🎯 General Program Description
In light of the digital transformation within the construction sector, Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become the foundation for project design and execution. This level aims to establish the trainee’s foundation in modeling electromechanical systems using Autodesk Revit, starting from core concepts to creating professional 3D models and preparing construction drawings.
🧩 Software Used:
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Autodesk Revit
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Microsoft Excel
⏱ Training Duration:
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One Week (5 Days × 4 Hours daily)
🎯 General Objective:
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Understand the fundamentals of BIM.
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Create an integrated MEP project within Revit.
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Model various systems (HVAC – Plumbing – Electrical).
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Prepare 2D and 3D schematics.
📚 Detailed Content
🔹 Day 1: BIM & Revit Fundamentals
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Introduction to BIM and its importance in the labor market.
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The difference between CAD and BIM.
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Software interface overview.
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Core Concepts:
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Project vs. Family
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Templates
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Levels & Grids
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🔹 Day 2: Project Setup & Views
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Starting a project from scratch.
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Receiving and managing architectural links.
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Setup:
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Floor Plans & Ceiling Plans
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Sections & Elevations
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Visibility Control:
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Visibility/Graphics (VG)
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View Templates
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View Range
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🔹 Day 3: HVAC Systems
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Adding Elements:
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Mechanical Equipment
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Air Terminals
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Duct system creation.
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Duct Settings & Routing.
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System Creation & Connectivity.
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Interpreting HVAC blueprints.
🔹 Day 4: Plumbing & Firefighting
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Adding Elements:
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Plumbing Fixtures
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Sprinklers
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Piping system creation.
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Pipe Settings.
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Systems & Connections.
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Principles of network design.
🔹 Day 5: Electrical Systems
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Adding Elements:
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Lighting Fixtures
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Cable Trays & Conduits
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Electrical system creation.
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Electrical Settings.
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Basic load distribution.
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Producing preliminary schematics.
🎓 Course Outcomes:
By the end of this level, you will be able to:
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Build a complete (preliminary) MEP model.
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Produce basic engineering drawings.
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Understand the standard project Workflow.
