Course
code AR428
credit_hours 2
title Computer Applications in Architecture
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prequisites AR283
credit hours 2
Description/Outcomes Computer applications in architecture are expected to be form of architectural presentations used in the future. This course provides hands on experience to students seeking the use of advanced applications and techniques to produce and enhance building ideas and concepts. The student will develop their skills and apply new skills in computer applications regarding Building Information Modeling (BIM), which is the process of generating and managing building data during its life cycle. Typically, the student will study how to apply computer software of BIM such as Autodesk Revit Architecture, which uses three-dimensional, real-time, dynamic building modeling software to increase productivity in building design and construction. The student will work with the process that produces the BIM, which encompasses building geometry, spatial relationships, geographic information, and quantities and properties of building components.
arabic Description/Outcomes
objectives • Enhance the student`s knowledge of Building Information Modeling.rn• Enhance the student`s practical skills to produce the BIM, which encompasses building geometry, spatial relationships, geographic information, and quantities and properties of building components.rn• Assist the student to interact with computer software of BIM such as Autodesk Revit Architecture, which uses three-dimensional, real-time, dynamic building modeling software.rn
arabic objectives
ref. books • Autodesk Official training books (PDF) are available on the server plus video tutorials to cover the same topics.
arabic ref. books
textbook • Paul F. Aubin`s Mastering Revit Architecture 2010 (Available in PDF on our local Server)rn• Revit Architecture 2010: No Experience Required (Available in PDF on our local Server)
arabic textbook
objective set
content set
course file 46_AR428_Computer Applications in Architecture.pdf
Course Content
content serial Description
1 Introduction: What’s Building Information Modeling (BIM)?, Exploring Revit Architecture program User Interface, Working with Revit Elements and Families, Starting a Project with Revit.
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2 Starting a Design: Creating a Basic Floor Plan, Creating and Modifying Levels, Working with Grids.
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3 The Basics of the Building Model: Adding and Modifying Walls, Working with Compound and Vertically Compound Walls, Using Editing Commands.
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4 Loading Additional Building Components: Working with Doors, Adding and Modifying Windows, Adding and Modifying Component Families.
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5 Viewing the Building Model: Managing Views, Controlling Object Visibility, Working with Section and Elevation Views, Creating and Modifying 3D Views.
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6 Using Dimensions and Constraints: Working with Dimensions, Applying and Removing Constraints, General Revision.
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7 Continuation of the previous lecture and evaluation.
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8 Developing the Building Model: Creating and Modifying Floors, Adding and Modifying Ceilings, Adding and Modifying Roofs.
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9 Developing the Building Model (2): Creating Curtain Walls, Adding Stairs and Railings.
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10 Detailing and Drafting: Creating Callout Views, Working with Text and Tags, Working with Detail Views, Working with Drafting Views.
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11 Construction Documentation: Creating and Modifying Schedules, Creating Rooms and Room Schedules, Creating Legends and Keynotes.
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12 Continuation of the previous lecture and evaluation.
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13 Construction Documentation (2): Creating and Printing Drawing Sheets, Working with Title Blocks, Managing Revisions.
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14 Presenting the Building Model: Creating Renderings, Using Walkthroughs, Using Sun and Shadow Settings.
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15 Presentation of projects
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