Revit Structure 2015 Basics: Framing and Documentation

Autodesk Revit 2015 Basics for Structural Engineering leads users through a series of exercises and tutorials to familiarize them with the structural tools inside of Autodesk Revit. This text is targeted towards users who are already familiar with Autodesk Revit but have no experience using Autodesk Revit's Structural tools. Users who are familiar with the Revit interface or who want to explore the Autodesk Revit's Structural capabilities will find this book the perfect guide to get them on the road to productivity.

Based on a customized training session for a leading structural engineering firm, the tutorials provide information for engineers, designers, drafters, and CAD managers in the structural engineering world. Exercises, such as configuring the Project Browser or setting up documentation sets, are specifically geared towards the structural engineering industry. If you are tired of Revit exercises geared towards architects and space planners, this text has the information you need to learn about framing, trusses, foundations, parking structures, and more.

Who this book is for

This book is geared towards users who have been using Revit and are familiar with the basic Revit interface: Project Browser, how to navigate around a project and use the ribbon.

Table of Contents

1. Structural Columns and Walls
2. Framing
3. Boosting Productivity Setting up Your Project
4. Foundations and Slabs
5. Tags, Symbols, Legends, and Schedules
6. Sections, Elevations, Details, and Drafting Views
7. Collaboration
8. Structural Analysis
9. Roof Project