Archicad 16 Training Course

Lesson 1 • Understanding Views and Windows

Introduces floor plan, section, elevation, and 3D window types. Learners learn to switch and arrange views for efficient workflow.

Lesson 2 • File Management and Templates

Covers creating, opening, saving, and using template files. Proper file habits established here support team collaboration later.

Lesson 3 • Navigating the Archicad Workspace

Covers the main menu, toolbars, palettes, and view controls. Establishes spatial awareness within the software before any modelling begins.

Lesson 1 • Fills, Hatches, and Regions

Introduces area fills and hatch patterns for material representation. Learners apply fills to communicate surface materials in plan views.

Lesson 2 • Lines, Arcs, and Polylines

Teaches creation and editing of basic geometric elements. These primitives underpin all 2D annotation and detail work in the project.

Lesson 3 • Layers and Display Order

Explains layer creation, assignment, and visibility control. Layer discipline ensures clean drawings and supports later documentation workflows.

Lesson 4 • Dimensioning and Annotation

Covers linear, angular, and radial dimensioning plus text tools. Accurate annotation is essential for construction documentation produced later.

Lesson 1 • Roof Tool and Roof Geometry

Teaches single-plane, multi-plane, and hip roof creation. Roof geometry directly affects wall heights and section accuracy.

Lesson 2 • Wall Tool Fundamentals

Introduces straight, curved, and composite wall creation. Wall geometry and structure settings form the backbone of every building model.

Lesson 3 • Shell and Curved Surface Tools

Introduces the Shell tool for non-planar roof and canopy forms. Learners extend beyond standard geometry to model complex architectural shapes.

Lesson 4 • Stories and Multi-Storey Modelling

Explains storey setup, linking elements across storeys, and storey-level management. Multi-storey coordination is critical for realistic building models.

Lesson 1 • Placing and Configuring Doors

Covers door tool settings, swing direction, and frame parameters. Correct door placement feeds directly into room schedules and area calculations.

Lesson 2 • Object Library and GDL Basics

Explores the Archicad object library and introduces GDL parameter editing. Library management skills expand the range of available components.

Lesson 3 • Custom Openings and Skylights

Introduces custom wall openings and roof skylights beyond standard library objects. Learners handle non-standard fenestration common in contemporary design.

Lesson 1 • Curtain Wall Tool Basics

Covers curtain wall panel, frame, and mullion configuration. Curtain walls represent glazed facades common in commercial and institutional projects.

Lesson 2 • Stair Tool Configuration

Covers stair geometry, tread and riser settings, and multi-flight configurations. Stair parameters must align with accessibility and safety requirements.

Lesson 3 • Railing Design and Placement

Teaches railing tool parameters, post spacing, and handrail profiles. Railings are linked to stairs and slabs for consistent vertical circulation modelling.

Lesson 1 • Rendering Engines and Output

Covers the internal rendering engine settings and output resolution options. Learners produce final render images suitable for client presentations.

Lesson 2 • Surface Materials and Textures

Teaches material creation, texture mapping, and surface attribute assignment. Realistic materials are the primary driver of render quality.

Lesson 3 • 3D Document and Axonometric Views

Explains 3D document creation for cutaway and exploded axonometric drawings. These views bridge visualisation and technical documentation.

Lesson 4 • Lighting Setup and Configuration

Introduces ambient, point, spot, and IES light sources. Proper lighting setup is essential for interior visualisation and nighttime renders.

Lesson 1 • Publisher and Layout Book Setup

Introduces the Layout Book structure, master layouts, and title block setup. A well-organised Layout Book is the foundation of every drawing set.

Lesson 2 • Printing and Publishing Output

Covers print settings, PDF export, and the Publisher workflow for batch output. Correct output settings ensure drawings meet professional submission standards.

Lesson 3 • Placing and Managing Drawing Views

Covers placing floor plans, sections, elevations, and details onto layouts. View placement links live model data to the drawing sheet.

Lesson 4 • Sections and Elevations Production

Teaches section marker placement, elevation settings, and view depth control. Accurate sections and elevations are mandatory for construction documentation.

Lesson 1 • IFC Export and BIM Data Exchange

Explains IFC export settings, property mapping, and model checking basics. IFC compliance enables interoperability with structural and MEP consultants.

Lesson 2 • Room and Zone Calculations

Introduces zone tool, room stamps, and area calculation methods. Zone data supports space programming and regulatory area compliance checks.

Lesson 3 • Quantity Takeoff and Cost Data

Covers element quantity extraction and linking cost data to model properties. Quantity data bridges design and early-stage cost estimation workflows.

Lesson 4 • Element Properties and Classifications

Covers built-in and custom element properties and classification systems. Structured data enables automated schedule generation and BIM data exchange.