Quick to learn, quick to show
The push/pull method lets you build a room or elevation in a single session and show it to a client the same day.
CADD Centre · Civil / Architectural CADD
SketchUp Course in Vellore, Katpadi & Ranipet
Turn plans and ideas into clear 3D models of homes, interiors and landscapes – then present them as scenes and scaled 2D drawings.
2 levels40–80 h220 topics3 centresClassroom · Online · Hybrid
01What is SketchUp
What is SketchUp? In plain words.
SketchUp is a 3D modelling program from Trimble. It is known for its simple push/pull approach: you draw a shape and pull it into 3D. Architects, interior designers and civil engineers use it to model buildings, rooms, furniture and sites quickly, apply materials and shadows, and then turn the model into dimensioned drawings with SketchUp LayOut.
Architecture practices, interior design studios, modular furniture makers, builders and landscape designers use SketchUp to show clients a design before anything is built. Employers value it because a designer who can produce a quick, accurate 3D model and presentation saves meetings and rework. SketchUp models are also the starting point for rendering in V-Ray or Lumion.
Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet have steady house construction, hospital and college building work, and many families now want to see a 3D view before they build or furnish. SketchUp skills also open doors to design studios in Chennai and Bengaluru.
What you will be able to do
- Draw accurately with lines, shapes, arcs and inference locking
- Build 3D forms with Push/Pull, Follow Me, Move, Rotate, Scale and Offset
- Organise models with groups, components, dynamic components and the Outliner
- Model a building from a photograph using Match Photo
- Apply materials, textures, styles, fog, geo-location and real-time shadows
- Create section cuts and camera scenes for client presentations
- Model terrain, stairs, roofs and curved forms with Sandbox tools and plugins (Proficient)
- Produce scaled, dimensioned 2D drawings in SketchUp LayOut
02Why learn it
Why learn SketchUp now?
Six reasons students and professionals in Vellore district pick this skill.
Widely used in interiors
Interior and modular kitchen studios commonly ask for SketchUp for layouts, furniture and client walkthrough scenes.
From 3D to working drawings
SketchUp LayOut turns your model into scaled plans, sections and elevations with dimensions and text.
Plugins that save hours
The Proficient level teaches 1001bit Pro, Architect Tools, FFD, Flowify and True Bend for stairs, roofs, sites and curved forms.
Good base for rendering
A clean SketchUp model is exactly what V-Ray and Lumion need to create photo-real images.
Useful for freelancing
Many small builders and home owners need 3D views, so SketchUp skills can support part-time or freelance work.
03Who can learn
Who can join this course?
B.Arch and diploma architecture students
Model design studio projects quickly and present them clearly.
Interior design students and professionals
Create room layouts, furniture, lighting ideas and mood boards in 3D.
BE/BTech and diploma Civil students
Visualise buildings and sites alongside AutoCAD drawings.
Civil and architectural draughtsmen
Add 3D modelling to 2D drafting for better job options.
Builders and site supervisors
Show owners what the finished house or elevation will look like.
Furniture and modular kitchen designers
Model units with components and dynamic components for fast changes.
Creative beginners after 12th
Start a design career with an easy-to-learn 3D tool.
Before you start: Basic computer skills are enough to start. An understanding of plans and elevations, or some AutoCAD, helps but is not required.
04Levels & syllabus
Every SketchUp level, topic by topic.
2 programmes on one page. Pick a level to see its modules and every topic covered.
Foundation level
Essential in SketchUp
Beginners who want to model buildings and interiors and present them as scenes and 2D layouts in 40 hours.
