Course Outline
Advanced Project Setup and Template Administration
- Tailoring project templates, layer structures, and classification systems.
- Overseeing complex building configurations and multi-storey developments.
- Managing attributes and adhering to best practices for project uniformity.
Advanced 3D Modelling and Parametric Design
- Techniques for modelling complex walls, slabs, roofs, and shells.
- Working with parametric components and custom GDL objects.
- Employing advanced morph and freeform modelling capabilities.
Documentation and Detailing Excellence
- Automating the generation of sections, elevations, and details.
- Customising annotation tools and applying graphical overrides.
- Utilising advanced layout book and publisher workflows.
Collaboration and BIMcloud Integration
- Configuring and managing collaborative teamwork projects.
- Utilising BIMcloud to enable real-time collaboration.
- Managing user roles, access permissions, and conflict resolution strategies.
Data Exchange and Interoperability
- Best practices for IFC import and export operations.
- Integration with Revit, AutoCAD, and other BIM applications.
- Using BCF for model coordination and tracking issues.
Visualisation and Presentation Techniques
- Producing realistic renders and dynamic animations.
- Customising graphic styles, shadows, and material properties.
- Linking with Twinmotion or CineRender for enhanced visualisation.
Automation and Efficiency in ArchiCAD
- Leveraging favourites, graphical overrides, and property mapping.
- Exploring ArchiCAD’s scheduling, cost estimation, and quantity take-off tools.
- Implementing custom scripts and add-ons for workflow automation.
Model Auditing and Performance Optimisation
- Identifying and resolving model performance bottlenecks.
- Best practices for managing large project files.
- Ensuring BIM data integrity and implementing quality control measures.
Summary and Future Directions
Requirements
- A solid grasp of architectural design principles.
- Hands-on experience with ArchiCAD basics or comparable BIM software.
- Proficiency in 2D drafting and 3D modelling processes.
Target Audience
- Architects and architectural designers.
- BIM coordinators and project managers.
- Construction and design specialists who utilise 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