Course Description
Gain expertise in 3D modeling with SketchUp, a leading tool for architectural, interior, and landscape design. Learn to create realistic models, technical documents, and animations using advanced tools and plugins. Develop precision in object editing, visualization, and match photo modeling. This hands-on training prepares you for roles like 3D Visualizer, Architectural Designer, and SketchUp Artist, making you industry-ready for diverse design projects.
Skills You Will Learn
- Navigate SketchUp’s interface with ease Build and refine 3D models with accuracy.
- Utilize advanced inference techniques for precision.
- Create stunning architectural and landscape visualizations.
- Implement match photo modeling for realistic designs.
- Develop professional technical documents and presentations.
- Enhance projects with textures, lighting, and rendering effects.
- Integrate DWG files and third-party plugins for seamless workflows.
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Module 1 - Introduction to SketchUp
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Module 2 - Drawing Tools & Basic Editing
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Drawing Line Entity: Constructing a Surface, Dividing & Joining Faces
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Drawing a Rectangle Entity, Rotated Entity
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Drawing a Circle, Ellipse, Polygon
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Drawing an Arc: Arc, 2-Point Arc, 3-Point Arc, Pie Tool
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Drawing Freehand Shapes
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Selecting Objects: Selecting Multiple Entities
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Editing Shapes Using Entity Info Option
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Pushing and Pulling Shapes into 3D
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Moving & Copying Entities
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Rotating Copies Around an Axis
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Undo & Eraser Tool
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Offsetting Lines from Existing Geometry
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Module 3 - Advanced Editing & Transformation
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Dividing, Splitting & Exploding Lines and Faces
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Flipping, Mirroring & Rotating
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Scaling a Model: Tape Measure Tool, Scale Tool, Stretching Geometry
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Extruding with Follow Me: Automatic, Manual, Revolved Shape
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Soften / Smooth Edges of Geometry & Hiding Geometry
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Tape Measure Tool: Measuring Distance & Creating Guides
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Protractor Tool: Measuring Angles
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Editing Guidelines, Adding Text
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Dimension Tool & Estimating Building Height
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Match Photo
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Module 4 - Components & Grouping
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Getting Started with Components
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Creating & Editing Components
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Making Dynamic Components: Adding Attributes & Defining Values
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Inserting, Replacing, and Interacting with Dynamic Components
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Searching for Components
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Adjusting Component Insertion Points
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Grouping Geometry & Working with Hierarchies
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Renaming, Finding, and Identifying Components
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Controlling Visibility with Layers
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Module 5 - Views, Sections & Styles
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Viewing a Model: Camera & Changing Focal Length
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Sections: Placing Section Planes, Showing/Hiding Sections
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Cut & Fill, Exporting Section Cut Effects
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Scenes: Adding, Managing & Animating Scenes
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Styles: Editing Styles, Style Editing Options, Managing In-Model Styles
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Sharing Styles, Adding Fog Effects, Applying Shadows
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Module 6 - Materials, Textures & Layouts
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Applying Materials & Textures: Adding Colors & Textures
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Applying & Replacing Materials
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Editing Materials & Calculating Material Area
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Managing & Organizing Materials
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Creating New Materials
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Applying Textures & Adding Geographic Location from Google Maps
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Layouts: Creating a Layout Document
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Choosing Templates & Modifying Paper & Unit Settings
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Inserting a SketchUp Model
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Adding Text, Labels, Dimensions & Marking Dimensions
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Presenting a SketchUp Model
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Who should take this course?
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Do I need prior experience with 3D modeling?
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Will I get hands-on practice?
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What certification will I receive?
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How will this course benefit my career?
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