Adding and Editing BIM Attributes

Once you begin to create the project model, you can use the BIM Attributes command to add and edit attributes including object types for each object in the project. You can also use the command to add extensions to an object by selecting from the available extensions for the enabled construction classification standards (modifying IFC entities).

You can specify formats according to construction classification standards including IFC, OmniClass and Uniformat (Me > Preferences). The extensions can also be driven by Data Setup dedicated files (such as automatic addition or removal operations).

This task shows you how to:


Before you begin:
  • Prior to setting BIM attributes, ensure that the standard extensions are enabled for the type. IFC extension is selected by default.
  • Specify the object creation options in the app preferences.
  • Ensure that you and others working on the project enable the constructions classifications standards for the project.
    Note: Your administrator may instead enable the construction classifications standards for everyone on the project.
  • Create your project model.
See Also
About Construction Standards

Context: An alternative method of adding and editing attribute values is Link Spreadsheet available in Civil Engineering 3D Design. With a valid license for Civil Engineering 3D Design and the appropriate assigned role, the system reflects in the BIM Attributes panel any changes that you make using Link Spreadheet. Likewise, the spreadsheet that you create with Link Spreadsheet reflects any changes that you make in the BIM Attributes panel.