Course Outline
Introduction to ArchiCAD for Government
- Overview of ArchiCAD and its applications in design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) for government projects
- Navigating the ArchiCAD interface and workspace to enhance efficiency in public sector workflows
- Understanding basic 2D and 3D modeling principles to support governmental design requirements
- Introduction to the Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflow for government applications
- Basic tools and commands for creating 3D models in alignment with public sector standards
Working with 2D and 3D Views for Government
- Creating and switching between 2D and 3D views to meet project documentation needs
- Understanding navigation tools and shortcuts to improve workflow efficiency
- Setting up multiple views for a project to facilitate comprehensive design reviews
- Exporting and printing 2D/3D views for governmental reporting and compliance
- Troubleshooting common visualization issues to ensure accurate representation of government projects
Working with Objects and Components for Government
- Introduction to object libraries tailored for government use cases
- Creating custom objects and components to meet specific governmental design requirements
- Modifying and editing object properties to align with public sector standards
- Using object snapping, grouping, and interaction techniques to enhance collaboration and accountability
Working with Layers and Classes for Government
- Setting up and managing layers to organize governmental design elements effectively
- Layer combinations and class management to streamline project documentation and compliance
- Controlling visibility and organizing design elements using layers to ensure clarity in government projects
- Applying filters and overrides to enhance the manageability of complex governmental designs
Working with Building Materials for Government
- Understanding building materials and properties to meet public sector specifications
- Creating and assigning materials to objects in compliance with government standards
- Optimizing materials for rendering and visualization to support governmental decision-making
- Troubleshooting material-related issues to ensure project integrity and compliance
Working with Sections, Elevations, and Details for Government
- Introduction to sections and elevations in the context of government projects
- Creating and editing section and elevation views to support detailed design reviews
- Adding details to sections and elevations to enhance project documentation for government
- Working with markers, clipping planes, and view settings to ensure accurate representation of governmental designs
Working with Building Schedules and Documentation for Government
- Creating and managing schedules (e.g., door, window, material lists) to support government project management
- Generating reports and customizing schedules to meet public sector reporting requirements
- Exporting and organizing project documentation to ensure compliance with governmental standards
- Best practices for setting up project templates to streamline government workflows
Building Energy Analysis and Performance Optimization for Government
- Introduction to building energy modeling for government facilities
- Performing energy analysis and generating reports to support sustainable design in the public sector
- Optimizing building energy consumption and sustainability to meet governmental efficiency goals
- Integrating energy analysis into the BIM workflow to enhance decision-making for government projects
Rendering and Visualization Techniques for Government
- Introduction to rendering techniques to support visual communication of government designs
- Working with lighting, materials, and textures to create realistic representations of public sector projects
- Creating photorealistic renderings and visualizations to enhance stakeholder engagement for government
- Animating and exporting 3D walkthroughs to support virtual design reviews in the public sector
Building Collaboration and Interoperability for Government
- Managing teamwork and collaboration in ArchiCAD to support governmental project delivery
- Exporting and importing data using Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) to ensure interoperability with government systems
- Integrating ArchiCAD with other software tools (e.g., Revit, Navisworks) to enhance public sector workflows
- Troubleshooting data exchange and collaboration issues to maintain project integrity for government
Advanced Building Automation and Simulation for Government
- Setting up building automation systems to meet governmental efficiency standards
- Running simulations for thermal, lighting, and structural performance to inform public sector design decisions
- Optimizing building systems for energy efficiency to support sustainable government operations
- Using simulation data to inform design decisions and enhance project outcomes for government
Summary and Next Steps for Government
Requirements
- Proficiency in using a computer, managing files, and navigating software interfaces for government tasks.
Audience
- Architects
- Architectural Designers
Testimonials (2)
Anil was very understanding and explained the course content in detail. With more time the outcome of the course would be better instead of rushing the content, but over all Anil is very familiar with the software CATIA and is a great trainer,
Jaydon - GRI Towers South Africa
Course - Learning CATIA
Learning all the things that I wasn't understand it.