Metric Tutorials - Autodesk

13 In the Project Browser, under 3D Views, double-click East Section - Perspective.
14 Click File menu ➤ Close.
To save changes, click File menu ➤ Save As, and save the exercise file with a unique name, or
close the exercise file without saving changes. The next exercise uses a new training file.
15 Proceed to the next exercise, Completing the Structural Model on page 154.
Completing the Structural Model
In previous lessons, you have added columns and horizontal framing to your model. In the exercises that
follow, you complete the structural model, adding horizontal framing, bracing, openings, foundation, and
concrete wall framing.
Completing the Steel Framing of Level 2
In this exercise, you complete the horizontal framing of Level 2 by adding girders and beam systems, as well
as cantilevers and outriggers.
Training File
■ Click File menu ➤ Open.
■ In the left pane of the Open dialog, click Training Files, and open Metric\m_RST_CSM_2.rvt.
Add girders using the grid tool
1 In the Project Browser, under Structural Plans, double-click Level 2.
2 On the Modelling tab of the Design Bar, click Beam.
3 In the Type Selector, select UB-Universal Beam: 356x171x51UB.
4 On the Options Bar:
■ Specify Level 2 for Plane.
■ Specify Girder for Usage.
■ Click Grid.
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