Learn to visualise and model interior spaces and 3D forms on this fast track course. Skills in this user friendly and affordable software is invaluable for Interior designers, Garden designers and Set designers who wish to improve their presentations. The software works on both PC or Mac.
Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
This course is an introduction to developing 3D design ideas using a computer. The SketchUp Pro software is very user-friendly and enables wonderful perspectve drawings. It is ideal for planning interior design projects and proposals,but can also be used for modelling objects and outdoor spaces.The SketchUp Pro software is sufficiently adapatable to be relevent for the home enthusiast and professionals alike.
What will we cover?
- Creating 3D images directly on the computer - Visualising the model from different view points - Introducing textures and finishes - Incorporating simple shadows - Saving the model as an image - Preparing images for printing.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Create 3D images directly on the computer - Visualise the model from different view points - Introduce textures and finishes - Incorporate simple shadows - Save the model as an image - Prepare images for printing.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This is a beginners course. We will introduce all students to SketchUp Pro, but you will need to come with a basic understanding of computer use and manipulating a computer mouse.You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be taught through a range of techniques including demontratios, discussions, exercises and group and individual guidance. We use Google Classroom E-learning platform which will store all tasks, notes and resources. You will be sent an email with the necessary information and will need to login into your Google classroom before each sessions starts.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
The latest equipment and software will be available for your use in the class in our fully equipped studios. Please note, we use Mac computers in our studios.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Our SketchUp pro stage 2 course is a perfect follow on from this course.
City Lit offers a variety of progression courses in this subject area. Please click here to view our courses.
Disclaimer: Use of Third-Party Software This course might require you to either use your own personal account or create an account for the purposes of this course. City Lit cannot accept any responsibility for any failings of the third party or provide technical support. Whilst using the software you will be responsible for abiding by the providers terms and conditions and maintaining your own work.
Nick Williamson studied both Interior Design and 3D Design, subsequently working as an interior designer for hospitality projects including Rank Hotels and as the senior designer for high street retailer W H Smith. He then returned to study – graduating with an MA in Furniture Design - after which he set up as an independent furniture designer/maker making bespoke pieces for both corporate and private clients. He now combines his design work with teaching and is a design tutor and lecturer at several design schools, universities and colleges. A personal interest in CAD software has led to him specialising in Vectorworks, AutoCAD and SketchUp. He enjoys showing students the possibilities of what these programs can achieve and is experienced at teaching at all levels.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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<i>This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.</i> This course is an introduction to developing 3D design ideas using a computer. The SketchUp Pro software is a<br />
very user-friendly 3D modelling program that enables perspective drawings and 2D orthographic projections (plans, elevation and sections). It is ideal for conceptual interior design proposals as well as final designs that are fully rendered and scaled. It can also be used for modelling objects and outdoor spaces. The SketchUp Pro software is sufficiently adaptable to be relevant for the home enthusiast and professionals alike. The program can be used on both PC and Mac<br />
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This course is taught using SketchUp license.<br />
<B> You will need to purchase or download this software before the first session<br />
You can get a SketchUp license from: https://www.cadsoftsolutions.co.uk/product/trimble-sketchup-studio-student-annual</B><br />
You will need to submit proof of enrolment, which you can obtain by emailing visual.arts@citylit.ac.uk at least 3 working days before the course start date.<br />
Wherever possible, please try to check the software is working as it should before the course starts, due to the nature of online learning, you tutors will not be able to support with technical issues related to downloading and installing software. <br />
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This is a live online course. You will need:<br />
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.<br />
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad if you don't have a computer.<br />
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.<br />
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The software works on both PC or Mac.- Creating 3D images directly on the computer<br>- Visualising the model from different view points<br>- Introducing textures and finishes<br>- Incorporating simple shadows<br>- Saving the model as an image<br>- Preparing images for printing.- Create 3D images directly on the computer<br>- Visualise the model from different view points<br>- Introduce textures and finishes<br>- Incorporate simple shadows<br>- Save the model as an image<br>- Prepare images for printing.This is a beginners course. We will introduce all students to SketchUp Pro, but you will need to come with a basic understanding of computer use and manipulating a computer mouse.You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.You will be taught through a range of techniques including demontratios, discussions, exercises and group and individual guidance.<br>We use Google Classroom E-learning platform which will store all tasks, notes and resources. You will be sent an email with the necessary information and will need to login into your Google classroom before each sessions starts.The latest equipment and software will be available for your use in the class in our fully equipped studios.<br>Please note, we use Mac computers in our studios.<p>Our SketchUp pro stage 2 course is a perfect follow on from this course.</p><p>City Lit offers a variety of progression courses in this subject area. 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The software works on both PC or Mac.- Creating 3D images directly on the computer<br>- Visualising the model from different view points<br>- Introducing textures and finishes<br>- Incorporating simple shadows<br>- Saving the model as an image<br>- Preparing images for printing.- Create 3D images directly on the computer<br>- Visualise the model from different view points<br>- Introduce textures and finishes<br>- Incorporate simple shadows<br>- Save the model as an image<br>- Prepare images for printing.This is a beginners course. We will introduce all students to SketchUp Pro, but you will need to come with a basic understanding of computer use and manipulating a computer mouse.You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. 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You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.You will be taught through a range of techniques including demontratios, discussions, exercises and group and individual guidance.<br>We use Google Classroom E-learning platform which will store all tasks, notes and resources. You will be sent an email with the necessary information and will need to login into your Google classroom before each sessions starts.The latest equipment and software will be available for your use in the class in our fully equipped studios.<br>Please note, we use Mac computers in our studios.<p>Our SketchUp pro stage 2 course is a perfect follow on from this course.</p><p>City Lit offers a variety of progression courses in this subject area. 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