Week 1 – SketchUp Fundamentals

Module 1: Introduction to SketchUp

• Introduction to 3D Modeling
• Applications of SketchUp
• SketchUp Interface & Workspace
• Toolbars & Panels
• Setting Units & Templates
• Navigation – Orbit, Pan & Zoom
• Understanding Axes
• Basic SketchUp Workflow

Module 2: Basic Drawing Tools

• Line Tool
• Rectangle Tool
• Circle & Polygon
• Arc Tools
• Freehand Tool
• Push/Pull
• Offset
• Move
• Rotate
• Scale
• Follow Me Tool
• Tape Measure & Guides

Module 3: Model Organization

• Groups
• Components
• Tags
• Outliner
• Hide & Unhide
• Locking Objects
• Component Editing
• Model Organization Best Practices

Week 1 Practical

Create a simple room and basic 3D residential model.

Week 2 – Interior & Architectural Modeling

Module 4: Creating a Building from a 2D Plan

• Importing CAD/Floor Plans
• Setting Correct Scale
• Tracing Floor Plans
• Creating Walls
• Creating Floors
• Doors & Windows
• Openings
• Creating Ceilings
• Basic Roof Modeling
• Stairs

Module 5: Interior Modeling

• Bedroom Modeling
• Living Room Modeling
• Kitchen Modeling
• Bathroom Modeling
• False Ceiling Design
• Wall Paneling
• TV Unit Modeling
• Wardrobe Modeling
• Basic Modular Furniture

Module 6: 3D Warehouse & Components

• Using 3D Warehouse
• Finding Furniture & Accessories
• Importing Components
• Editing Downloaded Models
• Scaling Components
• Optimizing Heavy Models

Week 2 Practical

Create a complete 3D interior model from a 2D floor plan.

Week 3 – Materials & Presentation

Module 7: Materials & Textures

• Applying Materials
• Material Editor
• Colors & Textures
• Wood Materials
• Flooring & Tiles
• Wall Finishes
• Glass & Metal
• Fabric Materials
• Texture Positioning
• Texture Scaling
• Creating Custom Materials

Module 8: Scenes & Camera

• Creating Scenes
• Camera Positioning
• Perspective Views
• Field of View
• Two-Point Perspective
• Section Planes
• Interior Views
• Exterior Views
• Walkthrough Basics

Module 9: Styles & Visualization

• SketchUp Styles
• Shadows
• Sun Settings
• Edge Settings
• Background Settings
• Fog
• Section Cuts
• Presentation Views

Week 3 Practical

Create presentation-ready interior views with materials, furniture, and scenes.

Week 4 – Advanced Modeling & Final Project

Module 10: Advanced SketchUp Techniques

• Advanced Groups & Components
• Nested Components
• Advanced Follow Me
• Curved Forms
• Custom Furniture Modeling
• Advanced Ceiling Design
• Decorative Wall Modeling
• Model Cleanup & Optimization

Module 11: Rendering Introduction

• Introduction to Rendering
• Rendering Workflow
• Setting Up Materials
• Basic Lighting Concepts
• Natural & Artificial Lighting
• Camera Composition
• Preparing a SketchUp Model for Rendering
• Introduction to V-Ray or Similar Rendering Tools

Module 12: Layout & Export

• Creating Professional Views
• Dimensions & Annotations
• Exporting 2D Images
• Exporting 3D Models
• High-Resolution Image Export
• PDF Export
• Introduction to LayOut
• Presentation Sheet Basics

Final Project

Students will complete a professional residential interior 3D project, including:

• Importing/Creating a 2D Floor Plan
• Complete 3D Modeling
• Living Room Design
• Bedroom Design
• Kitchen Design
• Doors & Windows
• Furniture & Accessories
• False Ceiling
• Materials & Textures
• Lighting Concept
• Camera & Scene Setup
• Presentation Views
• Basic Rendered Views
• Final Project Presentation