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Master 3D modelling with SketchUp Pro. Learn from experts to create and edit architectural designs, enhance interior visuals and create stunning designs effectively and creatively.

2 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • Exploring SketchUp Pro's interface and design functions to improve work.
  • How to create design plans using professional toolsets.
  • Understanding how to produce designs using CAD modelling techniques, giving you more design options.
  • How to communicate with clients to achieve better understanding of briefs.
  • Exploring techniques to present CAD models to clients.
  • How to learn professional tips and tricks.
  • Understanding how to meet commercial briefs using CAD and other essential design skills.
  • SketchUp Pro Introduction

    Fabulous course. Excellent service provided by the admin and training teams.

    The White Company
    April 2026
  • SketchUp Pro Introduction

    I just wanted to say a huge thank you for my training last week. I thought the course was brilliant. My trainer was excellent and tailored the course perfectly to my needs, as well as making it fun!

    The White Company
    April 2026
  • The course was brilliant and included engaging content that was both insightful and useful. The trainer was a fountain of knowledge and presented the course in a really digestible and enjoyable way.

    June 2026
  • Awesome training! I loved the focus on all the shortcuts, that was very useful.

    Emily B
    May 2026
  • Excellent training centre. My trainer was unbelievably knowledgeable, explained himself well and provided a great teaching environment. Staff were welcoming, accommodating and attentive.

    West Herts College
    June 2026
  • Amazing! Learnt so much.

    Paulina M
    July 2026
  • The Transmedia team have an exceptional level of trainers leading on the delivery side. We had very positive responses from our trainees on the calibre of training they received. Thank you again.

    Cambridge Partnership for Education
    May 2026
  • Lee was so professional and friendly. He gave us an amazing experience, allowing us to ask questions and practice ourselves. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn to edit video!

    Eddie Z
    May 2026
  • I thoroughly enjoyed the course. We really got to focus on the areas we needed. I really liked our teacher's style of teaching. I left feeling really inspired, with regained confidence and new skills.

    Oliver Bonas
    July 2026
  • I've been working for five years with the amazing Tony on web application development. I love working with Transmedia! Quality is high and the cost is fair. Cannot recommend this company more highly.

    Fugro Satellite Positioning AS
    April 2026
  • Very helpful, knowledgeable and responsive trainer.

    Westminster University
    June 2026
  • The trainer was an excellent and made everything very interesting.

    Microbiology Society
    April 2026
  • Everyone loved the training, another successful couple of days. Our trainer was an absolute dream. He makes everything so straightforward.

    Wren Kitchens
    May 2026
  • Just wanted to thank you for organising our training - our trainer was really brilliant and helpful and the team will find the training really beneficial. Please pass on a massive thanks to everyone!

    The Event Umbrella
    June 2026
  • Great Figma beginners course, our trainer was very knowledgeable

    Morgan Lowell
    June 2026
  • SketchUp Pro Introduction

    Fabulous course. Excellent service provided by the admin and training teams.

    The White Company
    April 2026
  • SketchUp Pro Introduction

    I just wanted to say a huge thank you for my training last week. I thought the course was brilliant. My trainer was excellent and tailored the course perfectly to my needs, as well as making it fun!

    The White Company
    April 2026
  • The course was brilliant and included engaging content that was both insightful and useful. The trainer was a fountain of knowledge and presented the course in a really digestible and enjoyable way.

    June 2026
  • Awesome training! I loved the focus on all the shortcuts, that was very useful.

    Emily B
    May 2026
  • Excellent training centre. My trainer was unbelievably knowledgeable, explained himself well and provided a great teaching environment. Staff were welcoming, accommodating and attentive.

    West Herts College
    June 2026
  • Amazing! Learnt so much.

    Paulina M
    July 2026
  • The Transmedia team have an exceptional level of trainers leading on the delivery side. We had very positive responses from our trainees on the calibre of training they received. Thank you again.

