Navisworks Online Course | Mastering Navisworks Manage
We'll start by ensuring you're comfortable with the Navisworks interface, navigating its layout with ease and mastering core functionalities. You'll learn to seamlessly import various file formats (.nwd, .nwf, .nwc) and confidently combine models into a single, unified project for efficient coordination.
- 3+ hours of premium content
- 10 step-by-step video lessons
- Future updates included
About this course
Delving deeper, you'll become a model review pro, developing expertise in manipulating views, creating walkthroughs, and managing viewpoints for effortless model inspection. But that's not all! We'll unlock the power of the Clash Detective tool, empowering you to identify and resolve conflicts before construction begins – eliminating costly clashes and ensuring smoother project execution.
This intensive Navisworks course establishes you as a BIM coordination specialist capable of managing complex multi-discipline projects through advanced clash detection and model review workflows. You'll develop expertise in Navisworks' powerful coordination tools that identify and resolve conflicts before construction, eliminating costly field changes and project delays.
The curriculum emphasizes practical application of 4D simulation techniques that integrate project schedules with 3D models, creating compelling visual communications of construction sequences and project phasing. You'll learn to use Timeliner workflows that optimize construction logistics while facilitating stakeholder understanding of complex building processes.
Advanced coordination techniques include quantification workflows, collaborative review processes, and advanced visualization strategies that support project decision-making. The course covers markup and commenting systems, coordination meeting facilitation, and reporting methodologies that ensure project quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
These specialized skills position you to excel in construction administration and project management roles where BIM coordination directly impacts project success. The techniques learned apply to large commercial developments, infrastructure projects, and complex building types where comprehensive coordination capabilities can determine project outcomes and client satisfaction.
What will you learn?
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This course will turn you into:
A clash detection specialist
Master Navisworks' powerful Clash Detective tool to identify and resolve conflicts before construction begins. Learn advanced clash detection strategies, automated testing procedures, and systematic resolution workflows that eliminate costly construction conflicts and ensure project coordination.
A 4D simulation expert
Develop expertise in Timeliner workflows that integrate project schedules with 3D models. Create compelling 4D simulations that visualize construction sequences, optimize project phasing, and communicate complex construction logistics to stakeholders and construction teams.
A BIM coordination manager
Understand comprehensive model review and coordination processes that ensure project quality and coordination. Learn to manage complex multi-discipline models, facilitate coordination meetings, and implement collaborative workflows that streamline project delivery.
Syllabus
In this lesson, we introduce Navisworks, a powerful tool for project coordination and model review in BIM workflows. We cover the basic interface, navigation tools, and essential functionalities that helps users get started with the software. This foundation prepares you for more advanced features and applications in subsequent lessons.
We explore the different file types compatible with Navisworks, such as .nwd, .nwf, and .nwc. This lesson also includes steps to import, export, and combine multiple models into a single Navisworks project. Understanding these file management techniques is crucial for effective model coordination.
This lesson focuses on mastering navigation and viewpoint controls in Navisworks. We learn how to manipulate views using various tools like walkthrough, fly, and orbit, and how to save and manage viewpoints for quick access. These skills are essential for efficient model inspection and review.
We delve into the Clash Detective tool, which is vital for identifying and managing clashes in complex models. This lesson covers setting up clash tests, running clash detection, and analysing results. Proper use of this tool helps prevent costly errors and ensures smoother project execution.
This lesson covers generating quantity takeoffs from models using Navisworks' quantification tools. We learn how to set up projects, perform takeoffs for various elements, and export data for further analysis. Accurate quantification is critical for project budgeting and resource planning.
We explore the Timeliner tool for creating 4D simulations by integrating project schedules with 3D models. This lesson includes setting up tasks, configuring data sources, and running simulations to visualize construction sequences. This helps in planning and optimizing construction workflows.
This lesson emphasized the importance of collaboration in BIM workflows. We discuss how to use Navisworks for project coordination, incorporating markups and comments, and sharing models with stakeholders. Effective communication and collaboration enhance project outcomes and reduce errors.
We explore advanced features like Animator and Scripter to create custom animations and automate model interactions. The lesson also covers customizing settings and optimizing performance to enhance workflow efficiency. These tools add significant value to project presentations and simulations.
This lesson introduced various add-ins and extensions that enhances Navisworks functionality. We discuss how to install and use third-party tools tailored for specific tasks and explored industry-specific add-ins. These extensions help customize Navisworks to meet specialized project needs.
In the final lesson, we discuss integrating Navisworks into overall project workflows. We cover best practices for incorporating Navisworks into BIM workflows. Additionally, we explored the rendering capabilities in Navisworks, demonstrating how to create high-quality visualizations for presentations and stakeholder engagement.
Meet your instructor
Neelkumar Wala
BIM Lead
SMLA
Hi, I'm Neelkumar Wala. I am a BIM Specialist and Project Manager. With extensive experience across various project types and procurement routes, I have successfully managed projects with substantial contract values. My work spans a broad spectrum of public and private sector clients nationwide. I have a deep passion for educating and mentoring the next generation of professionals in the architecture and construction industry.
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