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ABOUT THIS STANDARD
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AUTHORS
Igor Rogachev
Autodesk Certified Instructor
Autodesk Elite Expert
Autodesk Civil 3D Certified Professional
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CONTENTS
1 SCOPE ................................................................................................................................... 5
2 REFERENCES ....................................................................................................................... 6
3 TERMS AND DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................... 7
4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS TO BIM MODELS .................................................................... 9
5 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS TO THE BASIS OF DESIGN.................................................. 10
6 SURVEY DATA..................................................................................................................... 11
7 TOPOGRAPHICAL SYMBOLS ............................................................................................. 12
8 GEOLOGIC DATA ................................................................................................................ 13
9 REQUIREMENTS TO LEVELS OF DEVELOPMENT ........................................................... 14
10 DEVELOPMENT AN AGGREGATED MODEL.................................................................... 15
11 NAMING CONVENTIONS................................................................................................... 19
12 SPATIAL LOCATION AND COORDINATION ..................................................................... 26
13 WORKING WITH TEMPLATES .......................................................................................... 27
14 DWT TEMPLATES OVERVIEW.......................................................................................... 27
15 EXPORT FROM AUTOCAD CIVIL 3D ................................................................................ 29
16 USING AUTODESK SUBASSEMBLY COMPOSER ........................................................... 32
17 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ...................................................................................... 34
18 COLLABORATIVE BIM DATA SHARING ........................................................................... 36
APPENDIX A. BASE LOD SPECIFICATION FOR INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS .............. 42
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CORPORATE BIM STANDARD
For Infrastructure Projects Using Autodesk
Infrastructure Design Suite
1 SCOPE
1.1 This standard is intended to support organizations involved in the process of creation and use
BIM models for infrastructure projects, and focuses primarily on adaptation the best practices for
efficient application of Autodesk Infrastructure Design Suite (AutoCAD Civil 3D, AutoCAD Map 3D,
Autodesk InfraWorks, and Autodesk Navisworks) as well as other Autodesk solutions. However,
this Standard does not restrict the use of any other software tools.
1.2 This standard contains general requirements for BIM models in infrastructure and their levels of
development (LOD), as well as general requirements for coordinate systems.
1.3 The provisions of this Standard are indicative only and may be freely used as a template for
development corporate standards.
To define the standards, settings and best practices that ensure delivery of high quality and
uniform drawing output across an entire project.
To ensure that digital BIM files are structured correctly to enable efficient data sharing
whilst working in a collaborative environment across multidisciplinary teams both internally
and in external BIM environments.
1.5 It is expected that this Standard will be used by experts with the requisite experience and
qualifications.
1.6 All the advice outlined in this document is for information only. The authors and contributing
companies take no responsibility for the utilization of these procedures and guidelines. Their
suitability should be considered carefully before embarking upon any integration into your current
working practices.
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2 REFERENCES
This standard is written with reference to the following documents:
INTERIM ADVICE NOTE 184/14. Highways Agency Data & CAD Standard. Instructions on
naming conventions, file types and data structures for the delivery and transfer of CAD /
BIM files to the Highways Agency and its supply chain.
Building Component Catalogue with Level of Development Specification (LOD), Version 2.0
/ June 2015, MT Højgaard.
Topo Map Symbols. Scales 1:5000, 1:2000, 1:1000, 1:500. – Moscow: Nedra, 1989.
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3 TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
Building Information Model - BIM (for infrastructure projects): Digital representation of physical and
functional characteristics of the infrastructure asset in the form of a set of graphic and non-graphic
information serving as a common knowledge base of the of the infrastructure asset during its
lifecycle (design, construction, operation and modernization) and presented in a structured and
interconnected manner.
BIM Model: Design of the infrastructure asset, created using Building Information Modeling (BIM)
technology.
Level of Development (LOD): The level of development of a building information model (BIM) for
an infrastructure asset.
Element: Part of the building information model representing the component, system or assembly
(alignment, corridor, slope, profile, curb, roadway component, etc.).
Federated Building Information Model: Assembly of distinct models to create a single, complete
model of the infrastructure asset.
