As a building information modeling (BIM) professional, navigating the ever-evolving landscape of standards and technologies is essential. Explore the opportunities offered by the buildingSMART Professional Certification Program, designed to elevate openBIM expertise. In this session, learn how you can enhance your BIM career through the PCERT program. Explore the certification levels available and gain insight into the skills and knowledge areas covered in each level, critical for success in a modern BIM ecosystem. Discover how buildingSMART and Autodesk drive the advancement of open standards and empowerment of BIM professionals. Gain invaluable insights into the certification process, and discover how the program equips the next generation with future-proof skills. This session is tailored for BIM professionals using Autodesk products such as Revit software, Navisworks software, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and other BIM tools. Learn how to enhance your proficiency and stand out in a competitive job market through certification.

In updating the Master Drainage Plan for Brookings, South Dakota, ISG faced challenges reconciling flood risk maps with community experiences. Despite a doubling of the flood-risk area, doubts arose due to discrepancies with historical records and incomplete evaluations of existing flood-reduction efforts. Using InfoWorks ICM software, ISG employed advanced modeling techniques to generate a more accurate flood map, enabling prioritization of mitigation projects. Stakeholder engagement ensured realistic modeling, leading to actionable results and strategies for water quality improvement. This approach underscores the importance of informed modeling in building resilient communities amid climate change uncertainties.

As a leading engineering firm, VHB aspires to be at the forefront of innovation and technology. We achieve this goal by using Autodesk Construction Cloud, a cloud-based storage solution, to improve our design process. Autodesk Construction Cloud is not just a tool for construction services, Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro software in Autodesk Construction Cloud can be used to boost Civil 3D and Revit performance by reducing open times, preventing crashes, and maintaining data quality. As the design process grows more complex, it requires continuous collaboration with clients, subconsultants, and stakeholders. Autodesk Construction Cloud allows essential parties to access, collaborate, and integrate seamlessly throughout the design process, ultimately enhancing outcomes for our clients. The connected workflow creates a more efficient design process, elevating our projects, especially those with integrated services. Collaboration is vital in our dynamic industry, and this session will illustrate how your design teams can use Autodesk Construction Cloud throughout the entire design process to increase efficiencies.

Join our AU class as we explore using Autodesk Forma software to rapidly simulate and analyze the impacts of extreme climate scenarios. We'll focus on the challenges of temperatures reaching 50+ degrees Celsius in Dubai, demonstrating how Forma software's powerful 3D geometry and microclimate analysis tools drastically cut down the time taken for such complex simulations. By recreating London's cityscape under these conditions, we'll provide valuable insights for sustainable architecture and city planning. Attendees will learn how Forma can significantly optimize their workflows, saving time without compromising on the quality of analysis. Come and engage in discussions about harnessing technology to mitigate climate-change impacts on urban environments

Many people look at Autodesk Construction Cloud, especially the Autodesk Build platform, and believe it's only for the construction industry. However, many design disciplines that work with the construction industry use the Autodesk Construction Cloud platform, especially architectural/design firms. While Autodesk Build is ideally set up to be a more collaborative workflow, that doesn't mean it has to be used in that way. This session will show you how our architectural firm uses different aspects of Autodesk Build before and during construction. We'll cover how our firm went from a dual-input, multiprogram workflow to using Autodesk Build for specific field workflows. We'll cover the tools we use in Autodesk Build and how we use custom forms and reports to get the output to look the way we want it to look. By using Autodesk Build workflows, we'll explain how we became more efficient in capturing data, and how we get the appropriate information into the hands of our construction partners in hours instead of days.

In 2018, HMC Architects created a dedicated digital practice to support the firm's digital transformation. A major pillar of HMC's digital practice is technology training, which serves to develop the "digital IQ" of team members in their adoption of the latest technologies and methods. As the leader of this division of digital practice, the speaker has developed technology training regimens to increase HMC's project teams' technical abilities, implementation of cloud-based collaboration, and other advanced building information modeling (BIM)-based workflows. Today, our technology training has merged with all of HMC's learning and development training with the implementation of a unified learning management system. From here, we'll have the ability to integrate more of the firm's business data and gain insights into how our people make the greatest impact on design outcomes.

