Frequently Asked Questions

 

The SketchUp Roadmap Course

How long will it take to complete the course?

The course is designed to be completed in 5 weeks. Since the course is on-demand (not live), you can go at your own pace.

Here is the recommended schedule:

Week 1:

Intro: 5:44 min video lessons

SketchUp Interface: 19:25 min videos lessons+ 1 hr practice

SketchUp Base Model: 32:44 min videos lessons + 2 hrs practice

Week 2:

SketchUp Detailed Model, 1st Half: 2 hrs 3 min video lessons +  4 hours practice

Week 3:

SketchUp Detailed Model, 2nd Half: 1 hr 10 min video lessons  +  4 hours practice

Week 4:

SketchUp Deliverables: 1 hr video lessons + 3 hours practice

Week 5:

SketchUp VRay Renderings: 1hr 15 min video lessons + 4 hours practice

What's in each Module?

Lots of amazing lessons. See the full list.

How well do I need to know SketchUp to take the course?

SketchUp Roadmap designed for beginners and intermediate SketchUp users. If you haven't started or if you know SketchUp, but are looking to improve, this is a comprehensive course.

Who is this course for?

SketchUp Roadmap is for, but not limited to: interior designers, decorators, architects, visual merchandisers, and home DIYers. The course is a step by step workflow through modeling and rendering a house in SketchUp, Layout, and VRay. 

What if I have questions about course content while I'm working through the course?

I send a weekly email with a form that you can send your questions through. Those questions will be answered on a weekly basis. 

What can I expect?

I show you how to build the a home model from start to finish. You can follow along and model simultaneously, or watch the videos and create your model after each lesson. 

Will I learn how to build construction documents? 

No. I show how to build a basic model, but we do not discuss construction details (wall studs, window framing, etc).

You will learn how to build other details like cabinets. We create scaled plans and elevations in Layout.

With the workflow and techniques you learn, you will know how to create construction details if you choose. You will also have the foundational knowledge to create construction documents on your own if you choose. 

Software Needs

What version of SketchUp should I use?

Use the latest version of SketchUp Pro. You will not be able to use LayOut or VRay with the free version of SketchUp. 

Mac or PC:

I teach using a Mac, but you can still use a PC to take this course. I call out differences when they arise, but many of the functions are the same. 

What kind of VRay should I use?

For the SketchUp Rendering Lesson, you will need to use VRay for SketchUp. I recommend adhering to the recommended schedule to take advantage of the 30-day free trial for new users.

 

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