
- Utilizing parametric components and custom GDL objects.
- Advanced morph and freeform modeling strategies.
Documentation and Detailing Mastery
- Automating the generation of sections, elevations, and details.
- Customizing annotation tools and graphical overrides.
- Mastering advanced layout book and publisher workflows.
Collaboration and BIMcloud Integration
- Setting up and managing teamwork projects.
- Leveraging BIMcloud for real-time collaboration.
- Managing user roles, permissions, and resolving conflicts.
Data Exchange and Interoperability
- Best practices for IFC import and export.
- Integrating with Revit, AutoCAD, and other BIM tools.
- Using BCF for model coordination and issue tracking.
Visualization and Presentation Techniques
- Creating realistic renders and animations.
- Customizing graphic styles, shadows, and materials.
- Linking with Twinmotion or CineRender for visualization.
Automation and Efficiency in ArchiCAD
- Utilizing favorites, graphic overrides, and property mapping.
- Exploring ArchiCAD’s scheduling, cost estimation, and quantity tools.
- Implementing custom scripts and add-ons for workflow automation.
Model Auditing and Performance Optimization
- Diagnosing and resolving model performance issues.
- Best practices for managing large project files.
- Maintaining BIM data integrity and quality control.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of architectural design concepts.
- Prior experience with ArchiCAD fundamentals or equivalent BIM software.
- Familiarity with 2D drafting and 3D modeling workflows.
Audience
- Architects and architectural designers.
- BIM coordinators and managers.
- Construction and design professionals utilizing ArchiCAD.
Testimonials (2)
Understanding how to interact with the software efficiently. There were many times I would initially go a certain way about completing a drawing, and then Jai would show me an easier or more efficient method.
Ben Milligan
Course - AutoCAD: Beginner to Advanced
The practices and the fact that you can share your screen for guidance from the trainer