The evolution of design and drafting has increasingly given us tools that inform and expedite our processes. But what can we learn from the implementation of CAD, building information modeling (BIM), and now AI to prepare teams for the future of design tools? Working at a multidisciplinary design firm encompassing planning, landscape, architecture, and interiors has shown me that technology adoption and digital maturity happen at different rates. But regardless of the tools used and efficiency in practice, projects are completed. Focusing on the finished work, lessons learned can become the quantitative outcomes we bring to the beginning of projects in this era of outcome-focused process. By distilling 50+ years of digital asset creation and the analysis of completed projects, we can uncover the potential embedded within our digital archives.

Join us to explore strategies for accelerating Autodesk Platform Services adoption within your organization. Learn how to maximize Autodesk Platform Services benefits and efficiency while ensuring correct and safe implementation. We'll guide you step by step, from raising Autodesk Platform Services awareness to creating guidelines, building essential skill sets, and ensuring safe adoption across your organization.

Much has been made of the existential threat AI poses to many professions. However, due to the complex nature of architectural projects, we need not fear losing our design agency (or employment) to an AI architect. While there's work over which architects want and need to maintain control, there's also plenty of work that architects would gladly hand over to an AI bot. Using AI allows architects to focus on meaningful design work, rather than tedious minutiae. Also, by passing off more-menial tasks to AI, junior staff can be empowered to get more-meaningful experience. This will be demonstrated through practical examples of how AI is integrated into multiple workflows and processes at ZGF Architects, including project benchmarking, Revit automation/standardization, and semantic search of code documents.

Have you ever zoned out during a presentation packed with charts, text, and distracting transitions, leaving you confused about the main points? You're not alone. How we present significantly influences the amount of information the audience retains. This session goes beyond just delivering information; it dives into the art of purposeful presentations. Here, you'll gain the skills to create presentations that resonate with your audience and help you achieve your goals. Through practical exercises and actionable takeaways, you'll discover how to structure compelling content, use visuals strategically, and deliver your message with confidence. This session will equip both seasoned presenters and those just starting out with the tools and techniques to transform their presentations from average to outstanding.

This session will walk through how catchments or watersheds can be automatically generated using a surface model and assigned to drainage networks as part of a concept design in Civil 3D software. Ultimately, with the Civil 3D InfoDrainage integration tool, we'll show how you can bring all the data across to InfoDrainage and use its more extensive runoff routing methods and rainfall generation tools to set up and simulate hydrology, and accurately size up the drainage network.

Discover how we addressed design collaboration and seamless coordination among numerous designers and contractors in the world's longest immersed tunnel. During the basic design, 700+ models were created in Revit software to define complex elements like fire safety, lighting, ventilation, electrical, and ICA systems. To expedite progress, we implemented automations with Dynamo to swiftly model repetitive elements along the tunnel alignments. This helped us achieve a 70% time reduction in modeling and production costs. Real-time interdisciplinary collaboration was vital, along with streamlining information exchange, which Autodesk Construction Cloud facilitated as the ultimate source of truth for the 30 members involved in developing cloud-based models. IDOM dives into the details of the Fehmarnbelt Fixed Link project during the session, seeking to inspire others by showcasing the remarkable engineering feats and collaborative efforts on a global scale.

As new programs are developed and implemented across the construction and design worlds, it can be difficult to discern how specific tools are helpful. Convincing others to migrate from their tried-and-true methods can be even more difficult, even when the benefits are clear. In this session, we will unpack the advantages of executing horizontal design projects within Autodesk Construction Cloud. We will explore how Autodesk Construction Cloud facilitates optimal utilization of data acquired from the field, as well as generated in the office, thereby empowering teams to make superior design decisions. We'll be covering some of the novel ways we at VHB have made use of its tools for roadway design, its strengths when used from project start to finish, and some of the best arguments for making the switch to Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Data-driven decision-making is crucial for project success, enabling informed choices and continuous improvement. Platforms like Assemble and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) store valuable data that, when used effectively, can significantly enhance project outcomes. The Power BI connector facilitates seamless data collection and organization from these platforms, allowing for smooth transfer and integration into Power BI for visualization and analysis. Project teams can leverage these insights to optimize project progress by identifying areas for improvement and potential risks, enabling proactive issue prevention and resolution. This minimizes costs, delays, and quality problems. Additionally, retrospective data analysis allows learning from past successes and failures, leading to more informed decisions for future projects. This data-driven approach fosters a culture of continuous learning and improvement, resulting in increased competitiveness and client satisfaction.

