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SketchUp Training

Intuitive 3D modelling for architecture, interior design, construction and product design — fast, visual and accessible.

5 programme tiers Online & on-site HRD Corp claimable Customisable duration

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Select the tier that matches your team's current skill level and learning goals.

Essential

SketchUp — Essential

For: Architecture and design students, non-technical staff needing basic 3D

day

After this programme you will be able to

Navigate the SketchUp interface and 3D workspace

Create basic 3D models using push-pull and drawing tools

Apply materials, colours and textures

Set up scenes and views for presentation

Export models as images and PDF

Understand basic SketchUp workflow for design communication

Topics covered

› SketchUp interface and navigation

› Drawing tools and the push-pull workflow

› Components, groups and the component library

› Materials and textures application

› Scenes and visual styles

› Exporting images and PDFs

Delivery: Online (live) On-site — your premises On-site — ALP venue Half or full day sessions Duration customisable

Introduction

SketchUp — Introduction

For: Interior designers and architects building 3D design skills

days

After this programme you will be able to

Model complete interior or architectural designs in SketchUp

Apply realistic materials and lighting

Create presentations using Layout

Use the 3D Warehouse for components and materials

Organise complex models using layers and tags

Present 3D designs to clients professionally

Topics covered

› Interior space modelling workflow

› Advanced materials and realistic lighting

› SketchUp Layout for professional presentation

› 3D Warehouse and component management

› Tags and layer organisation

› Client presentation workflow

Delivery: Online (live) On-site — your premises On-site — ALP venue Half or full day sessions Duration customisable

Intermediate

SketchUp — Intermediate

For: Architects and designers on professional client projects

days

After this programme you will be able to

Develop complete architectural or interior design proposals in SketchUp

Integrate SketchUp with rendering plugins (V-Ray or Enscape)

Create construction documentation using Layout

Link SketchUp with AutoCAD and BIM workflows

Build efficient modelling workflows for design practice

Deliver presentation-quality renders and drawings

Topics covered

› Complete design workflow: concept to documentation

› V-Ray or Enscape rendering integration

› Layout for construction documentation

› DWG import/export and CAD integration

› BIM linking and IFC export

› Efficient large model management

Delivery: Online (live) On-site — your premises On-site — ALP venue Half or full day sessions Duration customisable

Advanced

SketchUp — Advanced

For: Experienced SketchUp users mastering advanced techniques

days

After this programme you will be able to

Apply AI-assisted design tools integrated with SketchUp

Create photorealistic visualisations using advanced rendering

Develop extensions and automate tasks using Ruby scripting

Integrate SketchUp into a professional BIM workflow

Manage large practice-wide SketchUp standards and templates

Apply current industry techniques in parametric and generative design

Topics covered

› AI tools and SketchUp integration

› Advanced rendering: materials, lighting, post-processing

› Ruby scripting for automation

› BIM workflow: IFC and coordination

› Practice standards and template management

› Parametric and generative design approaches

⚠ Advanced tier assumes existing working knowledge of SketchUp. This is not a beginner programme — it focuses on current industry techniques, advanced workflows and production-ready output.

Delivery: Online (live) On-site — your premises On-site — ALP venue Half or full day sessions Duration customisable

Masterclass

SketchUp — Masterclass

For: Anyone wanting professional SketchUp mastery for architecture or interior design

days

After this programme you will be able to

Model, render and present complete design projects professionally

Handle design, documentation and client presentation in one workflow

Deliver to any professional standard

Build a 3D design portfolio

Topics covered

› Full Essential through Advanced curriculum

› End-to-end architectural or interior design project

› Full rendering and presentation workflow

› Portfolio development

Delivery: Online (live) On-site — your premises On-site — ALP venue Half or full day sessions Duration customisable

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