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This chapter provides a brief overview of the course, discusses what you will learn and why you might consider taking this course. This course will introduce you to SketchUp, and you’ll learn how planners and architects represent three-dimensional objects in two-dimensions, with step-by-step instructions for creating and using simple 3D models.
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Learn how to get started using SketchUp including downloading the program, setting your preferences, and navigating around the user interface.
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Thinking in Three Dimensions
Learn how planners and architects represent the 3D world in two dimensions, using a simple model of a house as an example.
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Learn about drawing in SketchUp by building simple model of a house. Follow along with step-by-step instructions on how to use the basic drawing functions, including the Line, Rectangle, and Push/Pull tools.
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Learn about some of the auto-functions of SketchUp including how the midpoint and endpoint functions work, how to create parallel lines of equal length, and how to draw on a face while continuing building the simple model of a house.
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Drawing Repeated Elements
Learn about the time-saving functions of SketchUp including creating and modifying groups and components; and, using the Move, Copy, Past, Scale and Rotate tools.
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Drawing More Complicated Forms
Learn how to draw arcs, circles and more complicated forms while creating a model of a bike rack.
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Learn how to put the finishing touches on your model, including adding labels and dimensions, and how to export and print 2D images from your model.
