Practical Architectural Modelling by Nigel Davies published

Nigel Davies has recently written “Practical Architectural Modelling with AECOsim Building Designer”, a step-by-step introduction to BIM using of Bentley’s AECOsim Building Designer. This book is designed for both new and experienced architects and engineers. It covers the design of a BIM project from start to finish, providing the reader with a basic knowledge of individual aspects of AECOsim Building Designer and acting as a stand-alone reference guide.

‘Practical Architectural Modelling’ provides both a quick reference guide to the use of each tool and a progressive learning path for modelling and delivering a BIM-based construction project. Each clearly categorised chapter is broken down into short and easy to follow tasks covering what you, as a designer, need to become quickly and successfully productive using AECOsim Building Designer. It focusses on practical, pragmatic advice, working through real examples of the challenges you may face when dealing with new BIM methodologies.

Stacked with shortcuts and administration tips throughout the exercises, ‘Practical Architectural Modelling’ provides the level of detail necessary to ensure you make the most of Bentley’s AECOsim Building Designer. Always with an eye on “the bigger picture” at all stages of a project, from early concept design through to focussed construction documentation, the experienced advice contained in this book will help you transition to the process of Building Information Modelling and maximise the potential of your design data.

Published by Bentley Institute Press, it is now available in a special limited edition "advanced copy" from Bentley's website.

by Nigel Davies, 1st of June 2012

AUGI Top Daug 2011 results

This makes very interesting reading... the difference in peoples perception of their own abilities is so different to the figures that are exposed by something as independent (and completely non-subjective) as KnowledgeSmart.

Only 4.5% scored about 75% in the AutoCAD 2D test - which is terrible considering the test is really straightforward.

Revit Architecture surprised me, as the results were totally skewed the other way, demonstrating that good Revit users might be hard to find, but if you can, they really know how to drive the software well.

And a special mention to 3DS, where the results were appalling! Look at the average of the top 10, and ask yourself whether the amount your company pays out on 3DS for those people who "must have it, it's the only thing they can use" is money well spent. To put it into perspective, Evolve's Mr Heselwood (when he could tear himself away from socialising) scored over 30% by guessing the answers! The people who actually tried clearly don't know the product as well as they should!

by Nigel Davies, 9th of December 2011

Smart Geometry 2011 – Building the Invisible – First Impression

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FDOT Live On-Line Training Sessions

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Intro to Bentley STAAD.Pro & Structural Modeler Tutorial - 2011 Student Steel Bridge Competition (YouTube)

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by Bentley Systems, 13th of December 2010

FREE: MicroStation productivity tips

The Evolve CADsmart Training handouts cover all the essential tools necessary for efficient draughting in each of KnowledgeSmart's key areas. The handouts provide guidance on the basic settings for each tool along with hints and tips on how to use the tools more effectively. ensuring that you understand exactly what is needed to improve your skills and efficiency using MicroStation. There is something here for all levels of experience.

Available as individual documents based on each stage, or as a complete set covering the full CADsmart assessment, these guides are an essential learning aid.

Use these FREE sample tips in your own office: publish them individually on your company intranet, send them out as emails to your CAD users, or print them out and leave them next to peoples’ workstations.

by Evolve Consultancy, 15th of October 2010

CADsmart training handouts

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P&IDs - From A Drafter's Perspective - A Guide For Drafting P&IDs

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28th of August 2010

BIM Deliverables: CAD Managers Action Plan

The CAD Managers Forum began what might turn out to be a lengthy series discussing what it is people ask for in a BIM deliverable, and what it is they actually use it for. Typically, they are not the same thing...

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The Recession: CAD Managers Action Plan

The CAD Managers Forum addressed how we can learn from the recession and produced a CAD Managers' Action Plan...

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