Common Data Environment (CDE): The single source of information for the project, used to collect,
manage and disseminate documentation, the graphical model and non-graphical data for the whole
project team (i.e. all project information whether created in a BIM environment or in a conventional
data format). Creating this single source of information facilitates collaboration between project
team members and helps avoid duplication and mistakes.
Work in Progress Area: Component of the CDE. Data described as Work in Progress is that which
is currently in production and has not yet been checked and verified for use outside of the
authoring team.
Shared Area: Component of the CDE. The shared area of the CDE is where information can be
made available to others in a “safe” environment.
Published Area: Component of the CDE for drawing renditions that have been approved as
suitable for a specific purpose – for example, suitable for construction. 2D DWF or PDF drawings
and sheets shall be stored here.
Archive Area: Component of the CDE. Archiving of all output data from the BIM shall be stored in
the Archive area, including published, superseded and „As Built‟ drawings and data.
Collision Detection: Process of finding design errors resulting geometric intersections such as the
intersection of two or more objects, violations of tolerances or logical dependencies between
elements, etc.
Coding of information: The information conversion process and/or data presentation. It is used in
organizations that have a system of classification/coding of objects and elements of infrastructure
assets.
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Surface: Digital representation of the terrain relief (existing or planned).
Subassembly: AutoCAD Civil 3D drawing object (AECCSubassembly) that defines the geometry of
a component used in a corridor section.
Digital Terrain Model (DTM): Topographic model of the bare earth – terrain relief – that can be
manipulated by computer programs.
Custom Subassembly: AutoCAD Civil 3D subassembly that meet your specific design
requirements, created by using Autodesk Subassembly Composer or by using programming tools.
Autodesk Subassembly Composer (SAC): Add-in to AutoCAD Civil 3D. Provides an interface for
composing and modifying complex subassemblies, without a need for programming.
PKT: Files created using Autodesk Subassembly Composer (SAC) which contain information
about custom elements. PKT files are then imported into AutoCAD Civil 3D software.
SAC Flowchart: Set of SAC elements, located in the Flowchart or Sequence. Determines the
behavior of custom elements.
SAC Codes: Codes for the flowchart elements. The syntax is (‘CODE’).
LandXML: Standard XML data format for civil engineering and survey data used in the land
development and transportation industries. LandXML provides a data format suitable for long-term
data archiving and offers a standard format for electronic design submission. LandXML files are
based on the LandXML schema, an XML schema definition for civil and survey data.
DWG: The native file format for AutoCAD data files. It contains all the pieces of information a user
enters, such as designs, geometric data, maps, etc.
NWC: Enables project teams using Navisworks software to generate whole-project models for
simulation and analysis. Team members can generate the optimized NWC file directly from design
applications without the need for a licensed seat of Navisworks. The NWC exporter utility works
with a range of products, including AutoCAD and Revit software-based products, as well as 3ds
Max software. The NWC file format supports transfer of both object geometry and associated
metadata.
ADSK: Files for the exchange of information between Autodesk Revit / AutoCAD Civil 3D and
Autodesk Inventor / Autodesk Revit.
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4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS TO BIM MODELS
4.1 All BIM models must be developed using only the object-oriented elements such as
alignments, corridors, slopes, etc., containing the appropriate parametric information.
4.2 Classification of objects and elements shall be executed by encoding these objects and
elements (if the organization has the system for classifying and coding of objects and elements of
infrastructure projects).
4.3 All objects and elements of the BIM model must have dimensions corresponding to the actual
construction elements (except elements shown schematically in the form of symbols).
4.4 Objects from different disciplines need to be coordinated with respect to reference points.
4.5 Units must be the same for all BIM models. As a standard, the metric system is adopted.
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5 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS TO THE BASIS OF DESIGN
5.1 All basis material must be within the agreed data formats, allowing full operation with them on
reading, printing and editing.
5.3 Baseline data should be available in formats that compatible with AutoCAD Civil 3D. They have
to be coordinated with respect to the project’s global coordinate system.
