Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to CAD and BIM in AEC

• Overview of CAD and BIM in the construction lifecycle

• Key differences: CAD vs BIM workflows

• Industry standards and BIM levels

• Software tools: AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks

Hands-On: Set up CAD and BIM environments; explore user interfaces

Module 2: Fundamentals of 2D Drafting with AutoCAD

• Setting up drawing templates and units

• Creating and editing basic geometry

• Layers, line types, blocks, and hatching

• Layouts, viewports, and plotting

Hands-On: Draft a basic 2D architectural floor plan

Module 3: Introduction to Revit and BIM Modeling

• Revit interface and project setup

• Working with families, levels, and grids

• Placing walls, doors, windows, and floors

• Parametric modeling and intelligent components

Hands-On: Model a simple building structure in Revit

Module 4: Building Components and Architectural Modeling

• Adding roofs, ceilings, and stairs

• Room tags, schedules, and materials

• Modifying design elements and massing

• Applying construction phases and design options

Hands-On: Complete a multi-room architectural model with schedules

Module 5: Annotation, Detailing, and Documentation

• Dimensions, tags, and text annotation

• Detailing views and construction callouts

• Creating and managing sheets and title blocks

• Printing and exporting PDFs

Hands-On: Annotate and document your BIM model with details and sheets

Module 6: BIM for Structural and MEP Integration

• Linking structural and MEP models in Revit

• Coordination techniques and discipline views

• Interference detection basics

• Shared coordinates and collaboration workflows

Hands-On: Import and coordinate MEP/structural elements into the model

Module 7: Clash Detection and Model Review (Navisworks)

• Introduction to Navisworks Manage

• Aggregating models and file types (NWC, NWD)

• Running clash tests and reporting issues

• 4D simulation and construction sequencing

Hands-On: Perform clash detection and simulate a construction timeline

Module 8: BIM Quantity Takeoff and Scheduling

• Creating material and quantity schedules in Revit

• Filtering and formatting takeoff data

• Exporting to Excel or project management tools

• Applications in cost estimation and procurement

Hands-On: Extract and refine quantity data from the model

Module 9: Collaboration and BIM Execution Planning

• Worksharing and BIM 360 basics

• Model coordination in teams

• BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and documentation

• Version control and issue tracking

Hands-On: Simulate multi-user collaboration and review a sample BEP

Module 10: Final Project and Presentation

• Participants complete a design-to-documentation workflow

• Final review of 2D CAD drawings and 3D BIM models

• Group or individual presentations and feedback

• Wrap-up, Q&A, and certification

Deliverable: Final coordinated BIM project with drawings, schedules, and model files