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Building Information Modelling with Revit MEP (L6, 10 ECTS)
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Status: REGISTER YOUR INTEREST
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Campus: Online
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weeks: 10
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Fees: €850 (See fees for further information)
Course Overview
The programme will provide learners with a solid grounding in Mechanical and Electrical Building Information Modelling (BIM) using Autodesk’s Revit MEP. This programme will encompass the basics of Mechanical and Electrical Building systems as well as other BIM functionality such as tables and building quantities. This course will benefit existing Revit Architecture users, or users of other BIM systems looking to expand their knowledge.
Contact Details
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum entry requirements are Grade OD3 or higher in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate. Applicants are also expected to have a working knowledge of Revit Architecture, or to have completed Revit Architecture training. Knowledge of building design and construction is also desirable.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a minimum score of 5.5 in an IELTS exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a minimum of 6.0 is required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements.
Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) / Special Case Registrations: Prospective applicants who do not meet the entry requirements for the programme detailed above, but who may qualify for admission by meeting certain other equivalent criteria, should submit their application online, upload their most relevant qualifications and then email flexible.midwest@tus.ie to request RPL consideration.
Course Modules
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MEP Views, View Templating, Graphic Overrides
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Revit plumbing systems, duct systems, cable tray systems
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Electrical Systems in Revit, including switching systems, lighting systems and power systems
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Mechanical and Electrical scheduling systems and material take-offs
More Information
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3 hour online lecture per week (10 weeks)
As a student of TUS, you will have access to the Academic version of Revit 2020. Please note that this academic version is not to be used for any commercial activities. Any files opened using the academic version will be digitally stamped by the software. You will require a computer (desktop or laptop) to undertake the course, which must have audio functionality. The minimum specification of machine is given here:
The installation of the software and license configuration will be covered in the course.
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Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.
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No Examinations. Three continuous assessment exercises will be set during the programme.
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Certificate in Building Information Modelling with Revit MEP (Special Purpose Award Level 6, 10 Credits)
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TBC
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€850 (reduced to €433 with DASBE funding to successful applications)