5.4 If data cannot be obtained in the correct format, they must be converted.
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6 SURVEY DATA
6.1 Survey data should be presented in the form of a file or AutoCAD objects according to Table 1.
Type Description
3D faces 3D faces
6.2 Survey information is used to create surfaces and infrastructure elements. As a result of the
design, the data are combined into the digital terrain model (DTM).
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7 TOPOGRAPHICAL SYMBOLS
7.1 The data should be presented in the form of text files.
7.2 Topographical symbols are coded according to the document “Topo Map Symbols. Scales
1:5000, 1:2000, 1:1000, 1:500. – Moscow: Nedra, 1989.”
Type Description
North
East
Elevation
7.4 Data on topo symbols can come in the same file as the survey data.
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8 GEOLOGIC DATA
8.1 Geological data should be presented in the form of surfaces.
North
East
Earth level
Column depth
8.4 A unique color must be assigned to each layer of soil. Colors are described in additional
document.
8.5 Geological surface should be formed for the bottom and top of the column element (soil).
Example:
6001_ Clunch_Bottom
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9 REQUIREMENTS TO LEVELS OF DEVELOPMENT
9.1 Information models are developed in stages, listed in Table 3.
9.2 Completion of BIM model is determined by the level of development according to the LOD
specification (see Appendix A).
9.4 Each stage corresponds to a certain type(s) of BIM models, according to Table 3.
9.5 Each stage is considered complete when the objects of the aggregated model are
corresponded to LOD (see Table 3).
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10 DEVELOPMENT AN AGGREGATED MODEL
The table below shows model progression (road as an example).
Table 3. Model Progression Specification (in relation to stages, BIM uses and LODs).
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Stage Model Type Use Export Data Level of Development (LOD)
(for roads) (for roads)
Surface Road Pipework Pier
Design Refined BIM Collision analysis (in plan view/profile) Plan and alignment
Stage model Selection of preliminary design Road model
The preliminary quantities estimate Road surface
Refined DTM
Preliminary calculations of culverts and Schedules
storm sewer systems 300 200-300 100 100
Visualizations
The combination of BIM models of objects
from different disciplines
Generation of schedules
Design decision making
Design BIM Collision analysis (in plan view/profile) Road model at LOD
model Quantities estimation 300
Visualizations Custom road surface
The combination of BIM models of objects Schedules
from different disciplines 300 350 200 200
Generation of schedules
Design decision making
Cost estimation
Design drawings generation
Detailed Detailed BIM Quantities estimation on all objects
Design model Creation of high quality video
presentations
Stage Schedules generation
Accurate collision detection 300+ 350+ 300+ 300+
Construction schedule visualization
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10.1 Stages and Tools
10.1.1 Preliminary Design Stage
10.1.1.1 This stage is characterized by low levels of development (100-200), and therefore the
model at this stage is called conceptual model or preliminary BIM model. This model contains only
the basic (primary) elements on which the development will be carried out at later stages.
10.1.1.2 At this stage an aggregated model is used for the following task:
Preliminary visualization
10.1.1.4 Autodesk InfraWorks 360 allows you to create and edit the infrastructure models with the
required LOD.
10.1.1.5 An aggregated model is formed in Autodesk InfraWorks 360 by 3D entities. This allows
you to visually monitor collisions.
10.1.1.7 Aggregated model at this stage can also be assembled in Autodesk Navisworks, however,
this application provide fewer opportunities to work with the aggregated model at the Preliminary
Design stage.
10.1.2.3 At this stage there are two types of aggregated model: refined model and design model.
10.1.2.4 The refined BIM model is characterized by a higher (relative to the model at the
Preliminary stage) LOD for the surfaces and corridors. The LOD for pipeworks and piers does not
change.
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10.1.2.5 The refined BIM model is used for the same tasks as the conceptual BIM model, however,
with higher accuracy of calculating quantities and detecting collisions.
10.1.2.6 Design BIM model contains objects of higher LOD (relative to the refined BIM model).
10.1.2.7 Infrastructure objects in the design BIM model are developed entirely.
10.1.2.8 Pipeworks and piers in the design BIM model are refined to LOD 200, which allows to
identify a greater number of collisions.
10.1.2.9 On the basis of design models it is possible to calculate quantities to generate schedules
and drawings.
