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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction
SketchUp at a Glance
- Templates.
- Toolbars and components.
- Model settings.
Drawing Tools
- Line tool.
- Rectangle, circle, polygon, and arc tools.
- Freehand tool.
Preparing the Development Environment
- Installing and configuring SketchUp.
- Setting up templates, toolbars, and working files.
Modeling
- Incorporating 2D CAD drawings.
- Implementing a base structure.
- Constructing the external shell.
- Shaping shell slopes.
- Forming openings.
- Applying internal walls, windows, and doors.
- Capping the roof.
Materials
- Applying materials to objects.
- Importing images.
- Creating textures.
- Modifying material placement.
External Features
- Adding water features.
- Working with landscaping.
- Implementing path edges.
- Adding external planting.
Internal Features
- Modeling interior fixtures.
- Building low units.
- Building high units.
- Adding trim.
- Decorating the interior.
- Loading furniture.
Styling and Scenes
- Styling the model.
- Adding a watermark.
- Cutting sections.
- Creating elevation scenes.
- Generating plans and sections.
- Adding perspective views.
Geolocation
- Locating the model.
- Mapping shadows.
- Creating a shadow study.
From Model to Reality
- Using JPEG and PNG formats.
- Using KMZ for Google Earth.
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of 3D models.
Audience
- Architects.
