Simplebim: Fundamentals

Simplebim is one of the most practical tools available for working with IFC models — and this course shows you exactly how to use it.

You will start with the basics: navigating the 3D model, selecting elements, and getting a clear overview using different visualization modes. From there, you will dig into the information side of the model — understanding object classes, reading element parameters, and learning to judge how complete and reliable your model data actually is.

The course then moves into hands-on workflows. You will build groups, create and customize tables, modify parameters, and export clean data to Excel. You will also build several DATAFLOWs from scratch — including a solution that automatically pulls finishing surface quantities from an architectural model, complete with room information and area values.

Everything is demonstrated on real models. No theory for the sake of theory — just practical skills you can apply to your next project.