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Course Outline
Introduction
An Overview of SketchUp
- 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
- Applying 2D CAD drawings
- Implementing a base
- Constructing the external shell
- Shaping shell slopes
- Forming openings
- Installing internal walls, windows, and doors
- Capping the roof
Materials
- Adding materials to objects
- Importing images
- Creating textures
- Adjusting material placement
External Features
- Incorporating water features
- Working with landscaping
- Defining path edges
- Adding external plantings
Internal Features
- Modeling interior fixtures
- Constructing base cabinets/units
- Constructing upper cabinets/units
- Adding trim
- Decorating the interior
- Loading furniture models
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
- Exporting KMZ files for Google Earth
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- Familiarity with 3D modeling concepts
Audience
- Architects
14 Hours