10.1.2.11 When assembling the design BIM model, the data from AutoCAD Civil 3D (and/or from
Autodesk Revit) is transferred to Autodesk Navisworks in full, while maintaining consistency and
accuracy. This allows to obtain information about all objects involved in the development of the
aggregated model from a single software (Autodesk Navisworks), generate reports and identify
collisions.
10.1.3.2 Detailed BIM model reflects the objects in the form in which they will be built.
10.1.3.3 Based on the detailed model, the detailed drawings can be generated.
Generate schedules
10.1.3.7 This model can be further refined for use during construction and operation.
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11 NAMING CONVENTIONS
The following rules and naming schemes are a common approach and recommendations for the
development of naming conventions.
Terrain models
Alignment models
Corridor models
Custom models.
11.1.2 The codes are specified in the form set out in Table 4 below.
1 2 3
Example:
1 2 3
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11.2 Rules for Naming Objects and Elements
11.2.1 This section describes the basic rules for naming objects and elements.
11.2.2 Surface:
<Field1>_<Field2>_<Field3>
Field1 – Code (optional)
Example:
1000_1_Existing
11.2.3 Corridor:
<Field1>_<Field2>_<Field3>
Field1 – Code (optional)
Example:
3001_1_Main
11.2.4 Alignment:
<Field1>_<Field2>_<Field3>_<Field4>
Field1 – Code of the corridor (optional)
Example:
3001_3011_1_Main
<Field1>_<Field2>
Field1 – Code (optional)
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Field2 – Number of pipe network.
Example:
4001_1
11.2.6 Requirements for naming objects and other elements must be agreed with the customer.
11.3.2 The layer name of an object or element must contain the code and number of the object.
Example:
<Field1>_<Field2>_<Field3>
Field1 – Code of the corridor (optional)
11.3.3 Data included to the <Field 3> must be in accordance with the layer naming convention. In
the absence of such a convention the <Field3> should include a description of the elements in the
layer.
Example: 3001_1_Centerline
11.4.2 The names are formed by adding a prefix to the short name of the company for which a
template is developed. Use the emphasis as a separator between the prefix and the style name:
<Field1>_<Field2>
Field1 – Company name
Example:
XXX_ Contours
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11.4.3 If you need to make changes to a style, it is not allowed to edit an existing style. To do this,
you must copy the most appropriate style and give it a new name. The name is formed by adding
the name of the author between the company name and the style name:
<Field1>_<Field2>_<Field3>
Field1 – Company name
Example:
XXX_ Smith_Contours
11.4.4 If you need to create a new style, it is not allowed to edit an existing style. To do this, you
must copy the most appropriate style and give it a new name. The name is formed by adding the
name of the author between the company name and the style name:
<Field1>_<Field2>_<Field3>_<Field4>
Field1 – Company name
Field4 – Description.
Example:
XXX_ Smith_Contours_0.1m
11.5.2 For all three types of names is recommended to use the base name.
<Field1>_<Field2>
Field1 – A brief description (use underscore instead of spaces) or code (in the case
you include these elements in the list for coding)
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Field2 – Subassembly version.
6011_v1.01
11.5.4 For names under Subassembly Name in SAC (Packet Settings tab) the base name should
be changed in accordance with the technical limitations of SAC. In particular, you cannot use
spaces, periods, commas, etc. Therefore, the base name must be converted into the following
form: DitchedConnectionToExistingTerrain_v101. If the code is used, no changes are required.
11.5.5 The common operating system restrictions are applied to the PKT file names. This means
that the base name can be used as is.
11.5.6 For AutoCAD Civil 3D Tool Palette, the names are inherited from Subassembly Name of
SAC. It is recommended to change the names of the Tool Palette by replacing underscores with
spaces:
6011 v1.01
For group:
<Field1>_<Field2>
Field1 – Number of group
For point:
<Field1>_<Field2>
Field1 – Number of group
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11.7.1 Any custom properties that are added to the element of a BIM model should be named
according to their content:
<Field1>
Field1 – Name of property.
Example:
Floors
High
First level:
<Field1>
Field1 – Library section.
