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CADD International · 3D design & presentation

SketchUp Pro · LayOut · AI workflows

SketchUp Pro Training in Sharjah.

Turn floor plans into spaces you can explore and present. Learn accurate 3D modelling, interior detailing, materials and LayOut, then connect your design skills with supported SketchUp AI workflows.

Training format
Classroom + online live
Learning focus
Model + explore + present
Project pathway
3D views + LayOut sheets

Al Majaz 1, Sharjah · Dubai and Abu Dhabi options

From space to sheet. Learning preview
02 / MATERIALS

Develop your material direction.

Explore a warm palette and review how finishes, proportions and camera framing communicate the design.

Output
A material study for your design presentation.
Focus
Materials, texture scale and composition.
Illustrative model, palette and drawing views. Use your own project to practise the software and AI tools covered by your programme.
SketchUp Pro 3D modelling & design exploration
LayOut documentation Model scenes, scaled views & drawing sheets
CADD International
Learn with CADD International Sharjah classroom & online live options

Make your design easier to understand

Give your ideas
room to grow.

This SketchUp Pro course in Sharjah helps designers, architects, students and creative learners develop a practical workflow for modelling spaces and presenting design ideas.

Build useful geometry, organise components and communicate the design through materials, scenes and LayOut sheets. Explore AI tools with the judgement to review their output against your own model and project brief.

01 / MODEL

Build a clear 3D foundation

Work with dimensions, inference, groups and reusable components. Turn suitable references into an organised interior or architectural model.

02 / EXPLORE

Develop the design direction

Compare finishes, camera views and concept imagery. Review proportions, material choices and how the visual explains your idea.

03 / PRESENT

Connect views with drawing sheets

Use model scenes and LayOut to prepare plans, elevations, sections and a coherent presentation package.

What is SketchUp Pro? SketchUp is Trimble's 3D modelling software for developing and communicating design ideas. The Pro learning pathway combines modelling with LayOut documentation. In this course, apply it to interiors, architectural concepts, joinery, furniture and fit-out presentations.

  • Interior designers
  • Architects & civil engineers
  • Fit-out professionals
  • Joinery & kitchen designers
  • Landscape & exhibition designers
  • Design students & graduates
  • Beginners & creative learners

Strong fundamentals, connected workflows

SketchUp Pro
course curriculum.

Move from accurate modelling to interior detail, materials, AI exploration and LayOut documentation. Request the detailed syllabus to confirm the training hours, included tools and project scope.

01 SketchUp foundations & accurate geometry Build the habits behind a clear model
  • Navigate the workspace, choose templates and set appropriate model units.
  • Use inference, drawing tools, Push/Pull, transformations and accurate measurements.
  • Practise editing connected edges and faces while checking dimensions and proportions.

Practice output: a dimensionally checked modelling exercise with consistent units.

02 Reference drawings & project setup Turn suitable 2D references into a modelling starting point
  • Import suitable DWG references and check units, orientation and scale.
  • Clean up references and establish the main layout before adding details.
  • Review image and PDF reference workflows appropriate to your platform and conversion needs.

Practice output: an organised project reference ready for architectural or interior modelling.

03 Groups, components & model organisation Keep the model readable as it grows
  • Separate useful assemblies into groups and reusable components.
  • Manage nesting, component instances, tags and model visibility.
  • Source suitable 3D Warehouse assets and review their scale, detail and effect on model performance.

Practice output: a model with reusable components and a clear object structure.

04 Interiors, joinery & architectural detail Develop the space and the details that matter
  • Model walls, openings, cabinetry, furniture and selected architectural features.
  • Explore Follow Me, component arrays and appropriate solid modelling tools.
  • Discuss compatible Extension Warehouse tools for specialist tasks, with licensing confirmed separately.

Practice output: an interior or architectural study with selected furniture and joinery details.

05 Materials & visual development Make finishes and texture scale consistent
  • Apply and edit materials; control texture size, orientation and opacity.
  • Develop a coordinated finish palette for wood, fabric, stone, metal and glass.
  • Explore supported photoreal materials, PBR texture maps and environments in the version used by your batch.

Practice output: a material study with checked scale and a coherent design direction.

06 Scenes, sections & presentation views Choose views that explain the design
  • Set up camera positions, scenes, styles, shadows and section planes.
  • Prepare useful plan, elevation, section and perspective views.
  • Explore scene transitions and a walkthrough sequence for a clear presentation.