    Cambridge Partnership for Education
    May 2026
  • Lee was so professional and friendly. He gave us an amazing experience, allowing us to ask questions and practice ourselves. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn to edit video!

    Eddie Z
    May 2026
  • I thoroughly enjoyed the course. We really got to focus on the areas we needed. I really liked our teacher's style of teaching. I left feeling really inspired, with regained confidence and new skills.

    Oliver Bonas
    July 2026
  • I've been working for five years with the amazing Tony on web application development. I love working with Transmedia! Quality is high and the cost is fair. Cannot recommend this company more highly.

    Fugro Satellite Positioning AS
    April 2026
  • Very helpful, knowledgeable and responsive trainer.

    Westminster University
    June 2026
  • The trainer was an excellent and made everything very interesting.

    Microbiology Society
    April 2026
  • Everyone loved the training, another successful couple of days. Our trainer was an absolute dream. He makes everything so straightforward.

    Wren Kitchens
    May 2026
  • Just wanted to thank you for organising our training - our trainer was really brilliant and helpful and the team will find the training really beneficial. Please pass on a massive thanks to everyone!

    The Event Umbrella
    June 2026
  • Great Figma beginners course, our trainer was very knowledgeable

    Morgan Lowell
    June 2026

This SketchUp Pro Introduction course includes

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  • bullet point icon Lifetime support after your course
  • bullet point icon Course materials
  • bullet point icon Live Instructor-led training
  • bullet point icon Refreshments all day
  • bullet point icon Latest Mac or PC ready to go
  • bullet point icon Authorised Trainers
  • bullet point icon Hands-on exercises

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We offer SketchUp Pro Introduction as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Course Outline for SketchUp Pro Introduction

Set Up and Introduction to the Interface

  • Setting Preferences
  • Customising the Toolbars
  • Setting a default Style
  • Saving a Template
  • Shortcuts
  • Palettes
  • Toolbars
  • Drawing Axis

Navigation

  • Navigation using the Mouse
  • Panning
  • Orbiting
  • Zooming

SketchUp Core Concepts

  • Click Drag Drawing
  • Inferencing Geometry
  • Creating Surfaces from Lines
  • Creating Surfaces from Circles
  • Creating Surfaces from Polygons
  • Push Pull / Inferencing Geometry
  • Dividing / Splitting Surfaces
  • Healing Surfaces

Creating Geometry and Drawing Accurately

  • Rectangles
  • Circles
  • Faces, Axes and Inferences
  • Lines
  • Polygons
  • Protractor Tool
  • Offsetting
  • Push Pull
  • Tape Measure
  • Arcs and Filleting
  • Sticky Geometry
  • Groups and Components
  • Copy, Array, Duplicate
  • Rotating
  • Scaling
  • Follow Me

Components

  • Creating Components
  • Adding Components
  • Understanding the difference between groups and components
  • The Component Window
  • Editing Components
  • Use Google Warehouse to search for Components

Organisation

  • Layers
  • The Outliner

Materials

  • Creating Materials
  • Placing Materials
  • Editing Materials

Styles

  • Editing Styles
  • Applying Styles

Scenes/Views

  • Set Perspective
  • Position Camera
  • Setting Eye Height
  • Look Around
  • Creating Scenes
  • Sections / Section Elevation
  • Transitions
  • Creating an Animation

Printing

  • Saving a PDF
  • Exporting Images
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FAQs about the SketchUp Pro Introduction course

Is this SketchUp Pro Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to SketchUp Pro or have been using SketchUp Pro for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in SketchUp Pro. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team. They will be delighted to advise you.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my SketchUp Pro Introduction course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our SketchUp Pro Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

How is the content taught throughout the SketchUp Pro Introduction course?

Our SketchUp Pro Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using SketchUp Pro throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the SketchUp Pro Introduction course?

For private classes in SketchUp Pro Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the SketchUp Pro Introduction course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the SketchUp Pro Introduction course?

We offer ongoing support to our SketchUp Pro Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

SketchUp Pro Introduction — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

  • Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
  • We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
  • Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
  • We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

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