Example:
Main library
Additional library
Second level:
<Field1>
Field1 – Category.
Concrete
Grass
<Field1>
Field1 – Code.
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4111
4211
Third level:
<Field1>
Field1 – Name.
Lugged
Block
11.8.4 In case of using codes of a second level, the elements of the third level inherit the codes:
<Field1>_<Field2>
Field1 – Code
Field2 – Name.
4111_ Lugged
4211_ Block
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12 SPATIAL LOCATION AND COORDINATION
12.1 BIM projects shall use real world coordinate systems required by the customer (the SK-42,
SK-63, SK-95 and MSK-xx coordinate systems and Baltic 77 vertical datum).
12.2 Currently, official coordinate systems in the Russian Federation are SK-95 – for survey works
and MSK-xx – for cadastral works.
12.3.2 The algorithm of transition from one coordinate system to another should be done in the
following sequence:
e) Insert the data from the source drawing in the empty drawing using the AutoCAD Map 3D query
tool.
12.3.3 Note that copying the data between the drawings with different coordinate systems does not
work. Only an AutoCAD Map 3D query is allowed.
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13 WORKING WITH TEMPLATES
13.1 All AutoCAD Civil 3D project data is stored in drawing files (DWG). Therefore storage scheme
for AutoCAD Civil 3D settings has the same structure as AutoCAD and is based on DWT files.
13.2 The key point is to set the location of DWT templates when creating a new drawing.
13.4 All templates should be located in a shared network folder. The editing privileges may have
only BIM Manager / Coordinator.
13.5 In AutoCAD global settings on each workstation you must set a network folder where DWT
templates are located.
13.6 The AutoCAD global settings you must specify a template will be used by default when
creating a new drawing (QNEW command).
Survey – SV;
General layout – GL
Roads – RD
Railways – RW
Pipe networks – PN
Basic – No prefix
General – No prefix.
14.3 It is recommended to use the following templates provided by AutoCAD Civil 3D Russian
Country Kit:
Survey – Survey_RUS.dwt
Roads – GP_Roads_RUS.dwt
Railways – Rails_RUS.dwt
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14.4 Each block should include one or more templates. Templates should include only those styles
and settings that are needed for a discipline.
14.5 The General template includes all styles. Not recommended for use; it is used only for project
management.
14.6 The Basic template is necessary for the BIM manager’s individual tasks aimed to obtain
custom data. For this purpose, in the Basic template, all styles are located on the layer "0". BIM
manager creates custom layers and objects based on this template.
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15 EXPORT FROM AUTOCAD CIVIL 3D
Method 2. Export an NWC file from AutoCAD Civil 3D using the command NWCOUT.
15.1.2 Method 1 is not recommended, because AutoCAD Civil 3D objects may be not correctly
handled. Instead, use the method 2.
15.1.3 If AutoCAD Civil 3D does not recognize the NWCOUT command, the free Autodesk
Navisworks NWC export utility must be installed.
Turn off all AutoCAD Civil 3D data you don’t want to export by applying the style "Nothing"
or through the AutoCAD layers
All AutoCAD data should be turned off or frozen through the AutoCAD layers.
15.1.5 Be sure your DWG file contains only data you want to export.
15.1.6 It is not allowed to create a single NWC file that contains all objects. For example, for pipe
networks you should create several individual NWC files by system (drainage, water, gas, etc.). If
the infrastructure asset is too large, it is recommended to separate these files by zones or stations.
15.2.3 After exporting the size of the drawing is reduced, and AutoCAD Civil 3D data is converted
into a set of AutoCAD 3D objects.
Civil 3D surfaces
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15.3.1 Exporting AutoCAD Civil 3D Surfaces
There are three methods of exporting surfaces from Civil 3D to Revit: surfaces as contours,
surfaces as 3D faces, exporting using COGO points.
You apply a surface style to represent a surface as a set of contour lines, and then export to DWG
(or extract contours from the surface).
The resulting surface has a very low accuracy. Complex terrain elements and retaining walls
cannot be modeled. Therefore, this method is not recommended, although can be used for
visualizations.
