ARCHICAD 23: Beginner and Intermediate Level from Udemy

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Learning objectives

1. create 3d models with construction information
2. generate automatic drawings of façades and sections
3. build a step by step house project from zero
4. model terrains using dwg references
5. concepts of bim technology

6. set up 2d drawing of floors plans
7. use the custom developed aga template
8. make realistic 3d rendered images
9. pdf and dwg publishing
10. produce details and schedules

1. create 3d models with construction information
2. generate automatic drawings of façades and sections
3. build a step by step house project from zero
4. model terrains using dwg references
5. concepts of bim technology
6. set up 2d drawing of floors plans
7. use the custom developed aga template
8. make realistic 3d rendered images
9. pdf and dwg publishing
10. produce details and schedules

Syllabus

In the first Section you will learn the concepts of BIM Technology and know the ARCHICAD interface, its main tools and the template file settings.

Presentation ARCHICAD 23

Project Preferences

Work Environment

Using Tools and Shortcuts

Template Settings: Layers, Pen Sets, MVO.

In this Section we will begin the house project with creation of levels, insertion of drawings, topography and reference floor plans for modeling.

Terrain - Mesh Tool

Building Materials, Fills, Surfaces.

Garage Level: Slabs, Walls, Columns and Beams.

Continuation of the Structure

Garden, Deck and Pool

In the third Section we will show other methods to make the structure. You will also learn Stair and Ramp tools.

Structure

Stair Tool

Railing Tool

Ramps

In the fourth Section we will see the cut and embankment calculations, element attributes of lines, fills, compositions, building materials, and the house walls modelling.

Cut and Embankment Calculation

Element Attributes

Walls, Model View Options and Extras.

Floor Plan Display

You will learn how to insert doors, windows, and create 3D Sections.

Door Tool

Window Tool

Custom Doors

3D Sections and Curtain Wall

In the sixth Section we will see View Map settings and Roof tools.

View Map

Roof Tool

You'll learn how the library manager works, including recommendation of websites where you can download additional objects.

Libraries

Kitchen

Bathroom, Furniture and Vegetation.

In Section 8, we show how to make texts, dimensions and technical drawings settings on floor plans, sections and façades.

Texts and Dimensions

Sections

Façades

In the ninth Section you will see how to make Interior Elevations, Details, Schedules, placing the drawings on the boards with formats and stamps, and publishing the PDF and DWG files.

Interior Elevations, Details and Schedules.

Layout Book, Publish PDF and DWG.

In Section 10, learn how to create 3D Documents, render the model to create realistic images, and a sun study video.

3D Document

Rendering Settings, Daylight Rendering.

White Model, Interior and Nightly Rendering.

Sun Study

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Bonus Class

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Uses a custom AGA template, which may streamline the design process and offer a unique starting point for projects, potentially saving time and improving consistency

Covers rendering settings and sun study, which are essential for visualizing designs and understanding their impact in different lighting conditions, enhancing presentation and design decisions

Explores BIM concepts and Archicad interface, providing a foundational understanding for those new to BIM or the software, which is essential for modern architectural practice

Requires Archicad 23, so learners should ensure they have access to this specific version of the software to follow along with the course effectively, which may require a purchase

Teaches PDF and DWG publishing, which are standard formats for sharing architectural drawings and documentation, ensuring compatibility and ease of collaboration with other professionals

Features instruction from AGA Studio, which has international experience since 2016, potentially offering insights into global architectural practices and design trends, broadening learners' perspectives

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in ARCHICAD 23: Beginner and Intermediate Level with these activities:

Review Architectural Terminology

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Familiarize yourself with common architectural terms to better understand the course's modeling and documentation processes.

Browse courses on Architectural Design

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Find a glossary of architectural terms.
Review the definitions of common terms.
Take a short quiz to test your knowledge.

Review 'Architectural Graphics' by Francis D.K. Ching

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Study architectural graphics to improve your ability to communicate design ideas effectively using drawings and diagrams.

View Architectural Graphics on Amazon

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Obtain a copy of 'Architectural Graphics'.
Study the chapters on orthographic projections and paraline drawings.
Practice creating architectural drawings based on the book's examples.

Practice Basic 3D Modeling Techniques

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Reinforce your understanding of ARCHICAD's modeling tools by practicing basic 3D modeling exercises.

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Create simple geometric shapes using ARCHICAD's modeling tools.
Practice modifying and manipulating these shapes.
Combine shapes to create more complex forms.

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Document Your ARCHICAD Workflow

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Create a written or video tutorial documenting your ARCHICAD workflow to solidify your understanding and share your knowledge with others.

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Choose a specific ARCHICAD task or workflow to document.
Record your screen while performing the task.
Add narration or text annotations to explain each step.
Share your tutorial on a relevant online forum or platform.

Design a Small Residential Building

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Apply your ARCHICAD skills to design a small residential building from concept to detailed design.

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Develop a conceptual design for a small house.
Create a 3D model of the house in ARCHICAD.
Generate floor plans, sections, and elevations.
Create renderings of the house.

Review 'BIM Handbook' by Chuck Eastman

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Study the BIM Handbook to gain a deeper understanding of the principles and practices of Building Information Modeling.

View Putting Knowledge to Work on Amazon

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Obtain a copy of the BIM Handbook.
Read the chapters on BIM workflows and collaboration.
Reflect on how the concepts apply to your ARCHICAD projects.

Create a Construction Document Set

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Generate a complete set of construction documents from your ARCHICAD model, including floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and schedules.

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Finalize your ARCHICAD model.
Create detailed drawings and schedules.
Organize the drawings into a construction document set.
Review the documents for accuracy and completeness.

