2011 Autodesk Optimizing Digital Drawing Files and BIM Models for Measurement and Estimating Simon Lovegrove MRICS, AAIQS Director, Exactal 2011 Autodesk Class Summary In this class, you will learn how 2D and 3D drawing files may be arranged and optimized to improve team communication and specifically to assist in quantities measurement and estimating. The class aims to provide general tips and guidance that are not mandatory, but provide hints for the more common beneficial optimizations for standard file formats such as 2D PDF, 2D DWG TM and 2 and 3D DWFx TM. 2011 Autodesk Learning Objectives At the end of this class, you will be able to: Describe the limitations of image files for measurement purposes Describe the limitations of PDF files for measurement purposes Configure your 2D drawing files to optimize their use for measurement and estimating Issue 3D DWFx TM model files that are data rich and contain intelligence to optimize quantities extraction for estimating use 2011 Autodesk Class Contents Section 1 Introduction Overview of the Class Section 2 The Limitations of Image Files for Measurement Purposes Poor resolution, scaling inaccuracies Section 3 The Limitations of Vector PDF Files for Measurement Purposes Lack of drawing intelligence and layers Section 4 How to configure 2D CAD Files for Measurement Purposes Layers, Blocks, Polylines Section 5 How to Optimize 3D DWFx TM Files for Estimating Purposes Family naming, Project Units, Areas/Rooms, Shared Parameters 2011 Autodesk Section 1 Introduction 2011 Autodesk Introduction Improving the cost outcome is a major performance metric so there are major benefits to be gained by assisting the measurement and estimating workflows It is not just about interoperable software A collaborative team approach is the key to better outcomes Designers can configure any drawing files to facilitate the quantities measurement and estimating activities 2011 Autodesk Section 2 The Limitations of Image Files for Measurement Purposes 2011 Autodesk Section 3 The Limitations of PDF Files for Measurement Purposes 2011 Autodesk Section 4 How to Configure 2D CAD Files for Measurement Purposes 2011 Autodesk Section 5 How to Optimize 3D DWFx TM Files for Estimating Purposes 2011 Autodesk Section 5.01 Family Naming Conventions 2011 Autodesk Section 5.02 Project Units 2011 Autodesk Section 5.03 Areas/Rooms 2011 Autodesk Section 5.04 Shared Parameters 2011 Autodesk Section How to Create a Shared Parameter 2011 Autodesk Section How to Add a Shared Parameter to a Project 2011 Autodesk Section How to Apply a Shared Parameter to Objects in the Project 2011 Autodesk Section Examples of Shared Parameters 2011 Autodesk Conclusion A Collaborative approach to drawing file optimization can be of significant benefit regardless of the file format used Some simple steps can dramatically assist team workflows and productivity Work with your team members to develop protocols for file sharing and optimization For further details: Simon Lovegrove MRICS AAIQS CostX Estimating Software 2011 Autodesk Autodesk, AutoCAD* [*if/when mentioned in the pertinent material, followed by an alphabetical list of all other trademarks mentioned in the material] are registered trademarks or trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries and/or affiliates in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders. Autodesk reserves the right to alter product and services offerings, and specifications and pricing at any time without notice, and is not responsible for typographical or graphical errors that may appear in this document. 2011 Autodesk, Inc. All rights reserved.