Introducing Revit Architecture 2010 : BIM for Beginners

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Edition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2009-07-20
Publisher(s): Sybex
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Summary

The expert authors developed this practical reference and tutorial to help professionals and students learn Revit and BIM basics easily and efficiently. The straightforward explanations, real-world examples, beautiful illustrations, and practical tutorials focus squarely on accomplishing vital Revit tasks. The book also features a beautiful 16-page color insert with inspirational and instructional images.Introducing Revit first explains the principles of BIM, then provides a thorough overview of Revit's concepts and interface conventions before delving into vital Revit tools and tasks. The in-depth discussions are reinforced by comprehensive step-by-step exercises that show readers how to model, document, present, and share their designs. The expert authors-all architects with years of experience with BIM technology-offer pages of impressive examples, practical explanations, real-world architectural scenarios, and in-depth, focused tutorials. This book is the perfect resource for readers of all skill levels who want to quickly accomplish crucial Revit tasks.

Author Biography

Tatjana Dzambazova is an internationally recognized AEC industry technology speaker. She was project manager for Revit Architecture for two years and previously practiced architecture for twelve years in Vienna and London.

Eddy Krygiel is an Autodesk Authorized Author and registered architect at HNTB Architects. He has used Revit to complete projects of all scopes and sizes. Eddy is responsible for implementing BIM at his firm and consults for other architecture and contracting firms looking to implement BIM.

Greg Demchak is a product designer for Revit Architecture. He also teaches at Boston Architectural College and holds a master's degree in architecture from MIT.

Table of Contents

Understanding BIM
Getting Acquainted - Interface and File Types
Views
Modeling Basics
Modifying Elements
Extended Modeling
Working with Other Applications
Preparing Docs for Clients
Sheets
Annotations
Construction Documents
Printing
Advanced Topics
Conceptual Design
Tips and Troubleshooting
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