Career center

Learners who complete ARCHICAD 23: Beginner and Intermediate Level will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Architectural Designer

An Architectural Designer utilizes building information modeling to create detailed designs and plans for structures. This course helps a designer develop skills in using Archicad, a BIM software, which is essential for creating 3D models with construction information and generating drawings, such as floor plans, sections, and façades. This course is particularly useful for those who need to learn how to create a house project from the ground up, including modeling terrains, structures, and interiors all within Archicad, and publishing in PDF or DWG format. This course introduces the BIM concept and it could be particularly useful to those who are beginning their career as an architectural designer.

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Building Information Modeler

A Building Information Modeler uses software to create and manage digital representations of physical and functional characteristics of a building. This course allows one to learn the practical application of building information modeling through the Archicad software, including skills generating automatic drawings of façades, sections, and floor plans from a 3D model. Learners will learn by creating a house project from scratch. A building information modeler will use this knowledge of digital modeling for analysis and documentation. This course is appropriate for those starting a career in BIM modeling.

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Construction Drafter

A Construction Drafter prepares technical drawings and plans used by construction teams, and this course directly teaches production of these drawings by using Archicad. This course allows learners to generate various types of drawings, including floor plans, sections, and façades, through 3D modeling. Those in this field need to understand how to create construction documents and this course helps one learn modeling foundations, the use of templates, and the process of publishing in PDF or DWG formats. This course is particularly good for those starting in a drafting role.

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Architectural Technician

An Architectural Technician provides technical assistance to architects and designers, often including the production of technical drawings and models. This course provides instruction in BIM technology and production of drawings with Archicad, which is helpful for producing accurate and detailed models and drawings. Through this course a technician will learn how to manage the workflow of a project, including the use of templates, and the publishing process in PDF and DWG formats. This course is helpful for entry level architectural technicians.

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Freelance Designer

A Freelance Designer works independently on various design projects, using software to create plans and presentations, and this course is ideal for learning a new design software. This course will help a designer learn to create 3D models, generate 2D drawings, and produce realistic renderings which are often requested of freelance designers. This course teaches these tasks specifically within Archicad. A freelance designer will be well-placed to enhance their digital design capabilities with this course.

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Design Technician

A Design Technician provides technical assistance to designers, such as assisting in the creation of technical drawings, 3D models, and renderings. This course will be helpful for learning to create 3D models with Archicad. Through working on a house project from beginning to end, a design technician will learn modeling, drawing generation, and rendering. This course teaches how to produce technical drawings and models relevant to this job.

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Interior designer

An Interior Designer focuses on the design and functionality of interior spaces, and this course helps one to use BIM software in this process. By learning Archicad a designer can create 3D models of interior spaces, generate floor plans, sections, and elevations. Additionally this course assists in the use of the software's library for adding furniture, fixtures, and other important interior design elements to a design. This course may be useful to an interior designer who wishes to expand their skill set from two-dimensional design.

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Digital Design Specialist

A Digital Design Specialist uses software to create visual representations and designs, and this course provides training in Archicad for creating 3D models and generating 2D drawings. A digital design specialist will find these skills useful for creating plans and presentations. This course may be useful to a digital design specialist who needs to improve digital modeling skills. This course is especially helpful for learning BIM concepts.

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BIM Coordinator

A BIM Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating the use of BIM technology in a project and this course introduces the core functions of BIM technology with Archicad. This course addresses creating a project with all its components and phases, which is a component of coordinating a BIM project. This course helps a BIM coordinator learn to use Archicad and establish a foundation in the software for use in practice. This course is helpful to those beginning their career as a BIM coordinator.

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Architectural Consultant

An Architectural Consultant provides guidance on architectural projects and this course provides experience in using BIM technology to develop projects. This course helps someone in this role gain hands-on experience with generating drawings and 3D models which are important skills in the architectural field. This course may be useful to an consultant who is beginning their practice as it teaches the design process from beginning to end.

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Visualization Specialist

A Visualization Specialist creates visual content using digital tools, and this course teaches the use of Archicad for creating realistic 3D renderings. A specialist in visualization can use this to create images and videos for presentations and marketing materials. This course may be useful to a visualization specialist who is looking to enhance their skills with Archicad. This course directly addresses rendering 3D models, and also sun studies through video. This course is very useful for a designer who wants to add rendering to their portfolio.

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Project Coordinator

A Project Coordinator assists in the management of projects, and this course may be useful in providing a foundational understanding of BIM. While this course focuses on the technical aspects of Archicad, project coordinators may find value in understanding the use of this technology. This course will be helpful for project coordinators in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry.

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Urban Planner

An Urban Planner develops plans for the development of urban areas. This course may be useful as it covers the use of BIM software for modeling terrains, buildings, and layouts, and may be relevant to learning to visualize urban planning projects. This course may be useful for an urban planner who has not yet worked with three dimensional modeling. While this course focuses on a single house project, an urban planner can transfer this knowledge to urban planning.

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Landscape Architect

A Landscape Architect designs outdoor spaces and environments. This course helps one build a foundation in using BIM software for terrain modeling, and placement of landscape elements. This course provides hands on experience with 3D modeling, and through this course a landscape architect may be better equipped to implement their designs. This course may be useful to a landscape architect who wants to improve their digital modeling skills.

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Real Estate Developer

A Real Estate Developer undertakes projects to develop properties. This course introduces the use of BIM technology to produce realistic 3D models of buildings. This can help a developer visualize projects. This course may be useful for a real estate developer who wants a foundational understanding of building information modeling, and how it can translate to project planning. This course introduces the core concepts of BIM software and workflows.

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