Sketchup

Are you passionate about 3D modeling and design? The SketchUp course at Ace Career equips you with the skills to create stunning 3D designs, making it the perfect choice for aspiring architects, interior designers, and civil engineers. Mastering SketchUp can open doors to exciting career opportunities in the construction, architectural, and design industries.

SketchUp Syllabus

Introductions and Setup

  • About the instructor/ Introductions
  • What we’re going to do: Syllabus Review
  • Sample project images
  • About SketchUp: History, Capabilities and Uses
  • The Difference between 3D and BIM (Building Information Modeling)
  • Interior Space vs. Exterior Space

Program Setup

  • Opening SketchUp: The Initial Setup “out of the box”
  • Using Single and Multiple Screens
  • Preparing the interface
    • Toolbars and Menus
    • Saving your setup
    • Saving space for laptop use
    • Program Settings
    • Model Info and Preferences
  • Menu Options, Icon review
  • 3D Space: Axes, Views
  • Controlling the camera: Orbiting, Zooming and Panning

Basic Geometry/ Drawing Tools

  • Create Lines
  • Create Rectangles, Squares
  • Create Polygons/Circles
  • Create surfaces from lines, Circles and polygons
  • Triangulation
  • How SketchUp handles Curves
  • Freehand tool
  • Single and Multiple Selections

3D Geometry Construction Tools

  • Create 3-dimensional geometry
  • Create surfaces from lines in 3D
  • Demonstrate stickiness of geometry in 3D
  • Create geometry with the Push/Pull Tool
  • Push/Pull with Modifier Keys
  • Lock inferences

Modification Tools

  • Move, Copy
  • Using Move to Resize Curves and Curved Surfaces
  • Rotate, Copy
    • Defining the Rotation Axis
    • Using Rotate to Twist
  • Scaling and Resizing
  • Offsetting Lines and faces
  • Follow Me
    • Follow Me with Components
    • Round Objects
  • Auto fold
  • Displaying and Smoothing Edges

Groups and Components

  • The differences between Groups and Components
  • The importance of structuring your models with Groups and Components
  • Demonstration of Component inferencing behavior and characteristics
  • Creating and Saving Your Own Components
  • How to edit a Component
  • Removing Objects from a Group or Components
    • Scaling Components
    • Resizing Components
  • Healing the edge of adjacent components
  • Work with the Components Browser
    • Finding Components in the 3D Warehouse
    • Opening the 3D Warehouse in Your Internet Browser
    • Inserting and Editing Components

Painting, Materials, and Textures

  • Applying Materials
  • Editing Materials
  • Using Images as Textures
  • Material Collections
  • Material Translucency
  • Double-Sided Faces
  • Materials of Groups and Components
  • Overview of Materials of Groups
  • Double-Sided Faces of Groups
  • Materials of Components
  • Wrapping Images

Adding Text and Dimensions

  • Text
  • Measuring Length and Area
  • Dimensions
    • Creating Dimensions
    • Dimension Display and Properties
    • Dimensioning Using the Text Tool
  • 3D Text

Sectioning

  • Sectioning Overview
  • Using Sections for Interior Design
  • Using Section Planes to Create Floor Plans

Styles

  • Pre-Defined Styles
  • Editing Styles
    • Model Display
    • Styles: Edge Settings
    • Styles: Face Settings
    • Styles: Background Settings
  • Sketchy Edges and the SketchUp “look”

A Taste of Animations

  • Short Sample Video
  • Animation set up
  • Creating Walk-Through Scenes
  • Adding and Updating Scenes
  • Using Sections and Styles in an Animation
  • Creating and saving an animation

Finishing Up

  • Resources
  • Q&A

Why Choose SketchUp?

  • Versatile Tool for Design: SketchUp is user-friendly and offers powerful features for 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization.
  • High Demand in the Industry: SketchUp skills are sought after in architecture, engineering, interior design, and landscaping.
  • Enhance Creativity: Develop professional designs for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Career Opportunities After Completing the SketchUp Course

  • Job Roles:
    • 3D Modeler
    • Architectural Designer
    • Interior Designer
    • Landscape Architect
    • Urban Planner
  • Industries:
    • Architecture and Design Firms
    • Construction Companies
    • Real Estate Development
    • Animation and Gaming Studios

How This Course Helps You

  • Build Professional Expertise: Gain confidence in creating detailed 3D models and visualizations.
  • Enhance Employability: SketchUp skills make your resume stand out.
  • Real-World Applications: Work on industry-relevant projects to strengthen your portfolio.
  • Stay Ahead of Trends: Learn the latest SketchUp tools and techniques for a competitive edge.

Enroll Now at Ace Career

Join our SketchUp course and step into a world of limitless creativity and professional growth. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional looking to upskill, this course will take your design skills to the next level.

Start your journey to success with Ace Career today! 🚀