Revit Mep Tutorial [updated] Now

Here’s a text-based outline of a beginner-friendly Revit MEP tutorial covering the essential workflow. (For images/videos, search the quoted phrase on YouTube or Autodesk Knowledge Network.)

1. Setup & Links

Start → New Project → Choose MEP Template (e.g., Mechanical-Default.rte ). Link Architecture Model → Insert → Link Revit → select architectural model (set positioning: Auto – Origin to Origin). Copy/Monitor Levels & Grids → Collaborate → Copy/Monitor → Select Link → pick levels/grids → Finish.

2. Spaces & Zones (HVAC)

Create Spaces → Analyze → Spaces → Place Spaces Automatically. Check Space Properties → Ensure boundaries (rooms, walls) are closed. Create Zones → Analyze → Zones → Select spaces → assign to zone (e.g., “Office Zone”).

3. HVAC Systems

Place Air Terminals → Systems → Air Terminal → load family (diffuser/grille). Add Mechanical Equipment → Load AHU/FCU → place. Create Supply Air System → Select terminals → Systems → Create System → Supply Air → select equipment. Duct Layout → Generate Layout → choose routing → set offsets/duct sizes. revit mep tutorial

4. Piping (Hydronic / Plumbing)

Place Mechanical Equipment (boiler, chiller) & Plumbing Fixtures (toilet, sink). Draw Pipes → Systems → Pipe → set diameter, offset, system type (Domestic Hot/Cold, Sanitary). Connect Equipment → Use “Connect Into” or pipe tool from connectors. Sloped Piping (sanitary) → In Pipe Properties, set Slope (e.g., 2%) → draw.

5. Electrical

Place Lighting Fixtures & Electrical Equipment (panelboard, transformer). Create Circuits → Select fixtures → Systems → Power → Create System → select panel. Cable Tray / Conduit → Systems → Cable Tray or Conduit → draw between panels & equipment. Switch Systems → Assign switches to lights (Lighting → Switch → Create System → add fixtures).

6. View & Sheets