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Commercial Building Design with REVIT

Utilizes REVIT software in conjunction with commercial architectural drawing techniques and methods in developing a set of plans for a two story office building. Areas of study include plan view development, elevation drawings, details, mechanical plans, building energy usage, interior design and photo realistic rendering in 3D geometry. Prerequisite: EGR 103.

Subject Code: EGR

Course Number: 215

Credits: 3

Lecture Hours 2

Lab Hours: 2

Course Learning Outcomes:

1. Compare commercial building design concepts (building location, usage, budgets)
2. Execute office building using REVIT software
3. Differentiate roofing styles in a commercial context
4. Calculate flooring material costs
5. Calculate lighting energy costs
6. Execute office layout interior design
7. Use REVIT to develop a complete site (Parking, sidewalks, plantings, lighting)
8. Compare NYS code applications in commercial buildings
9. Document commercial architectural drawing practices and techniques in a set of commercial plans using REVIT software
10. Create an animation walkthrough of the commercial building

Effective Term: Fall 2025

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