# Revit for Residential Design Course Online

100% online with Revit software, live support and industry-recognized certificate

Canonical URL: <https://vdci.edu/courses/revit-for-residential>

## Overview

This course takes students with basic Revit skills through hands-on modeling of a complete two-story single-family home, from initial setup to final deliverables. The curriculum walks through building the full structure, adding documentation, and producing outputs, making this course perfect for CAD users stepping into BIM applications for their residential projects.

Students will strengthen their core Revit skills by setting up projects, modeling residential architectural and structural elements, and applying professional annotation tools for accurate documentation. The course concludes with assembling sheet sets, optimized views, and 3D visualizations.

## What you'll learn

- Set up a new project and model all essential architectural and structural components of a two-story home.
- Master the use of annotation tools, such as dimensions, tags, and schedules, to accurately document your design.
- Model and document detailed interior layouts for residential and commercial interior spaces.
- Compose a professional sheet set and manage all views and scales for optimal presentation.
- Generate high-quality 3D views for compelling client presentations.
- Create a comprehensive PDF deliverable that showcases your proficiency in Revit for residential design.

## Instructors

### Michael Wilson — Instructor

Michael is an Instructor for VDCI San Diego focusing on teaching and creating Revit courses to help students learn workflows through project based exercises that can be applied to real world projects. As a Licensed Architect in the State of California he has over 25 years of experience working on award winning commercial, municipal and industrial projects; creating spaces for some of the top pharmaceutical companies in the world, and enriching communities with projects like the El Cajon Animal Shelter, Mission Hills Library and El Centro Library. As an Autodesk Certified Platinum Revit Instructor he has helped train thousands of students over the past 15+ years within the San Diego AEC community and beyond.

**Credentials:**

- Autodesk Certified Instructor (ACI GOLD – 1 of 20 Awarded Globally)
- Autodesk Certified AutoCAD Professional
- Autodesk Certified Revit Professional
- Revit

### John Menvielle — Instructor

John has been working in the Multimedia World for more than 15 years but has had an interest in it ever since he was a child. He moved to San Diego to attend the University of California, San Diego, and upon graduating, decided to stick around “because of the weather.” He joined the VDCI Team in 2019 and has since come to appreciate a multitude of VDC Software.

**Credentials:**

- Autodesk Certified Instructor (ACI)
- Bluebeam Professional

### Reid Johnson — Instructor

Reid isn't just someone who knows CAD and BIM; he's a licensed architect and contractor who deeply integrates these technologies into every facet of his career. His hands-on experience as a practitioner building real-world projects provides him with an invaluable understanding of how BIM and CAD streamline workflows and enhance design. This practical foundation led him to Autodesk, where he shared his expertise, helping others effectively leverage these powerful tools. Throughout his professional journey, Reid also dedicates himself to education, consistently teaching university courses and shaping the next generation of design professionals by equipping them with essential CAD skills. His unique blend of practical experience, industry knowledge gained at Autodesk, and passion for teaching positions Reid as a true specialist in BIM and CAD technology, capable of bridging the gap between theory and real-world application.

**Credentials:**

- Autodesk Fusion Certified User
- Autodesk Revit Certified Professional
- Autodesk Certified Instructor
- Licensed Architect
- Licensed General Contractor

### David Nguyen — Instructor

David is the AEC Software Specialist at VDCI, with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and an Associate’s degree of science in Drafting and General Design from ITT Technical Institute. A San Diego native with over 12 years working in the Design Industry and construction industry, David brings his construction and design expertise to help all students achieve their goals in the field. Outside of his professional life, David loves attending concerts, festivals, playing his guitar and restoring and repairing all types of vehicles.

**Credentials:**

- OSHA 30 hr. Construction Safety Certified
- Construction Software: SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk Suite (AutoCAD, Fusion, REVIT)
- Mechanical Software: PTC CREO Parametric, Solidworks, MasterCAM

### Derek McFarland — Instructor

Over the course of the last 10 years of his architectural experience and training, Derek has developed a very strong set of skills and talents towards architecture, design and visualization. Derek grew up in an architectural family with his father owning his own practice in custom home design. Throughout the years, Derek has had the opportunity to work and be involved at his father's architecture office, dealing with clients, visiting job sites, and contributing in design and production works. Recently, Derek has built up an incredible resume of architecture experiences working at firms such as HOK in San Francisco, GENSLER in Los Angeles, and RNT, ALTEVERS Associates, HMC, and currently as the lead designer at FPBA in San Diego. Derek has specialized in the realm of architectural design and digital design.

### Marc Mucciaccio

Marc is an Architectural Designer and Educator at VDCI, holding a Bachelor of Architecture from the Bernard & Anne Spitzer School of Architecture at CCNY, with a Minor in Art. A New York local with years of experience at prestigious NYC firms — including Douglas Wright Architects, Groves & Co., Joseph Vance Architects, and Studio SFW — Marc brings deep expertise in technical precision and architectural representation to help students excel in the field. Outside of work, he enjoys cycling along the West Side Highway, exploring Central Park, and visiting historic architectural sites.

Credentials:

- NAAB-Accredited 5-Year B.Arch, City College of New York (CUNY)
- Design Software: ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, SketchUp, Rhinoceros, Vectorworks
- Rendering Software: Enscape, Twinmotion, V-Ray, Redshift
- Specializations: High-End Residential Design, Construction Documentation, BIM Management

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $579