Frustrated by communication breakdowns slowing down your architecture, engineering, and construction projects? Discover how Autodesk Construction Cloud can revolutionize the way your design teams collaborate. This cloud-based platform goes beyond software limitations, fostering seamless teamwork anytime, anywhere. Imagine a central hub for all project discussions, meeting minutes, and reports, keeping everyone informed and aligned with the project. Autodesk Construction Cloud streamlines workflows by automating tasks and managing documents efficiently. The result? Improved communication, boosted project efficiency, and a significant impact on your overall project delivery. In summary, this session will equip you with the knowledge to centralize communication for complete project transparency, enable real-time collaboration across disciplines, and streamline workflows for maximum project efficiency.

Nearly all design firms today produce intelligent models created by building information modeling (BIM), yet the rich data these models hold is often underused or merely labeled for "informational purposes." This session will dive into the transformative potential of fully integrating intelligent models into the contractual framework. We will examine the advantages of intelligent-model dissemination and envision a future where intelligent models are standard contract documents. To demonstrate this idea, we will present a case study from a $1 billion laboratory project at a local university, where intelligent models were successfully incorporated into the contract documents.

Is your design firm drowning in time-consuming documentation and detailing tasks? Studies show that firms dedicate an average of 30% of their project time to this critical phase, and even a small error during documentation can snowball into costly rework—up to 30% of project costs in some cases. This presentation will dive into Be.Smart Documentation Tools, a revolutionary solution for Revit software that tackles these challenges head-on. We'll showcase how Be.Smart automates repetitive tasks, enforces consistent documentation standards, and significantly reduces the risk of errors. Join us and learn how to reclaim valuable time from your documentation process, while minimizing rework and boosting your firm's profitability.

Applied learning is at the core of defining every graduate's progression to becoming a professional engineer. For mechanical engineering students at University College London (UCL), this is embedded in our curriculum and facilitated at MechSpace. MechSpace is a practical teaching space where students learn to apply their theoretical skills to real-world engineering problems. It's a safe space to try things out, iteratively improve, and learn from those experiences. While having dedicated physical space is a great start for this learning format, it needs to be underpinned by the digital tools at the forefront of Industry 4.0. Autodesk Fusion software serves as the digital backbone for all that we do at UCL, from ultraefficient hydrogen-powered vehicles to minimally invasive heart surgery devices. Using MechSpace as a case study, this talk will explain the benefits of Autodesk Fusion, from hands-on teaching of design fundamentals to enhancing the student-led education experience within UCL.

University College London (UCL) Mechanical Engineering faces the challenge of teaching 200+ new students each year—95% of whom have never used a CAD package before. By using both Autodesk learning content and self-paced learning for Autodesk Fusion software, a student's educational journey can be tailored to their individual experience levels. Working with Autodesk Academic Partners, such as Fabrio, the educational feedback loop can be scaled by developing interactive courses that integrate learning, feedback, and live assessment. This case study will detail UCL's unique experience of training the next generation of engineers: from complete beginners to national design prize winners. At its core, Autodesk Fusion software acts as a catalyst to inspire students to teach themselves and each other, outpacing traditional classroom-based learning. Join us to explore the best tools to teach CAD in 2024.

Considering the imminent climate crisis, we need to reduce our emissions drastically. However, at the same time, the mobility sector is steadily growing. One solution can be the Hyperloop, promising shorter travel times than air passenger travel with fewer emissions. mu-zero HYPERLOOP is a team of 50+ passionate students from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) with a mission to contribute to a sustainable future of transportation. Each year, we design and build a Hyperloop Pod using Autodesk Fusion software, and ultimately compete very successfully against other teams at the European Hyperloop Week (EHW). This session will explore how we use Fusion to design and manage a complex project with 25,000+ components and collaborate with 50+ team members. Learn how to use Fusion as a comprehensive platform for concept sketching, simulation, generative design, and the handling of large assemblies and streamlined manufacturing workflows.