You apply a surface style to represent a surface as a set of 3D faces, and then export to DWG (or
extract 3D faces from the surface).
If your surface is not complex, the resulting surface will have enough accuracy. Complex terrain
elements and retaining walls cannot be modeled.
Do the following:
Create COGO points on lines denoting a complex terrain. Increment should be less than 1
m. The smaller the increment, the higher the precision of the surface in the Autodesk Revit.
15.3.2.2 Converting AutoCAD Civil 3D corridors into AutoCAD solids is possible, starting with
AutoCAD Civil 3D Release 2015.
15.3.2.3 You can use AutoCAD Civil 3D Productivity Pack to convert pipe networks into AutoCAD
solids but this software may work incorrectly in some cases. If your AutoCAD Civil 3D Productivity
Pack doesn’t work correctly or not available in your company, you can do the following:
Select the pipe elements and execute the command EXPLODE. This creates an instance of
AutoCAD block.
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Execute the command EXPLODE again. This creates an AutoCAD solid.
15.3.3 Data Exchange between AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit Using ADSK
15.3.3.1 ADSK file format makes a data exchange between Civil 3D and Revit easier.
15.3.3.2 Using the ADSK format is recommended only if you double-check coordinates.
15.3.4.2 Ensure that coordinate systems in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Autodesk InfraWorks are the
same.
15.3.4.3 You can use formats other than IMX when you work in Autodesk InfraWorks.
15.3.4.4 To export loops from AutoCAD it is recommended to create AutoCAD Civil 3D parcels
using loops. Parcels should be transmitted through the ODF file format by exporting AutoCAD Civil
3D objects to SDF files (_AeccExportToSDF command).
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16 USING AUTODESK SUBASSEMBLY COMPOSER
16.1.1 It is recommended to use Autodesk Subassembly Composer (SAC).
16.1.2 Each closed shapes of a subassembly for which you want to calculate the volume, should
be established in a separate Sequence or Flowchart.
16.1.3 Codes for each top subassembly elements (links) are required.
16.1.4 Codes for Links / Points should reflect the purpose of the corresponding elements in the
road model.
16.1.5 Codes for the Shapes should match the hatch style for the Civil 3D subassembly shapes,
created in AutoCAD Civil 3D code sets.
16.1.6. If you intend to create custom subassemblies in SAC in the future, it is recommended that
you create in AutoCAD Civil 3D code sets, taking into account existing and future codes.
16.1.7 It is recommended to create a coding convention for custom subassemblies, which would
take into account all the needs of the project / organization. Using this convention should be
mandatory for all subassemblies of the project / organization.
16.1.8 Target and Input / Output parameters are named according to their purpose.
16.1.9 The names for all objects created in SAC, must be in Russian or other official language of
the project. The use of multiple languages in naming is prohibited. In the names for points, links
and shapes it is allowed to use software-generated acronyms in English. For example:
At the same time, all these elements must have codes in Russian or other official language of the
project.
16.1.10 For subassemblies included in the library, it is not allowed to have the points, links and
shapes without codes.
16.1.11 Naming convention for points, links and shapes should be developed by BIM Manager /
Coordinator.
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16.1.12 The Decision element may be True or False. Both of them must have script names,
indicating an event occurred.
16.1.13 Due to technical limitations of SAC you should use "_" instead of spaces in the names of
the target parameters as well as input / output parameters. Therefore, it is always required to fill in
the DisplayName fields using full parameter names without underscores.
It is not recommended to place the following elements to the basic Subassembly Flowchart:
Geometry
Advanced Geometry
Auxiliary.
It is not allowed to add subassemblies that have any warning message in the EventViewer tab in
SAC!
Before adding to the library, any subassembly must be tested by BIM Manager / Coordinator and
checked for compliance with the naming convention.
16.3.2 Subassemblies should be stored in a shared folder on a local network. The edit privileges
are assigned only to BIM Manager / Coordinator.
Each seat should have a separate palette. It is recommended to split the elements by the type of
tasks and place each type to a separate palette.
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17 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
17.1 There are three primary functions in BIM process:
Strategic
Management
Production.
