Paul F. Aubin\'s mastering Revit architecture 2010 / Paul F. Aubin.

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Master the software that industry professionals are using to create compelling architecture with Paul F. Aubin's Mastering Revit Architecture 2010, International Edition. Experienced-based practical advice is at the core of this concise reference guide by veteran author Paul F. Aubin, who makes learning Autodesk Revit registered]Architecture 2010 easier than ever. Designed to shorten the learning curve, this book focuses squarely on the rationale and practicality of the Revit registered] Architecture process through a series of hands-on lessons that promote a clear sense of the value of the software and an understanding of each tool's potential. In completing building design projects successfully, users will develop a first hand knowledge of what it takes to build design development models and create a complete set of construction documents for architectural production.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• Part I Introduction and Methodology
• Quick Start General Overview
• 1 Conceptual Underpinnings of Revit Architecture
• 2 Revit Architecture User Interface
• Part II Create the Building Model
• 3 Creating a Building Layout
• 4 Setting up Project Levels and Views
• 5 Column Grids and Structural Layout
• 6 Groups and Links
• 7 Vertical Circulation
• 8 Floors and Roofs
• 9 Developing the Exterior Skin
• 10 Working with Families
• Part III Constrcution Documents
• 11 Detailing and Annotation
• 12 Working with Schedules and Tags
• 13 Ceiling Plans and Interior Elevations
• 14 Printing and Publishing
• Part IV Appendices
• Appendix A Additional Exercises
• Appendix B Worksharing
• New Appendix Conceptual Modeling Tools
• New Appendix Rendering
• New Appendix Design Options and Phasing
• Appendix F Online Resources