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
 35 Hours

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