17.3 The figure below shows the roles (BIM Manager, BIM Coordinator, and BIM Author) and
correspondent responsibilities. In small projects and small companies, most of responsibilities can
be performed by one person or a group of persons.
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Developing the corporate BIM strategy
BIM implementation
Training strategy.
17.4.2 It is important to understand how vital a BIM Manager’s role is. It is not simply a rebranded
CAD Manager, nor does it replace the CAD Manager’s role. It is about understanding what BIM
can achieve: vision, engaging external stakeholders, collaborating partners. Somebody credible
has to be responsible for the BIM strategy, the process change and the cultural impact. In-house or
outsourced, successful models cannot be built without a strategic manager.
17.5.2 Each project needs Coordinator(s) to help set up the project, audit the model and co-
ordinate with all collaborators. Multi-disciplinary coordination with BIM is essential. Coordinator(s)
may manage several small projects.
17.6.2 This is a project focused role, primary responsibilities being information creation.
17.6.3 BIM experience is not essential to produce the model but technology skills are. Therefore all
the employees at this level should have the appropriate skills.
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18 COLLABORATIVE BIM DATA SHARING
A “Common Data Environment” (CDE) approach should be adopted to allow information to be
shared between all members of the project team. A major constituent of collaborative environments
is the ability to communicate, re-use and share data efficiently without loss or misinterpretation.
18.1 This Standard is aligned with BS1192:2007 Collaborative Working, which defines the
process for project collaboration and efficient data sharing.
18.2 The CDE is a means of allowing information to be shared efficiently and accurately between
all members of the project team, and enables multi-disciplinary design teams to collaborate in a
managed environment.
Shared
Published / Issued
Archive.
18.4 BIM information, once prepared, should be placed into the WORK-IN-PROGRESS (WIP) area
and then passed through the areas where the information is:
authored, checked, reviewed and approved for use outside of the authoring team (Work In
Progress (WIP) area)
shared with other disciplines to use as reference material for their own design development
and authorized to publish (Shared area)
published (in non-changeable formats) for use by the total project team (Published / Issued
area)
stored and maintained for knowledge, regulatory and legal requirements (Archive area).
18.6 The CDE can be implemented in a number of ways, depending on organizational preference:
as a standard project folder structure located on central network servers, a project extranet, or an
appropriate PDM system, such as Autodesk Vault.
18.7 When using a PDM system, it is recommended, for each area, that you maintain status
information and version control in the project files.
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Fig. 2. CDE structure
18.8.2 These shall be stored in, and worked on from the team’s WIP section of the filing system.
18.8.3 Each stakeholder has access only to its own area of CDE.
18.8.4 Prior to sharing, the data shall be checked, approved and validated.
18.8.5 WIP model files are reviewed and approved by the task team manager and BIM
Manager/Coordinator.
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18.9 Shared
18.9.1 To facilitate coordinated, efficient working, each party shall make their design data available
for project-wide formal access through a shared repository. These files shall be accessible by all
from a central location, or replicated in the Shared Area of the project folder structure of each
party.
18.9.2 Sharing of models shall be carried out on a regular basis in order that other disciplines are
working to latest validated information.
18.9.3 Files that are stored in this area must be protected from changes.
18.9.4 Changes to the shared data shall be effectively communicated to the team through drawing
issue, change register or other suitable notice, such as e-mail.
18.9.5 The SHARED area of CDE should also serve as a repository of data that is available for
sharing across BIM project and were officially issued/received to/from the Customer or other
external stakeholders. In the absence of shared resources, the Customer can receive files via
email or use a cloud storage to place them in its own CDE.
18.9.6 BIM model copied into the SHARED area can be used by BIM Manager/Coordinator to build
aggregated multidisciplinary BIM models (e.g., using Autodesk Navisworks) and to carry out
collision checks.
18.10.2 A record of all issued deliverables shall be maintained in softcopy and hardcopy where
appropriate.
18.10.3 Only those drawings which it has been deemed necessary to revise will be reissued
following modification work.
18.11 Archive
18.11.1 Archiving of all output data from the BIM shall be stored in the Archive section of the
project folder, including published, superseded and „As Built‟ drawings and data.
