Trimble SketchUp Introduction 1 Day - Newcastle

SketchUp Introduction 1 Day Overview

This 1-day Introduction course will give you the SketchUp skills you need to move quickly from concept to design, whatever your field of work.

Our main objective is to show you how to draw 'the SketchUp way'. Together, we will combine basic drawing skills with a creative approach as we produce simple, functional designs. We cover all the main modelling and editing tools, plus the essential tricks and ways to avoid common pitfalls and mistakes. We use a hands-on approach and by the end of the day you will be confident in creating complex 3D models.

Despite being labelled as an introduction, our course will contain tips and techniques that will appeal to new and experienced users alike, as we lift the lid of some of the program's powerful features.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand design best practices
• Create geometry in 2D and 3D
• Generate and connect forms
• Write 3D text
• Render your designs

Our goal is for you to be able to quickly and efficiently create both simple and complex designs.

Special offer: self-employed and freelance delegates currently qualify for a 15% discount on the normal price of this course.

Course Target Audience and delegate prerequisites

This course is intended for those with little or no experience in 3D drawing, and is a perfect starting point for graphic designers and other creative professionals.

You will need basic PC or Mac skills, including a solid understanding of a computer's operating system (Windows or Mac OS). You will also need to know how to launch a program, create and save files, and copy files from CDs and other media.

SketchUp Introduction 1 Day Course Outline

The following is a general outline. The range of topics covered during your training is dependent upon student level, time available and preferences of your course booking.

• Setting a more powerful workspace
• Navigation, View and Camera options
• Keyboard shortcuts for productivity

• Creating 2D geometry inside the SketchUp environment
• Move, copy and arrays
• Creating exact geometry with Measurements

• Simple and powerful approaches using the Line tool

• Getting SketchUp to help us with the Inference system

• Using Pushpull to model in 3D
• Other key tools for 3D models including Offset, Follow Me, Scale and Rotate

• Deforming shapes while being accurate with measurements
• Display dimensions

• Looking at how Groups are essential in a variety of ways
• Creating, editing and exploding groups

• Looking at copying (Array) techniques
• Precise positioning of objects

• The difference between Groups and Components
• Using clones to speed up various workflows

• Using the built-in materials to colour and texture a model

• The efficient use of ready-made 3D models to populate a model

What's Included

The following are provided for your best experience on this course:

• All computers for your use with choice of Windows or Mac systems
• Small class size (limited to a maximum of 4-8 attendees on all sessions)
• Quality reference manual for post course reference to take away with you
• 6 months post course support to assist you where needed
• Official Trimble Authorised Certificate for your successful completion of the course
• Lunch To give you the most flexible options for lunch we provide lunch vouchers which can be redeemed locally at a number of popular eateries including Pret A Manger, EAT, Starbucks, Tesco, Sainsburys, Boots and Greggs
• Refreshments to keep you on top form are available for you throughout the course with a full range of teas, coffees and biscuits
• Pads and pens

Daily course times run between 10am and 5pm with an hour break for lunch and both mid morning and mid-afternoon refreshment breaks. We recommend arrival at 9.45am for registration on the first day of the course.

Further details on benefits included with this Trimble SketchUp course:

Training Location

This course is provided at the XChange Training Newcastle training centre located at:

Daily course times run between 10am and 5pm with an hour break for lunch and both mid morning and mid-afternoon refreshment breaks.

Scheduled Course Enquiry

If you are considering this SketchUp Introduction 1 Day Course but would like further information simply send us your query quickly & easily with the form below. Whether you would like to check date availability, pricing, course suitability or just need further information about a course send us your query and we will get you a swift reply, usually within 2 business hours!

If you would prefer to check course details by phone please call us on 0345 363 1130.

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Testimonials

Thoroughly enjoyable experience and most useful. I found the teaching style to be unique and most effective.

Chris Turnbull, C.T.D.E., SketchUp - 2 Day Masterclass

A passionate instructor always makes for great training. The course went above my expectations. Thank you!

Eric Helouin, Chanel, SketchUp Pro - 1 Day Advanced

The course was much better than I expected as I have been able to fully learn how to use the software. I feel much more comfortable with SketchUp than I thought I would.

Marcus Askew, SketchUp - 2 Day Masterclass

Great day, can't wait to use the skills I have learned. Friendly and professional environment.

Claire Knowles, Living Ventures, SketchUp - 1 Day Introduction

The trainer was fantastic - obviously passionate about the software he was training us on, and was able to explain it and try to make it relevant to our jobs as much as possible - would highly recommend!

Lauren Stacy, Sense London, Bespoke SketchUp Introduction

Excellent training course and facilities - practical and easy to understand with knowledgeable and helpful Instructor.

Neil Cleary, IMP Planning Ltd, SketchUp - 1 Day Introduction

Kicking myself for not signing up for the second day! Will return for the advanced class.

Miguel Liévano, Brooks Murray Architects, SketchUp - 1 Day Introduction

The trainer had a fantastic knowledge and a great attitude to teaching this product. I learnt so much within 2 days! Would definitely recommend to my colleagues.

Louise Murphy, Buxton Building Contractors, Trimble SketchUp - Two Day Masterclass

Great! Thoroughly enjoyed it. Our trainer was great and educated us in a very clear, but fun way! Would definitely recommend and come back soon.

Emily Hale, Marks & Spencers, Bespoke Trimble SketchUp One Day Introduction

Thanks for the brilliant course.. For someone who has basically never opened SketchUp I came away really feeling like I had a good grasp of the program.

Ellie Weidman, SketchUp - 2 Day Masterclass