Practice output: a set of model scenes ready for review and documentation.

07 SketchUp AI exploration & review Connect the brief, the model and the visual
  • Plan prompts around your design brief, references and intended materials.
  • Explore supported AI Render, Generate Object and AI Help workflows.
  • Use 3D Warehouse Image Search and review generated assets for fit, scale and usability.
  • Discover optional Scan-to-Design and AutoShape iPad workflows where included in the course plan.

Practice output: a reviewed concept study that explains the model, prompt and design choices.

08 LayOut documentation & portfolio project Bring model views into an organised drawing set
  • Link SketchUp scenes to LayOut viewports and review their scale and presentation.
  • Prepare plans, elevations, sections, dimensions, annotations and title blocks.
  • Update model references, organise sheet sets and prepare presentation exports.
  • Complete a coordinated model and drawing portfolio with guided project feedback.

Practice output: a presentation package combining 3D views and LayOut sheets.

Explore the current SketchUp toolset

A stronger model.
More creative possibilities.

Connect your modelling skills with tools for concept imagery, object creation and workflow guidance. Learn to review the results, refine your scene and make deliberate design choices.

VISUALISE

AI Render

Explore concept images from a model view and a prompt. Compare the result with your model and design brief.

Practice: Compare presentation moods for an interior.

CREATE

Generate Object

Create a 3D asset from text or an image, then check its size, geometry and place in your scene.

Practice: Develop and review a feature furniture object.

LEARN

AI Help

Ask workflow questions in AI Assistant and use the guidance while working through your modelling task.

Practice: Find guidance for a modelling step.

DISCOVER

3D Warehouse Image Search

Use an image reference to find relevant models and review their suitability for your project.

Practice: Source scene assets from a mood board.

OPTIONAL IPAD WORKFLOW

Scan-to-Design

Use supported iPad scanning workflows to bring a space into SketchUp as organised geometry.

Practice: Review a room scan as a design starting point.

OPTIONAL IPAD WORKFLOW

AutoShape

Explore how supported sketches can become geometry through SketchUp for iPad shape recognition.

Practice: Develop a form from a hand-drawn sketch.

Plan your AI learning. Confirm the supported version, subscription, internet access and AI credits for your practical exercises. Scan-to-Design and AutoShape are optional iPad workflows with device requirements.

Learn through a design story

One project.
A complete presentation.

Develop a guided interior or architectural concept, from suitable references to an organised model and drawing set.

Use the project to practise proportion, material decisions, visual review and documentation. Select outputs that show both the design and how you developed it.

  1. 01 / MODEL An organised SketchUp scene

    A checked model with useful groups, components, interior elements and a readable object structure.

  2. 02 / VIEWS A material & scene study

    Selected finishes and model views that communicate the layout, detail and design direction.

  3. 03 / CONCEPT A reviewed visual exploration

    A concept study using the supported tools in your programme, with choices assessed against the brief.

  4. 04 / DOCUMENTATION LayOut sheets & portfolio outputs

    An organised drawing and presentation package linking your 3D work with annotated model views.

01 Understand the brief

Agree the space, references and intended outputs.

02 Build and explore

Connect geometry, components, finishes and views.

03 Review and refine

Check scale and consistency, then apply feedback.

04 Present the design

Bring the model, concept study and sheets together.

Choose how you learn

Your workspace.
Your learning path.

Share your preferred timing, location and training language. Review the available classroom or online live batches with our team.

CLASSROOM TRAINING

Learn in Sharjah.

Practise modelling and presentation with classroom guidance at CADD International, Al Majaz 1.

Visit us: 208, Reem Plaza, above FAB Bank, Corniche Street, Al Majaz 1, near Al Majaz Waterfront, Sharjah.

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ONLINE LIVE TRAINING

Connect from your own workspace.

Enquire about live online training from the UAE or GCC. Tell us your time zone, computer setup and preferred class schedule.

Ask about demonstrations, guided practice, project feedback and lesson recording access for your programme.

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Language, trainer and batch availability are confirmed before enrolment.

Beyond the software

Work you can show.
Learning you can build on.

Combine your modelling and presentation practice with CADD International's course completion certificate and a project portfolio.

Training is delivered within CADD's ISO 21001:2018 educational management framework. Confirm the assessment and project requirements in your course plan.

Ask about current fees, instalments and available Tabby or Tamara payment options with their terms.

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CADD International completion certificate

Recognition of the applicable SketchUp course and project completion requirements.

