Gain knowledge in the building and construction industries.
Learn the required skills, technologies, applications, and platforms used throughout these workplaces.
Our Building & Construction Design Applications Specialist training program focuses on teaching the required applications used in the building and construction trades, including architectural and civil design roles. Modern infrastructure upgrade requirements put a strain on the availability of existing resources with these updated skills. Existing technologies and tools available are also rapidly expanding - creating large gaps between existing skill sets and the knowledge required today to meet current infrastructure demands.
First, you will study to become a proficient 3D Parametric Solid Modeler & Detailer using an industry standard 3D Computer Aided Design tool called Revit. You will learn to create 3D models and produce technically accurate drawings of building and other civil structures while learning industry standard drafting & modeling practices. Core topics will be Revit Essential Training: Architecture, Advanced Modeling & Detailing. You'll also learn the other industry standard tools AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, and SketchUp.
Subject matter also includes a deep dive into using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini and many other tools to streamline your day-to-day job functions. Additional subject matter may include AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit, Building Design & Construction, Construction Management, Planning, Cost Estimation, Surveying, Geotechnical Engineering, GIS, Python, MATLAB, VBA, BIM, Dynamo & Navisworks, Adobe Cloud Suite, Inventor, SolidWorks, Public Speaking for Engineers, System Dynamics & Controls, Energy Fundamentals, Fluid Mechanics & CFD, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, and beyond.
Architectural-based elective courses include Home Construction, Roman & Postmodern Architecture, Designing a Healthcare Facility with Revit and BIM, Residential Architecture, Architectural Visualization, Design of Small Homes & Energy-Efficient Buildings, Solar Design, Interior Design, Lighting, Landscaping, Garden Design, Urban Design, Strategic Planning, Lumion, Sustainability, Hydraulics & Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, and Adobe Creative Cloud applications including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and beyond
Beginner to advanced Microsoft courses are also available as electives - such as Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, OneNote, OneDrive, SharePoint, Access, PowerPoint, Project, Publisher, Planner, Visio, Lists, and beyond.
Been working in the construction industry and want to move to the next level? Our Building & Construction program is for you.
At Visible Edge, we tailor our Education & Training programs to fit all experience levels — from beginners to advanced industry specialists. Not sure where to start? Contact our team to unlock new career opportunities. Our counselors help you create a customized training plan based on your past experience, current needs, and future goals.
If you're currently unemployed, you may qualify for full program funding — 100% covered with no out-of-pocket costs to you. We are WIOA, Trade Act, and Section 30 approved. Visible Edge also offers various financing and funding options.
Upon completion of the program, students may obtain industry-recognized certifications including, but not limited to:
Revit for Structural (ACP)
Revit for Architectural (ACP)
Revit MEP Electrical Certified Professional
Revit MEP Mechanical & Plumbing Certified Professional
Revit Structure Certified Professional
LEED Certifications
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt
Lean Management
and more.