Building Information Modeling (BIM) with Revit Structure

Creating a Building Information Modeling (BIM) project using Revit Structure involves developing a detailed digital representation of a structure with rich information for design, analysis, and documentation. Here's a basic outline for a 5-day course on BIM with Revit Structure:

Day 1: Introduction to Revit Structure and Basic Project Setup

• Overview of BIM and its benefits 
• Introduction to the Revit Structure interface and basic functionalities 
• Creating a new project and setting up project properties 
• Understanding the Revit workspace and project browser 
• Building the basic structural model: columns, beams, and floors 
• Placing grids and levels 
• Introduction to families and the Revit library

Day 2: Advanced Modeling Techniques and Structural Analysis Integration

• Advanced modeling techniques for structural components 
• Creating complex column and beam systems 
• Importing and linking structural models 
• Integrating structural analysis tools in Revit 
• Assigning structural loads and load combinations 
• Verifying analysis results within Revit

Day 3: Detailing and Documentation

• Creating construction documentation views 
• Developing detailed sections and elevations 
• Annotating the model with dimensions and labels 
• Generating schedules and quantities  
• Detailing steel connections and concrete reinforcement 
• Customizing and optimizing documentation views

Day 4: Collaboration and Interoperability

• Collaborative features in Revit 
• Managing project information with Worksharing 
• Introduction to cloud collaboration tools  
• Importing and exporting project data 
• Coordination with other disciplines using linked models 
• Best practices for interoperability

Day 5: Project Work and Advanced Topics 

• Applying learned skills to a comprehensive project 
• Troubleshooting common detailing issues 
• Q&A session 
• Advanced BIM topics (parametric families, Dynamo scripting) 
• Course review and summary 
• Course evaluation and feedback 

This course outline is designed to cover the fundamentals and advanced aspects of BIM with Revit Structure over a 5-day period. Adjustments can be made based on the specific needs, pace, and level of expertise of the participants. Practical examples and hands-on exercises should be integrated throughout the course to reinforce learning.