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 Duration 14 hours

Course Outline

Introduction

SketchUp Overview

  • Templates
  • Toolbars and components
  • Model configuration settings

Drawing Utilities

  • Line tool
  • Rectangle, circle, polygon, and arc tools
  • Freehand tool

Setting Up the Workspace

  • Installing and configuring SketchUp
  • Initializing templates, toolbars, and project files

Model Construction

  • Integrating 2D CAD drawings
  • Establishing the foundation
  • Constructing the outer shell
  • Adjusting shell slopes
  • Creating openings
  • Installing internal walls, windows, and doors
  • Completing the roof structure

Material Application

  • Assigning materials to objects
  • Importing images
  • Generating textures
  • Adjusting material placement

Exterior Elements

  • Incorporating water features
  • Landscaping techniques
  • Defining path edges
  • Adding external vegetation

Interior Elements

  • Designing interior fixtures
  • Constructing low-level units
  • Constructing high-level units
  • Applying trim details
  • Interior decoration
  • Placing furniture

Styling and Scene Management

  • Model styling
  • Adding watermarks
  • Creating section cuts
  • Generating elevation scenes
  • Developing plans and sections
  • Incorporating perspective views

Geolocation Integration

  • Positioning the model geographically
  • Shadow mapping
  • Conducting shadow studies

From Model to Final Output

  • Exporting to JPEG and PNG formats
  • Using KMZ for Google Earth integration

Wrap-Up and Conclusion

Requirements

  • Familiarity with 3D modeling concepts

Target Audience

  • Architects

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