Clients understand designs faster
A walkthrough shows space, scale and finishes in a way drawings cannot.
CADD Centre · Civil / Architectural CADD
AR/VR for Building Design Course in Vellore, Katpadi & Ranipet
Turn your building models into immersive VR walkthroughs, 360° views and AR presentations that clients can explore before anything is built.
1 level20 h22 topics3 centresClassroom · Online · Hybrid
01What is AR/VR for Building Design
What is AR/VR for Building Design? In plain words.
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) let people experience a building design in three dimensions instead of looking at flat drawings. In VR, a client wears a headset and walks through rooms at true scale. In AR, a phone or tablet places the model over a real site or table. This 20-hour course shows how to take a 3D model from software such as Revit or SketchUp and turn it into these immersive experiences.
Architecture firms, interior designers, real-estate developers and construction companies use AR/VR to present projects, sell flats before construction and catch design problems early. A walkthrough makes room sizes, light and finishes easy for non-technical clients to understand. Designers who can prepare a clean model, set materials and lighting, and publish a smooth walkthrough add real value to any design or sales team.
Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet are growing fast, with new housing, hospitals and colleges. Local builders and architects increasingly show projects digitally, and firms in Chennai and Bengaluru regularly look for visualisers.
What you will be able to do
- Explain the difference between AR, VR and 360° panoramas
- Prepare and clean a building model for real-time use
- Import a Revit or SketchUp model into a real-time visualisation tool
- Apply materials, lighting and a basic site context
- Set up cameras and a smooth walkthrough path
- Export 360° panoramas and walkthrough videos
- View and present a model in a VR headset or on a mobile device
- Present a complete immersive design review to a client
02Why learn it
Why learn AR/VR for Building Design now?
Six reasons students and professionals in Vellore district pick this skill.
Adds to your BIM and 3D skills
It builds directly on models you already create in Revit, SketchUp or similar tools.
Used in real-estate marketing
Developers use VR tours and 360° views to show flats and villas before they are built.
Catch problems early
Walking through a model at eye level reveals clashes, poor lighting and awkward spaces.
Short, practical course
Twenty hours is enough to complete a full walkthrough of a small building.
Stand out in your portfolio
A VR walkthrough or 360° tour is an easy way to show your work to employers.
03Who can learn
Who can join this course?
B.Arch and architecture students
Present studio projects as walkthroughs instead of static renders.
BE/BTech Civil students
Add visualisation to modelling skills for building projects.
Interior design learners
Show clients furniture, materials and lighting at true scale.
Diploma civil and draughtsmen
Move from 2D drafting into presentation and visualisation work.
Working architects and designers
Add AR/VR presentations to your client meetings.
Real-estate marketing staff
Understand how VR tours and 360° views are prepared.
Before you start: Comfortable computer use is needed. Basic knowledge of a 3D modelling tool such as Revit, SketchUp or 3ds Max is strongly recommended, as the course works from an existing building model.
04Levels & syllabus
Every AR/VR for Building Design level, topic by topic.
1 programme on one page. Pick a level to see its modules and every topic covered.
Foundation level
Essential in AR/VR - Building Design
Architecture, civil and interior learners who already model buildings and want to present them in AR and VR in 20 hours.
20 hours6 modules · 22 topicsCode EBESG2502Certificate: CADD Centre network
These are the core topics this programme always covers. Ask the counsellor on WhatsApp for the detailed, session-wise syllabus.
6 modules · 22 topics
01Introduction to AR and VR4 topics
What AR, VR and mixed reality meanUses in architecture, interiors and constructionVR headsets, mobile AR and 360° viewersOverview of the model-to-VR workflow
02Preparing the Building Model4 topics
Checking and cleaning a Revit or SketchUp modelReducing unnecessary detail for real-time useOrganising the model by layers or categoriesExporting or linking the model
03Materials and Lighting4 topics
Applying and editing materialsSun position and daylightArtificial lights for interiorsAdding furniture, people and vegetation
04Walkthroughs and Views4 topics
Placing cameras and saved viewsCreating a walkthrough pathRendering images and walkthrough videosCreating 360° panoramas
05VR and AR Output4 topics
Viewing the model in a VR headsetNavigation in VR at true scaleViewing a model in AR on a phone or tabletSharing panoramas and tours with clients
06Mini Project2 topics
Complete a VR walkthrough of a small house or officePresent the design review to the batch
05Your next step
Where this course leads
There is one 20-hour level on this page. If you do not yet model buildings, take Revit or SketchUp first; after this course, Lumion, V-Ray or 3ds Max will deepen your rendering skills.
Foundation
Course on · Essential · Certificate · SKEP · Executive DiplomaStart here. Core tools, workflow and a practice project.
Professional
Proficient · ProfessionalIndustry-style exercises, advanced features and a portfolio project.
Master
Advanced · Expert · MastersComplete programmes that combine several tools and a capstone project.
06Hands-on
Projects you will build
You learn by making real deliverables – reviewed by your trainer before certification.
House walkthrough in VR
Convert a small house model into a VR walkthrough with materials and daylight.
Interior 360° tour
Create a set of 360° panoramas of living, kitchen and bedroom spaces.
AR table-top model
Place a building model on a table using a phone or tablet for a client meeting.
Design review session
Walk a reviewer through your model and note changes they request.
Tools & features covered
Revit or SketchUp model preparationReal-time visualisation workflowVR headset viewingMobile AR viewing360° panorama exportWalkthrough video output
Talk to a counsellor about AR/VR for Building Design
Get the full syllabus PDF, current fee, offers and the next batch date on WhatsApp – usually within minutes during centre hours.
07Careers
Jobs you can apply for after AR/VR for Building Design
Roles that list this skill in Indian job postings.
