In class, we will be using the FREE Goolge SketchUp 3D software.  If you would like to try it at home, here is the link to download the software: http://www.sketchup.com/

Self-Paced Tutorials

Self-paced tutorials are SketchUp files designed to give interactive training to help you develop your SketchUp skills.  if you click on the link, the lesson will be downloaded to your machine.  If you are using Chrome, you can click on the file on the lower left hand part of your window.  Once you double click on it, the lesson will open in SketchUp. 

1. Introduction to SketchUp

2. Google SketchUp Self-Paced Tutorial - Part 1

3. Google SketchUp Self-Paced Tutorial - Part 2

4. Google SketchUp Self-Paced Tutorial - Part 3 

Below, you will find some GREAT YouTube videos to show you some basics.  The tutorials move along at a pretty quick pace... be prepared to stop and rewind quite a bit as you become more familiar with the program.  If you follow the link HERE, you can find all of their tutorial videos... from beginner to advanced users of SketchUp.

Getting Started with SketchUp - Part 1:

Learn the fundamentals of SketchUp by following along with this video series. Each video is a mini-project that will introduce new tools and essential techniques to the SketchUp work flow. 

This is Part 1, and will introduce you to the navigation tools so you can orbit, pan and zoom around your model, then create a simple house with a few drawing and modification tools.

Getting Started with SketchUp - Part 2:

Learn the fundamentals of SketchUp by following along with this video series. Each video is a mini-project that will introduce new tools and essential techniques to the SketchUp work flow. 

This is Part 2, and will accelerate your process by creating a more detailed house with some drawing tips and the follow-me and offset tools.  You will learn how to use precise units to create elements in your project.

Getting Started with SketchUp - Part 3:

This is Part 3, which focuses on an interior space. You will use the tape measure tool to create reference edges, learn more about the offset and push/ pull tools, copy objects and finally paint surfaces and bring in additional models from the 3D Warehouse.

Getting Started with SketchUp - Part 4:

In Part 4 we create a hallway table to emphasize the use of groups and components in SketchUp. We'll copy and mirror parts of the table and create detail and accuracy.