Project & portfolio practice

Develop a presentation combining your model, selected views, concept studies and LayOut sheets.

Software access guidance

Discuss suitable SketchUp education and subscription options, required extensions and AI access.

CONTINUED LEARNING

Refresher & portfolio support

Ask about refresher classes, portfolio clinic sessions, lesson recordings and access terms for your programme.

CERTIFICATE OPTIONS

Attestation enquiries

Discuss available attestation options for your eligible course certificate. Additional charges apply where available.

PRACTICAL DEVELOPMENT

A workflow to keep practising

Use your organised project files to revisit the modelling, scene and documentation steps, then apply them to a new brief.

Training for design teams

Create a shared
modelling workflow.

Discuss team training around components, model organisation, materials, scene setup and LayOut documentation. Shape the programme around your team's experience and project outputs.

Before you begin

SketchUp training
questions, answered.

Can I join without 3D modelling experience?

Yes. The learning path starts with navigation, units, drawing tools and model organisation before progressing to interiors, materials and presentation. Beginners, fresh graduates and homemakers can enquire. School students should ask about age suitability and preparation.

What will I learn in the SketchUp Pro course in Sharjah?

The curriculum covers accurate 3D modelling, reference drawings, groups and components, interior detailing, materials, scenes and LayOut documentation. It also includes discussion of supported SketchUp AI workflows and a guided portfolio project. Request the detailed syllabus for your chosen programme.

Do I need AutoCAD before learning SketchUp?

AutoCAD experience can help when using architectural drawings, but the best starting point depends on your current skills. Suitable DWG references are part of the learning path. Tell the team about your experience so they can advise on preparation or a related drafting course.

Is this course suitable for interiors, architecture and fit-out work?

Yes. The project pathway is relevant to interior layouts, architectural concepts, joinery, kitchens, furniture, exhibitions and fit-out presentations. If you have a specialist project, share the brief so the team can confirm a suitable scope.

Will I learn LayOut as well as SketchUp?

The course outline includes linking model scenes to LayOut viewports, reviewing scale, adding dimensions and annotations, and preparing drawing sheets. Confirm the training depth and project deliverables in your selected programme.

Which SketchUp AI tools are covered?

The page outlines AI Render, Generate Object, AI Help and 3D Warehouse Image Search. Scan-to-Design and AutoShape are optional iPad workflows. Confirm the practical modules, software version, supported platform and access requirements for your batch.

Are software subscriptions and AI credits included in the course fee?

Ask for a quotation that identifies the software, subscriptions and credits included in your programme. AI Help does not consume AI credits; AI Render and Generate Object use credits. Review your available balance and the current access terms before planning hands-on AI exercises.

Do I need an iPad or a particular computer?

The desktop SketchUp and LayOut learning path does not require an iPad. Use a supported Windows or macOS computer suitable for your version and project size. Optional iPad workflows require compatible devices. Ask the team to review your setup before enrolment.

What are the course fees, duration and batch timings?

Request current fees, total training hours, class frequency and upcoming start dates. Share your preference for weekday, evening or weekend sessions so admissions can advise on available batches and payment options, including applicable Tabby or Tamara arrangements.

Can I study online from Dubai, Ajman or elsewhere in the GCC?

Enquire about online live training from the UAE and GCC, or classroom options in Sharjah and other CADD locations. Tell us your city, time zone, preferred schedule and training language so the team can recommend available arrangements.

What certificate and portfolio will I receive?

The listed credential is a CADD International course completion certificate, subject to applicable completion requirements. Your project portfolio combines modelling and presentation work with LayOut sheets. Ask about any separate assessment or available attestation requirements and charges.

Will I get support after the course?

Ask about refresher classes, portfolio clinic support, lesson recordings and their access terms for your selected programme. Keep your organised project files and practise applying the workflow to new design briefs.

How do I enrol or arrange corporate training?

Use the enquiry form below to request the syllabus, fees and available batches. For a team programme, include the number of learners, their experience, project type and training goals. The CADD team will guide you through the course plan and next steps.

Plan your next design step

Bring your goals.
Find your course plan.

Request the SketchUp Pro syllabus, fees and available batches. Tell us what you want to design and how you prefer to learn.

  • Your current design or software experience.
  • Interior, architectural or specialist project goals.
  • Classroom or online live preference.
  • Preferred schedule and training language.

208, Reem Plaza, above FAB Bank, Corniche Street, Al Majaz 1, Sharjah.

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