18.11.2 Additionally, at key stages of the design process, a complete version of the BIM data and
associated drawing deliverables shall be copied into an archive location.
18.11.3 Archived data shall reside in logical folder repositories that clearly identify the archive
status e.g. 09-12-11 Stage D Design.
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18.12 BIM Data Exchange
18.12.1 Before exchanging BIM data you must ensure the following:
File formats, AutoCAD Civil 3D version, and naming conventions match corporate BIM
standard
The elements used in the model correspond to the classification of data in accordance with
the corporate classification system (coding)
Model files are up to date and contain all the local changes made by all users
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< Field1> - < Field2> - < Field3> - < Field4> - < Field5> - < Field6> - < Field7>
Field 3: System
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Identifier of which system the model file relates to (terrain, road, pipeworks, pier).
Field 4: place
Field 5: Type
Field 6: Role
Field 7: Number
Is used to generate a unique file name. Drawing Numbering protocols should be established for the
project.
Place PP21
Type M3
Role AR
Number 0001
18.14.3 It is recommended to provide a separate folder for projects and models of infrastructure
assets. This folder must contain subfolders that store data of various types.
“Model”
“Shared data”
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“Archive”
18.14.5 The subfolder “Data from other projects” keeps the drawings and data from other projects
necessary for the development of this project. If a file from another project required only as a
reference and will not be used to the resulting drawings, it is stored in this folder.
18.14.6 All data about the models developed during the project, should be stored in the "Model"
subfolder. This folder contains only the current versions of files. The images and office documents
directly related to the model file must also be stored in this folder. Creation of subfolders is allowed,
if necessary for the operation of AutoCAD Civil 3D and other software.
18.14.7 The "Shared data" subfolder contains the files needed for communication with other
disciplines of the project. It may contain a copy of model files that are open to shared access. Files
in this subfolder cannot be directly used in the models.
18.14.8 If the file has multiple versions, all versions other than the actual are be stored in the
"Archive" subfolder.
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APPENDIX A. BASE LOD SPECIFICATION FOR INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
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Table A.2. Slope modeling
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Table A.3. Excavation for foundations
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Table A.4. Excavation for pipe network
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Table A.5. Roads and railways
LOD 100 LOD 200 LOD 250 LOD 300 LOD 350 LOD 400
Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used:
Planning Planning, area Conceptual design, Preliminary design, basic Basic design, design Design documentation,
calculation preliminary design, design, construction documentation, construction, construction, construction
feasibility study management planning, construction management management planning,
implementation planning planning, implementation implementation planning
planning
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Table A.6. Intersections. Single-level intersection modeling with AutoCAD Civil 3D corridors
LOD 100 LOD 200 LOD 300 LOD 350 LOD 400
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Table A.7. Road and railway objects modeled outside AutoCAD Civil 3D (incl. man-made objects)
LOD 100 LOD 200 LOD 300 LOD 350 LOD 400
Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used:
Planning Conceptual design, preliminary Preliminary design, basic Basic design, design Production drawings
design, feasibility study design, construction documentation, construction,
management planning, construction management
implementation planning planning, implementation
planning
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Table A.8. Water development assets
LOD 100 LOD 200 LOD 300 LOD 350 LOD 400
Object type(s): Object type(s): Object type(s): Object type(s): Object type(s):
2D alignment AutoCAD solids, surface Surfaces, corridors Surfaces, corridors Surfaces, corridors, AutoCAD solids
Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used:
Planning Conceptual design, preliminary Preliminary design, basic Basic design, design Design documentation, construction,
design, feasibility study design, construction documentation, construction, construction management planning,
management planning, construction management implementation planning
implementation planning planning, implementation
planning
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Table A.9. Existing pipework
LOD 100 LOD 200 LOD 300 LOD 350 LOD 400
Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used: Where used:
Planning Conceptual design, preliminary Preliminary design, basic Basic design, design Design documentation, construction,
design, feasibility study design, construction documentation, construction, construction management planning,
management planning, construction management implementation planning
implementation planning planning, implementation
planning
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Table A.10. Designed pipework
LOD 100 LOD 200 LOD 300 LOD 350 LOD 400
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