BIM Fundamentals and Applied Revit Training

About the course

As Building Information Modelling (BIM) continues to establish itself as an integral method in the construction industry, its use is expected to become even more widespread in the near future. However, there remains a significant skills gap in both conceptual understanding and practical implementation of BIM processes among professionals.

This course is designed to bridge that gap by providing comprehensive knowledge of the BIM concept and its application in professional practice.

Although the course is primarily Revit focused, it begins with a week dedicated to explaining the concept of BIM and its processes, before moving on to the three-week Revit training tailored for architects. This structure helps participants better understand how Revit supports and fits into the broader BIM framework.

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The training will offer hands-on experience in creating building information models using Autodesk Revit. Given the increasing emphasis on digital and interdisciplinary coordination within real-life construction projects, the course will be delivered entirely online to mirror these industry practices.

The training will be led by Ali Can Erol, a BIM Specialist with extensive experience in large-scale international projects currently based in London. His distilled insights from real-world BIM workflows will be a central asset of the course, providing participants with first-hand exposure to industry standards and expectations.

The primary objective of the course is to equip architects with both theoretical and practical knowledge of BIM. By the end of the course, participants will not only be able to use Revit proficiently but also understand the purpose and value of their models within the broader BIM lifecycle. Individual and/or group feedback will be provided on each assignment, reinforcing the course’s interactive and supportive nature.

For this CPD, we will provide access to Moodle, where you can view course videos, download materials, and upload assignments. Access to all resources will remain available for six months from the start of the course.

Dates

Delivery dates: 14, 21, 28 March and 11 April. Individual and/or group feedback will be provided on each assignment, reinforcing the course’s interactive and supportive nature.

Time: 13:00–17:00 Sessions will have two 10 minute breaks.
Delivery Mode: Live Online Sessions

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Application deadline: 10 March 2026

Course cost

£795*

Oxford Brookes University Students and Alumni: £725*

Participants who complete the course will receive a Certificate of Participation from Oxford Brookes University.

Course structure and content

The course follows a 'learning by doing' approach, with participants modelling directly in Revit alongside the tutor during live sessions. Each session includes hands-on exercises where learners actively build and refine their models in real time, reinforcing key concepts through practice.

To promote active learning, participants will complete weekly assignments designed to help them apply what they’ve learned, engage in discussion, deepen conceptual understanding, and build confidence through practice. Each assignment will be introduced at the end of the session and is expected to be submitted before the following week.

At the end of each week’s session, an assignment will be given to participants to be completed before the following week’s session. Starting from the second week, the previous assignment will be discussed interactively at the beginning of each session. These assignments will require approximately 30–90 minutes to complete and will not affect eligibility for the certificate of participation.

Week 1: Building Information Modelling

14 March, 13:00-17:00

This session will provide a comprehensive introduction to the concept of Building Information Modelling. BIM workflows will be explained with reference to real-world professional experience. The session will cover a brief history of BIM, commonly used terminology, key digital construction concepts, standards, and the practical implications of BIM across the building lifecycle. Participants will begin actively engaging in the modelling process, incorporating data.

Key Topics:

● What is BIM?

● BIM Terminology and Concepts

● BIM Standards and Protocols

● BIM Case studies

● BIM in Practice

● Live Overview of Revit and Autodesk Construction Cloud

● Revit and Data

Week 2: Introduction to Revit

21 March, 13:00-17:00

Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of Autodesk Revit with a focus on its use in architectural practice. The session will cover the user interface, essential terminology, project setup, and basic modelling tools. Revit’s parametric structure and how it differs from traditional CAD approaches will be highlighted. By the end of the session, participants will begin to model in Revit and will be assigned a small exercise to complete before the following week. This session includes live demonstrations in Revit.

Key Topics:

● Revit Features for Architects

● Understanding the Revit User Interface

● Starting a Project

● Basic Modelling Techniques

● Navigating Views and Sheets

● Annotations and Documentation

Week 3- Revit Families and Parameters

28 March, 13:00-17:00

Families and parameters are central to the BIM workflow and enable the creation of data-rich, flexible models. This session will explore the concept of families in Revit, including how to model and customise them. Participants will also learn how to work with parameters to embed and manage building data. The relationship between parametric design and information management will be explored, and useful plugins for enhanced functionality will be discussed.

Key Topics:

● Introduction to Families in Revit

● Creating and Editing Families

● Working with Parameters

● Generating Schedules and Quantities

● Using Plugins for Enhanced Workflow

Assignment:

Participants will complete a task that applies family creation and parameter management in a simple modelling scenario.

Week 4- Coordination and Collaboration

11 April, 13:00-17:00

This final session focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration and model coordination. Participants will learn how to link models from different disciplines, manage collaborative workflows, and resolve conflicts using industry tools. The use of Autodesk Construction Cloud and Navisworks for clash detection will be demonstrated. Best practices for exporting and sharing models will also be covered.

Key Topics:

● Worksharing and Team Collaboration (Worksets, Links)

● Exporting and Coordinating BIM Models

● Clash coordination on Autodesk Construction Cloud

● Parametric approach using Dynamo

Learning outcomes

Understand BIM fundamentals and its relevance to architectural practice.
Navigate and use the Autodesk Revit interface efficiently.
Create basic architectural models and documentation.
Coordinate multi-disciplinary models in a BIM environment.
Understand the role of BIM across different project stages.

Who is this workshop for?

This course is suitable for Architects, Architectural Designers, Architectural Assistants, and Architectural Technologists who are interested in learning about the implications of Building Information Modelling (BIM) using Revit. No prior knowledge of BIM or Revit is necessary in order to benefit from the course.

Requirements

Windows Computer, or a MAC with Windows installed
Revit 2024 (trial version is valid for 30 days)

System Requirements for the computer can be found in this link

Contact us

If you have any enquiries about the course, please Arda Inceoglu at ainceoglu@brookes.ac.uk

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*Cancellation policy

If you cancel on or before the application deadline, you will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made after this date are not eligible for a refund.

If the course is cancelled by Oxford Brookes University, all registered participants will get a full refund.

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