Tutorials

Managing layout points

Learn how to manage layout points with Organizer and with Layout Manager. Additionally, learn how to define local coordinate systems, and how to export layout data to field devices. This is tutorial 3/3 in the Layouts module, and 26/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 15, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3.5
  • concrete contractor basics

Creating layout points

Learn how to create layout points with two different tools: Layout Point and Layout Point Applicator. This is tutorial 2/3 in the Layouts module, and 25/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 15, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3.5
  • concrete contractor basics

Introduction: Layouts

Get to know how you can effectively work in Tekla Structures to create and manage layout points. This is tutorial 1/3 in the Layouts module, and 24/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 15, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3.5
  • concrete contractor basics

Formwork reporting

Learn to create a new category for formwork related objects in Organizer, and how to export formwork reports to Microsoft Excel. This is tutorial 4/4 in the Formwork planning module, and 20/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 15, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3
  • concrete contractor basics

Modeling formwork

Learn to model formwork with Tekla Structures; to download the necessary tools from Tekla Warehouse, and how to use them to model formwork for walls and slabs. This is tutorial 3/4 in the Formwork planning module, and 19/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 15, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
2.666665
  • concrete contractor basics

Creating form faces

Learn how to download and install the form face creator tool, how to define settings for the tool, and how to create form faces. This is tutorial 2/4 in the Formwork planning module, and 18/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 15, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3
  • concrete contractor basics

Introduction: Formwork planning

Learn how to speed up formwork planning and create realistic formwork models quickly and easily with Tekla Structures. This is tutorial 1/4 in the Formwork planning module, and 17/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 15, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3.5
  • concrete contractor basics

Creating reinforcement using rebar sets

Learn about rebar sets and how to use them to reinforce concrete parts. You will also learn how to modify rebar sets. This is tutorial 3/3 in the Reinforcement modeling module, and 34/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 12, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
4.25
  • concrete contractor basics
  • concrete reinforcement

Creating reinforcement using components

Learn how to create rebar groups manually and automatically, with components. Learn how to create pad footing reinforcement, starter bars for footings, column reinforcement, beam reinforcement, and mesh bars. This is tutorial 2/3 in the Reinforcement modeling module, and 33/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 12, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
4
  • concrete contractor basics
  • concrete reinforcement

Introduction: Reinforcement modeling

Learn about the several methods Tekla Structures offers for creating reinforcement. This is tutorial 1/3 in the Reinforcement modeling module, and 32/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 12, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3
  • concrete contractor basics
  • concrete reinforcement

Converting existing geometries

Learn how to convert concrete geometries from an existing IFC model into native Tekla Structures parts. Learn also about the different steps of the conversion process, and how to convert objects as extrusions and with item conversion. This is tutorial 3/3 in the Concrete modeling module, and 31/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 12, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3.5
  • concrete contractor basics
  • Convert IFC objects

Publishing model information

Learn to export model information in the form of an IFC file, and how to use Trimble Connect to share this information with other project members. This is tutorial 3/3 in the Delivering model information to site module, and 23/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 12, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3.5
  • concrete contractor basics
  • IFC export

Creating and modifying construction drawings

Learn how to create drawings based on model views, and the basics on modifying drawings: How to create dimension lines, marks, and section views. Finally, learn how to use the Drawing content manager for checking and editing drawing content. This is tutorial 2/3 in the Delivering model information to site module, and 22/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 12, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
5
  • concrete contractor basics
  • construction drawings

Introduction: Delivering model information to site

Get an overview on how you can transform a concrete model into a construction drawing, and how you can share model information with others using IFC and Trimble Connect. This is tutorial 1/3 in the Delivering model information to site module, and 21/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 12, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3
  • concrete contractor basics

Planning with Task manager

Learn the basics of Task Manager: scheduling with tasks and how to use Task Manager. Additionally, learn how to create tasks, about task types and task information, and how to create scenarios. Finally, learn how to track project progress. This is tutorial 1/2 in the Task planning module, and 15/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 11, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3.5
  • concrete contractor basics

Working with embeds

Learn about embeds in Tekla Structures, how to place them in a model, and how to create your own embeds. This is tutorial 1/1 in the Adding embeds module, and 35/35 in the Tekla Structures for Concrete Contractors elearning course.
April 11, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
5
  • concrete contractor basics

Basics of Organizer

Use Organizer to view and create reports on model information based on what you select in the model. Organizer consists of two parts: Object Browser and categories.
April 2, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
3
  • Concrete contractor videos
  • Organizer

Using selection filters

Learn how to use selection filters to select objects from a Tekla Structures model.
April 2, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
0
  • Concrete contractor videos
  • selection filters

Tekla Structures objects

Tekla Structures objects are model objects that are either created in a model, or imported into it. There are many different kinds of objects: parts (such as columns and beams), reinforcement, points, reference objects, and so on.
April 2, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
0
  • Concrete contractor videos
  • model objects

Cut parts with polygons

Learn how to create polygonal openings within parts with the Polygon cut command. We will show you how you can easily create a symmetrical polygon cut and how you can modify the shape of a polygon cut with the direct modification function.
March 29, 2019
by Tekla User Assistance
5
  • polygon cuts
  • cutting

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