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Building Information Modelling with Revit Architecture (Certificate L6, 10 ECTS)

  • Location: Online

  • weeks: 10

  • Fees: DASBE funded in 2026. See Fees Section below

  • Level 6

  • Course Type Flexible and Professional Learning

  • Study Mode Part Time

  • Department Built Environment

  • Start Date 09/09/2026

Course Overview

The programme will provide learners with a solid grounding in Building Information Modelling (BIM) using Autodesk’s Revit Architecture. This programme will encompass the basics of 3D building modelling & architectural visualisation. BIM functionality such as tables and building quantities will also be covered. This course will benefit existing AutoCAD users as well as those learning CAD for the first time.

 

More Information

  • Overview of Revit Architecture and Building Information Modelling (BIM)

    Key Concepts/Project File/Introduction to BIM/BIM Workflow.

    User Interface, Views and Revit Project Setup

    Level Setup/Site Topography/Standard Building Elements/Column Grids and Structural Layouts.

    Elements and Element Properties

    Walls/Roofs/Floors/Vertical Circulation/Ceilings.

    Families: Editing, and Creating

    Types of Families/Accessing Standard Families and Customisation.  

    Detailing & Annotation

    Sections Views/Detail Views/Annotation and Editing.

    Schedules, Quantities and Tags

    Window Schedules/Door Schedules/Material Take-offs/Room Tags/Querying Building Data.

    Shading, Rendering and Animation

    3D Views & Cameras/Materials/Lighting/Walkthroughs/Solar Studies.

  • Mature applicants (i.e. aged 23 years on 1st January of year of entry for admission in September)

    Or

    Minimum entry requirements are Grade OD3 or higher in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate. Applicants are also expected to have a basic knowledge of computers and computer applications. Knowledge of building design and construction is also desirable.

    Or

    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 
    If you do not meet the academic entry requirements listed above but would like your application assessed under RPL please select YES on the online application form. Please include any relevant work experience/further information relevant to your application under the ‘Additional Information’ section.

    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 score of 5.5 in an IELTS or equivalent exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a score of 6.0 in an IELTS or equivalent exam is required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements. Please note that we do not request proof of English language qualification or proficiency.

  • The course will run over a period of 10 weeks, with one 3 hour online lecture per week.

    This course will be delivered fully online. Lectures are recorded and available for listen back.

    Start Date

    There will be an online welcome session for all students on 9th September 2026.

    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:

    https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/revit-products/learn-explore/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/System-requirements-for-Autodesk-Revit-2020-products.html

    The installation of the software and license configuration will be covered in the course.

    The proposed delivery schedule is subject to change.

  • 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.

  • Two continuous assessment exercises and one project will be set during the programme.

  • Building Information Modelling with Revit Architecture (Certificate L6, 10 ECTS)

  • The fee is €950 and is part funded by the DASBE Initiative (HEA HCI Funded) for eligible applicants in 2026.

    Successful applicants will qualify for €417 in funding towards the cost of the programme. The balance of €533 will be payable by the applicant upon registration.

    Funding is limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis to eligible applicants.

  • Applications will close 2 weeks before the listed start date or once the maximum number of applicants is reached.

    Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.

    Programme run subject to viable numbers.