Course Level: Intermediate

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Create 2D/3D models for mechanical and industrial systems

• Integrate mechanical components into BIM environments

• Perform simulations and basic performance analysis

• Generate technical documentation for manufacturing and construction

• Collaborate using shared BIM platforms

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to CAD and BIM in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

• Overview of CAD and BIM in mechanical and industrial applications

• Importance of digital modeling in facility and system design

• Introduction to AutoCAD, Revit, and Fusion 360 for mechanical workflows

• Setting up collaborative design environments

Case Study: Digital transformation of a manufacturing plant using BIM tools

Module 2: 2D Drafting for Mechanical Layouts in AutoCAD

• Drawing mechanical floor plans and sections

• Creating P&IDs (piping and instrumentation diagrams)

• Layer management and annotation standards

• Drafting pipe routes, equipment, and HVAC elements

Case Study: Draft a mechanical layout and P&ID for a compressed air system

Module 3: 3D Parametric Modeling for Mechanical Components

• Solid and surface modeling using Fusion 360 or AutoCAD 3D

• Parametric constraints and model control

• Creating assemblies and subassemblies

• Converting 2D drafts into 3D models

Case Study: Model a conveyor system used in a packaging facility

Module 4: Introduction to Revit MEP for Mechanical Systems

• Revit interface and MEP-specific tools

• Mechanical system templates and families

• Navigating views, sections, and system browser

• Collaboration and linking models in Revit

Case Study: Set up a BIM project for a warehouse HVAC system

Module 5: HVAC System Modeling and Analysis

• Designing ductwork and air terminal layouts in Revit MEP

• Equipment selection and sizing basics

• Airflow simulation overview

• Zoning and space planning for HVAC

Case Study: Model and analyze HVAC zones for an office floor plan

Module 6: Mechanical Equipment Placement and System Configuration

• Placing mechanical equipment in building and plant contexts

• Connecting equipment to mechanical systems (ducts, pipes)

• Mechanical system hierarchy and system analysis

• Equipment tagging and data scheduling

Case Study: Place and connect industrial boilers and pumps in a plant room

Module 7: BIM Coordination and Clash Detection

• Introduction to clash detection tools (e.g., Navisworks)

• Coordination between mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems

• Reviewing and resolving inter-discipline conflicts

• Design communication and issue tracking

Case Study: Detect and resolve clashes in an industrial kitchen BIM model

Module 8: Documentation and Fabrication Drawing Production

• Generating detailed drawings from BIM models

• Creating fabrication and installation drawings

• Adding dimensions, tags, and legends

• Exporting for CNC and shop floor use

Case Study: Produce fabrication drawings for ductwork in a hospital HVAC system

Module 9: BIM for Plant Layout and Industrial Systems

• Modeling piping systems and process layouts

• Designing utility systems (steam, chilled water, compressed air)

• Integrating structural and architectural context

• BIM for operations and facility management

Case Study: Create a BIM model for a pharmaceutical production facility’s utilities

Module 10: Capstone Project – Full Mechanical BIM Integration

• Final project combining CAD and BIM workflows

• Design, model, and coordinate a complete mechanical system

• Present system documentation, simulation results, and clash resolution

• Course review and final Q&A

Capstone Case Study: Model the mechanical and utility systems for a multi-use industrial plant