Autodesk navisworks Training Curriculum
Our Autodesk navisworks training offers a complete structured curriculum to acquire the knowledge of Autodesk navisworks from scratch. The Autodesk navisworks Course syllabus is framed by professional experts with handpicked modules.
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Autodesk navisworks Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to Navisworks
Objective: Learn the fundamentals of Navisworks, its interface, and role in BIM coordination.
Overview of Navisworks and its role in BIM coordination
Understanding Navisworks file formats (NWD, NWF, NWC)
Interface, workspace, and navigation tools
Importing and opening 3D models from Revit, AutoCAD, etc.
Understanding the difference between Navisworks Manage, Simulate, and Freedom
Module 2: Working with Models
Objective: Master how to manage, combine, and organize multidisciplinary 3D models efficiently.
Combining multiple discipline models (Architecture, Structure, MEP)
Managing large models efficiently
Using Append, Merge, and Refresh commands
Managing model hierarchy and selection tree
Model units and coordinate system alignment
Module 3: Navigation Tools
Objective: Explore navigation tools and viewpoint creation for effective model visualization.
Using navigation bar tools (walk, orbit, fly)
Viewpoints, sections, and clipping planes
Creating saved viewpoints
Setting up perspectives and camera paths
Managing view settings and navigation aids
Module 4: Review and Markup Tools
Objective: Utilize review tools for measurement, markup, and team coordination.
Measuring distances, angles, and areas
Adding redlines, tags, and comments
Using the Review tab and markup tools for team collaboration
Comparing revisions of models
Creating section cuts and isolating components
Module 5: Selection and Search Sets
Objective: Learn to create, manage, and reuse search and selection sets for efficient filtering.
Understanding selection and search sets
Creating and managing search sets for model filtering
Using selection inspector
Applying properties and metadata for selection
Exporting and reusing search sets
Module 6: TimeLiner (4D Simulation)
Objective: Learn how to link project schedules with 3D models to simulate construction sequences.
Introduction to 4D scheduling concepts
Importing project schedules (MS Project, Primavera P6, Excel)
Linking model elements to schedule tasks
Simulating construction sequences
Creating and exporting 4D construction animations
Analyzing project phasing and construction visualization
Module 7: Clash Detection (Coordination & Analysis)
Objective: Perform clash detection and manage coordination between multiple disciplines.
Understanding clash detection and its importance
Setting up clash tests between disciplines
Configuring clash rules and tolerances
Reviewing, grouping, and assigning clashes
Generating clash reports
Coordination workflow between Navisworks and Revit
Module 8: Quantification (5D BIM Basics)
Objective: Learn how to perform model-based quantity takeoffs and cost estimation.
Introduction to model-based quantity takeoff
Setting up quantification workbook and catalogs
Manual vs. automated takeoff
Creating formulas and cost estimation
Exporting takeoff reports
Module 9: Animation & Visualization
Objective: Create walkthroughs, apply materials, and render project visualizations.
Creating animations and walkthroughs
Managing camera paths and keyframes
Applying materials, lighting, and realistic effects
Rendering animations and still images
Using section animations for presentations
Module 10: Collaboration & Output
Objective: Manage model sharing, reports, and team-based BIM coordination workflows.
Working with NWF and NWD files for coordination
Exporting clash reports and viewpoints
Integrating with BIM 360 / Autodesk Docs
Best practices for team-based coordination
Sharing models and review outputs
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