PARAM-O: parametric objects

About this course

The "PARAM-O" course focuses on creating parametric objects in Archicad using the PARAM-O tool. Through a combination of theory and practice, students will learn to design and program objects visually.

Course details

This course is aimed at architects and designers who wish to improve their skills in creating parametric objects in Archicad. On completion, students will be able to create, modify and manage parametric objects efficiently.

Learning goals

• Understand the fundamentals of parametric objects in Archicad.
• Learn to use the PARAM-O tool to create objects visually.
• Develop skills to parametrise furniture and structural objects.
• Learn about the different ways of creating objects in Archicad.
• Implement good practices in importing and exporting objects.
• Create objects that respond dynamically to changes in their parameters.
• Become familiar with the use of nodes in PARAM-O.
• Develop a basic understanding of the GDL code related to PARAM-O.

Curriculum