SketchUp Intro Course
SketchUp Intro Course
Key Learning Points
Key Learning Points
- Navigate the SketchUp interface with confidence
- Draw and edit using SketchUp's core tools
- Build, edit and manipulate 3D objects precisely
- Create accurate models from reference images
- Organise, render and animate your models
Navigate the SketchUp interface with confidenceIf attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.
You need no previous experience to attend this course.
Who is this course for?
Ideal for interior designers, architects, landscape architects and property professionals who need to create 3D models and visualisations. No prior SketchUp experience required.
Expert Trainers
Course leader is an experienced industry expert
Course Dates
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18th Sep 26 | Fri | Online | Available | £399.00 | £50.00 | £349.00 + VAT | |
| 7th Dec 26 | Mon | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 18th Mar 27 | Thu | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 16th Jun 27 | Wed | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT |
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18th Sep 26 | Fri | Online | Available | £399.00 | £50.00 | £349.00 + VAT | |
| 7th Dec 26 | Mon | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 18th Mar 27 | Thu | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 16th Jun 27 | Wed | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT |
Course Dates
18th Sep 26 (Fri)
7th Dec 26 (Mon)
18th Mar 27 (Thu)
16th Jun 27 (Wed)
Course Outline
Introduction to SketchUP
Understanding the Interface
Setting up your workspace
Project units
Selecting a template
Navigation
Using Zoom, Pan and Orbit
Zoom extends
Standard views
View styles (shaded with edges, wireframe, x-ray, etc)
Perspective and parallel projection
Using the position camera tool
Creating a scene
Adding section planes
Using the drawing, erase and selection tools
Using lines, circles, polygons tools
Using the arc (arc, 2 points arc, 3points arc and pie) tool
Using the freehand tool
Selection tool and methods
Using the erase tool to erase, smooth and hide
Using the editing tools
Manipulating objects with move rotate and scale
Using the move and rotate tool to copy and array
Mirroring an object using the scale tool
Stickiness behaviour
Creating groups and components
Push -pull, follow-me and offset tools
Constraining object movement
Creating a model from a picture
Inserting and using a picture as a reference
Scaling the picture accurately
Tracing over it and generating a 3d model
Creating a model from a DWG file
Inserting and using a dwg file
Using the vectors of the dwg file as a reference
Working and using models for 3D warehouse
Accessing the 3dwarehouse
Creating an account
Fixing faulty models
Placing a model in your scene
Removing unused models from your file
Construction
Using tape measure
Dimensions
Protractor
Text
Good organisation
Layers - what they do and how to use them
Making groups
When and how to use components
Creating, modifying and updating scenes
Outliner
Texturing in SketchUp
Applying materials
Making new materials
Adjusting material mapping on faces
Editing material
Rendering and animation
Applying styles
Exporting 2d graphics
Making animations from scenes
Scenes - transitions and delays
Export settings - frame sizes
Frame rates
Questions and answers
This course is also available as a private course. This would allow you to choose any dates for your training. And, if you wish, we can tailor the content for you or your team. Please contact us for more details.
Career paths
Roles this course supports
People training on SketchUp Intro often work in the careers below.
Who attends?
Career Progressives
Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.
Career Changers
People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.
Graduates
Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.
Learn Your Way
Face To Face
Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.
Live Online
Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.
Team Training
Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.
Three Steps To Success
Identify Your Path
Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.
Learn With Experts
Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.
Earn Certification
Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.
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