Topic: Written Report ( Model Development )

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Project brief hand out: Multi-storey Building Design

Objectives: • Prepare a detailed study on constructing a multi-storey commercial building and develop design

concepts considering functionality constructability and aesthetics • 3D modelling and analysis of the multi-storey building using “Autodesk Revit” an built in tools • Preparation of cost estimation and energy analysis reports using Revit inbuilt software features • Contribute to the design of a building, discuss project management approach and discuss

uncertainties

• Understand the structural elements of a building and gaining structural design fundamental knowledge

• Preparation of engineering drawings and documentation to Australian standards • Preparation of rendered realistic images to reflect aesthetic values of the building model

Project Brief: Groups of 4-5 students should be best suitable for this project. Prepare fully detailed multilevel

building (any type) with appropriate furniture and other external and internal features. In this

assignment, your group is assigned to design a multi-level building utilizing a land 20m x 40m located in

an urban area. The maximum height of the building can be 35 meters.

An extensive and efficient utilization of Autodesk Revit software in both design and analysis is required

parallel to the weekly lab sessions. Furniture and other related objects must be created or imported from

furniture families within the Revit software to reflect the environment inside the building. Design

a staircase for easy access among all the levels.

To assist you with this task, it is recommended to follow the unit tutorials to achieve your desired objective. This project is aimed at augmenting the creativity of the individual by transforming his/

her virtual ideas into graphical content. There are key deliverables, expected from the student groups:

Concept development procedure/ Revit model and rendering, door schedule, detailed drawings,

project cost estimation / energy analysis report described in detail in the deliverables section.

Deliverables:

The submission will include a hard copy with following details (A4 report format with clear cover):

• Cover Sheet (posted on blackboard)

• Title page a. Student names b. ID numbers c. year, subject code, day and time of class attended

• Table of Contents Chapters, figures, tables and appendices with respective page numbers

• Introduction Project report (A4 format) with introduction to the project and a description your work e.g. contribution of each student, communication between members, technical difficulties, project management, CAD work sharing, technical information sharing your opinion about the project plus other relevant issues.

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

• Building Concept Design Include a description on determining the type of building, and features evidenced by hand sketches of all team members with full name and student ID. Most importantly a design concept scoring table, final design selection and evolution of selected final design must be included in this section

• Revit 3D modelling of the building, rendered model and drawings as per AS1100. Model the complete building in Revit using the knowledge acquired in the tutorial sessions. In order to present the model effectively rendering is a significant feature which is utilized to showcase your project to your clients with some photorealistic effects. A soft copy of the Revit model must be attached as instructed in the submission requirements. Create a drawing as per AS1100 showing plan and elevation details.

• Structural design and analysis Present the techniques and methodologies used in determining the size and type of building foundation, structural floors, columns and beams considering the building oriented information such as number of levels, approximate loading conditions assumed soil conditions. Basic structure design guidelines and modelling in Revit will be provided in 8th week. You are expected to perform a research to find the site based (from selected location) information such as soil type, weight bearing capacity of the soil to use as inputs for your sizing calculations.

• Project cost estimation – utilizing Building Information Modelling (BIM) concepts Estimating the cost of the project is an advanced feature of Revit Architecture that is capable of identifying the project cost based on the necessary inputs of the user. Content on Project cost estimate will be delivered to you on week 10 of your lectures. You will require to assign dollar amount for the materials to perform this task. Conduct a market research on particular products and acquire price listings or quotes for the intended materiel and products. Include the door schedule as a part of this deliverable (door schedule is an internally built document mentioning the number or doors, locations, types, quantities, and cost)

• Energy analysis report Energy analysis is another advanced feature present in modern day Revit software interface. You are expected to analyse the energy consumption of the building, carefully analyse the report, perform possible modification (change window sizes, insulation material) to reduce the energy consumption, and finally perform another energy analysis and compare with previous using the built-in comparison capability. Discuss the optimum conditions for the building features without compromising aesthetics, internal lighting or energy efficiency.

Note: Dimensions can be defined based on the individual perspective. It is essential to address the above deliverables as that defines the completion of your project. Please utilize the relevant software features to accomplish your task. Save your individual files under your student folder with your student ID.

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Conclusion: As mentioned before this project is designed to improve the creative skill and to have a

better understanding of “Revit Architecture”. Project guidelines and necessary software tutorials are

uploaded on the blackboard. It is recommended to attend your lab sessions to put forward your questions

on your project task. Start early as it requires time and patience to understand the software interface.

Appendix 1 Fully dimensioned drawings of all the floor plans and side elevations. Print all A3 and

A4 drawings with standard border and Swinburne standard title block, label with your names, student

numbers and class (CVE20002 + Day and time) and all other relevant information about wall, floor,

ceiling, roof types and materials.

Appendix 2 Rendered photo gallery of all key elevations and isometric views of the building to display

the aesthetic features

Appendix 3 Project costing documentation including door schedule

Appendix 4 Energy analysis reports a. initial, b. comparison report after modifications

Appendix 5 a. Minutes of meeting, b. Preliminary concept ideas/sketches

Copy report (*.docx), Revit file (*.rvt), costing and energy analysis reports (*.pdf) photo rendering (*.jpg or *.BMP), into single archive file *.zip or *.rar. Copy the zip or rar file onto a CD/USB, place

in a soft plastic pocket and attach to last page of the A4 folder. Write your names and other relevant

information on the CD with waterproof pen. Use A4 folder with clear cover. Fold A3 sheets

appropriately to fit into A4 folder.

Date due: Week 12 in class

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Assessment:

Concept sketches, final design selection and design evolution track records 15% Revit 3D model (complexity, aesthetics and architectural value/ fundamentals assessed) 25% Added components- furniture, landscaping etc. 10% Detailed engineering drawing with all plan views and elevations 15% Costing and Energy analysis reports 20% Rendering 15%

NOTE: Please refer to Blackboard - CVE20002 Subject Outline, under “Assessment” for rules

on submission requirements. Delay in submission will result in loosing marks (10% per day allowed for five days and afterwards zero marks).

Tips: • Don’t leave it to the last minute. This is not an assignment to complete in the last 2 weeks. Start

now!

• Balance the work load within the team. Choose a team leader and spread tasks out evenly and effectively. It may seem fair and fine for 1 team member to not do any modelling and only look after the analysis, but even though the workload may be spread out evenly, this team member will have nothing to do until all the modelling is complete.

• Use names suggested for floor plans and elevations. Consider using consistent drawing names and/or numbers.

• Ask for help!!! Lecturers are here to help you, not to judge you.

• Have regular meetings and keep minutes. Utilize social media to keep everyone connected. This will encourage team members to complete their delegated tasks. Meeting minutes are not assessed, but will benefit the whole team with the project management.

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Revit Building Modelling – Samples to assist you: Project work will be reviewed by lecturer in class every week and he will show you

examples. Students are given freedom to design the building as per their commitment starting from

easy to hard design. Below are some example models and drawings for references.

Roof removed for clarity

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Engineering drawing examples:

Elevations

Floor plans

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Costing report example:

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Energy Analysis Report Example:

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Annual Fuel and Electricity consumption example

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Swinburne Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

CVE20002: Computer Aided Engineering Civil, Semester 1, 2018

Monthly Heating and Cooling load analysis example