Architectural Visualiser
Creates renders, walkthroughs and VR tours of building designs.
BIM Modeller with Visualisation
Builds models and prepares them for client presentations.
Interior Design Visualiser
Shows furniture, finishes and lighting options in immersive views.
3D Presentation Executive
Supports real-estate sales teams with VR tours and 360° content.
Junior Architect / Design Assistant
Uses AR/VR to review and present design options within a firm.
Freelance Visualisation Artist
Delivers walkthroughs and panoramas for small firms and builders.
Salary you can expect
Fresher0–2 years₹2–3.6 LPA
Experienced3–5 years₹4–7 LPA
Senior6+ years₹8–14 LPA
Indicative ranges for India; pay varies by company, city, skills and experience. Figures in lakh per annum (LPA).
Industries that use it
Architecture firmsInterior designReal estate and property developmentConstructionInfrastructure and township projectsHospitality and retail fit-outsDesign and visualisation studios
Companies that use these skills
Larsen & ToubroTata ProjectsShapoorji PallonjiGodrej PropertiesPrestige GroupSobhaBrigade GroupCasagrandDLFPuravankaraLivspaceHomeLane
Examples of well-known companies and sectors in India that use these skills. They are not CareerKraft partners or recruiters.
Your career path
1
Modeller / Draughtsman
Build building models in Revit or SketchUp.
2
Junior Visualiser
Prepare renders, 360° views and walkthroughs for projects.
3
Visualisation Specialist
Handle full VR and AR presentations for clients and sales teams.
4
Lead Visualiser / BIM Coordinator
Guide a team and set visualisation standards across projects.
Placements
Students placed from our centres
Naresh N
Knitwear Designer & Quality Checker
SGS India Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru
Surendar S
Design Engineer, Assistant Engineer - Design
Hirise Drafting and Consulting Pvt. Ltd, Eversendai Construction Pvt. Ltd (ECPL), Chennai
Suresh K
CNC Lathe Programmer
Propel Valve Pvt. Ltd
Anish R
Design Engineer
New Auto Tech Pvt. Ltd
08How you learn
Classroom, online or both.
Same syllabus and certificate in every mode. Your counsellor confirms the mode based on trainer availability for your batch.
Classroom
Learn in our labs at Katpadi, Vellore or Ranipet with your trainer beside you and classmates to build with.
Online
Live sessions from home with the same syllabus, projects and certificate. Good if you cannot travel every day.
Hybrid
Lab days plus online sessions around college or work. The mode depends on trainer availability for your batch.
Certificate
On completing a level and its project assessment, you receive the course certificate of the CADD Centre network, issued through CareerKraft as the authorised training partner.
Batches & timings
Weekday, weekend and fast-track batches within centre hours (Mon–Sat 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM · Sun 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM). Ask for the next start date at your centre.
Fees & EMI
The fee depends on the level and mode. Your counsellor shares the current fee, offers and EMI options on WhatsApp.
Why learn at CareerKraft
Authorised partner training
Structured syllabi and certificates from the CADD Centre, Livewire and SynergySBS networks.
Learn by doing
Hands-on lab work and a project assessed before you are certified.
Personal attention
Industry-experienced trainers and batches small enough to ask questions.
Placement support
Resume help, mock interviews and job leads when you are ready – no false promises.
11Where to learn
Learn AR/VR for Building Design at any of 3 centres
Same syllabus, trainer standard and certificate at every centre. Tap the centre you want.
AR/VR for Building Design in Katpadi
Near Aascars Cinemas, Katpadi
CADD Centre Katpadi
AR/VR for Building Design in Vellore
Near Raja Theatre, Vellore
CADD Centre Vellore
AR/VR for Building Design in Ranipet
Near SBI, Muthukadai, Ranipet
CADD Centre Ranipet
09FAQ
AR/VR for Building Design course – your questions answered
12 answers about levels, duration, eligibility, certificate, placement support and fees.
Still have a question? The counsellor at the centre you prefer replies on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppWhat is the AR/VR for Building Design course?
It teaches how to turn a 3D building model into VR walkthroughs, 360° panoramas and AR views. It is aimed at architecture, civil and interior design learners.
Who can join?
Architecture, civil and interior design students, draughtsmen and working designers can join. Basic knowledge of Revit, SketchUp or another 3D tool is strongly recommended.
How long is the course?
Essential in AR/VR - Building Design is 20 hours, covering model preparation, materials and lighting, walkthroughs and VR/AR output.
Which level should I choose?
There is one level. If you have never modelled a building, first take Revit or SketchUp, then join this course.
Is online or hybrid learning available?
Yes, classroom, online and hybrid modes are possible depending on trainer availability. VR headset practice is best done at the centre.
Can I attend a free demo?
Ask the counsellor at your chosen centre on WhatsApp about a demo session before you join.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. You receive a course completion certificate from the training partner through CareerKraft when you finish the course.
Is there placement support?
Yes, placement support includes resume help, mock interviews and job leads. A job is not guaranteed.
What are the fees?
The counsellor at your chosen centre will share the current fee, offers and EMI options on WhatsApp.
Do I need my own laptop or VR headset?
No. Classroom students use the centre's systems. For online study you need a reasonably powerful laptop with a dedicated graphics card; a headset is not required at home.
What are the job prospects and salary?
Visualisation skills are used by architects, builders and interior firms. Freshers usually start around ₹2–3.6 LPA, with higher pay in Chennai and Bengaluru as experience grows.
Which centre can I join and what are the timings?
The course runs at Katpadi, Vellore and Ranipet. Hours are Monday to Saturday 9:30 am–6:30 pm and Sunday 9:00 am–2:00 pm.
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