• Revit
  • Revit LT

Review the basics of model authoring in Revit

Course overview

Move from 2D to BIM quickly with less design time lost on learning new software. Learn the basics of what you need to know to navigate the software efficiently.

In this course learn: 

  • How to get started in Revit and Revit LT: locating tools in the user interface and navigating the model.
  • Start laying out the building plan, starting with walls and adding doors, windows, columns.
  • Add and customize walls, floors, and roofs in Revit.  
  • Add room elements and tags, speed up the placement of dimensions, modify dimensions, add construction details, create a schedule view of reporting and editing the model.  
  • Link a CAD file, create a sheet, and export a CAD file.
  • Add shading and shadows and create a cloud rendering.

Course downloads

These downloadable resources will be used to complete modules in this course:

Announcements

This course will retire and be removed from Autodesk Learning on July 17, 2026. Please complete the course and download your certificate of completion by July 15, 2026. 

This change is part of an ongoing effort to deliver more relevant and effective learning experiences for our learners. 

You can continue learning through other content in Autodesk Learning, Learning Center, and the Autodesk product documentation on the Help Site. 

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