40 hours10 modules · 92 topicsCode EBESA2205Certificate: CADD Centre network
10 modules · 92 topics
01Getting Started and Interface8 topics
Getting Started with SketchUpUnderstanding the TemplatesSketchUp Interface and MenusStatus Bar and Default TrayToolbar Customisation and Managing TraysMouse Control and SketchUp PreferencesCreating, Saving and Opening a ModelImporting and Exporting Different File Types
02Axes and Inference6 topics
Understanding the Axes in SketchUpReorienting the AxesConcept of InferenceTypes of InferenceLocking the InferencePractice: Importing Different File Types into SketchUp
03Modelling of Entities 1 – Drawing Tools13 topics
Line ToolConstructing a SurfaceDividing and Joining a FaceInput MethodsRectangle Tool and Dimension InputsRotated RectangleCircle and Its ParametersDrawing an Ellipse from a CirclePolygon and Its Parameters2 Point Arc, 3 Point Arc and Pie ToolFreehand ShapesSelect Tool, Multiple Selection, Adding and Subtracting from a SelectionPractice: Simple 2D Floor Plan
04Modelling of Entities 2 – Modify Tools9 topics
Editing Shapes Using Entity InfoPush/Pull Shapes into 3DCutting a 3D Shape out of a ModelMove Tool and Stretching GeometryResizing Surface EntitiesCopies and Arrays with Move and RotateOffset ToolUndo and Eraser ToolPractice: 3D Floor Plan
05Modelling of Entities 3 – Advanced Modify Tools10 topics
Dividing, Splitting and Exploding EntitiesFlipping, Mirroring and RotatingScaling and Stretching with the Scale ToolFollow Me Tool: Automatic and Manual ExtrusionModelling Revolved ShapesSoften/Smooth Edges and Hiding GeometryTape Measure Tool: Distances and GuidesProtractor Tool: Measuring AnglesEditing GuidelinesPractice: Vase and Sun Shade with Follow Me
06Modelling of Entities 4 – Annotation and Match Photo8 topics
Annotation ToolsAdding Text and 3D Text as a Model EntityDimension ToolMatching a Photo to a ModelMatch Photo Colour-Coded ToolsCreating a 3D Model from a PhotoDeleting a Matched PhotoPractice: Building Model Using Match Photo
07Groups and Components11 topics
Grouping GeometryWorking with Hierarchies in the OutlinerRenaming, Finding and Identifying Groups and ComponentsRestructuring a Model's HierarchyControlling Visibility with Layers (Tags)Creating and Editing ComponentsEditing All Instances of a ComponentMaking Dynamic Components: Adding and Testing AttributesInserting, Replacing and Interacting with Dynamic ComponentsSearching for Components and Adjusting the Insertion PointPractice: Table as a Group and Door as a Component
08Presenting Your Model – Views, Sections and Styles10 topics
Camera Tools and Changing Field of View / Focal LengthPlacing a Section PlaneFilling Voids in Section CutsCreating New Geometry from a SectionShowing/Hiding Section Planes and Exporting Section CutsChoosing and Editing StylesManaging In-Model Styles and CollectionsSharing StylesFog EffectsPractice: Styles and Scenes Using the Camera
09Materials, Textures and Shadows9 topics
Adding Colour and Textures with MaterialsReplacing One Material with AnotherEditing MaterialsCalculating Material AreaManaging and Organising MaterialsCreating New MaterialsApplying TexturesAdding Geographic Location from Google MapsReal-Time Shadows
103D Model to 2D – SketchUp LayOut8 topics
Introduction to LayOut and Template SelectionLayOut InterfaceCreating and Presenting LayOut DocumentsScale and Changing ViewsChanging Model Style and Dimension StyleInserting Text and Changing Text StyleExporting and Printing LayOut DocumentsPractice: Converting a 3D Model to a 2D Layout
Professional level
Proficient in SketchUp
Architecture, interior and civil learners who want the full 80-hour course with terrain, solid tools, plugins and interior/landscape projects.
80 hours10 modules · 128 topicsCode EBPFA2206Certificate: CADD Centre network
10 modules · 128 topics
01Getting Started and Interface8 topics
Getting Started with SketchUpUnderstanding the TemplatesSketchUp Interface and MenusStatus Bar and Default TrayToolbar Customisation and Managing TraysMouse Control and SketchUp PreferencesCreating, Saving and Opening a ModelImporting and Exporting Different File Types
02Axes and Inference6 topics
Understanding the Axes in SketchUpReorienting the AxesConcept of InferenceTypes of InferenceLocking the InferencePractice: Importing Different File Types into SketchUp
03Modelling of Entities 1–4 – Drawing, Modify, Follow Me and Annotation37 topics
Line ToolConstructing a SurfaceDividing and Joining a FaceInput MethodsRectangle Tool and Dimension InputsRotated RectangleCircle and Its ParametersDrawing an Ellipse from a CirclePolygon and Its Parameters2 Point Arc, 3 Point Arc and Pie ToolFreehand ShapesSelect Tool, Multiple Selection, Adding and Subtracting from a SelectionEditing Shapes Using Entity InfoPush/Pull Shapes into 3DCutting a 3D Shape out of a ModelMove Tool and Stretching GeometryResizing Surface EntitiesCopies and Arrays with Move and RotateOffset ToolUndo and Eraser ToolDividing, Splitting and Exploding EntitiesFlipping, Mirroring and RotatingScaling and Stretching with the Scale ToolFollow Me Tool: Automatic and Manual ExtrusionModelling Revolved ShapesSoften/Smooth Edges and Hiding GeometryTape Measure Tool: Distances and GuidesProtractor Tool: Measuring AnglesEditing GuidelinesAnnotation ToolsAdding Text and 3D Text as a Model EntityDimension ToolMatching a Photo to a ModelMatch Photo Colour-Coded ToolsCreating a 3D Model from a PhotoDeleting a Matched PhotoPractice: 2D and 3D Floor Plans, Vase, Sun Shade and Match Photo Building
04Groups and Components11 topics
Grouping GeometryWorking with Hierarchies in the OutlinerRenaming, Finding and Identifying Groups and ComponentsRestructuring a Model's HierarchyCreating and Editing ComponentsEditing All Instances of a ComponentMaking Dynamic Components: Adding and Testing AttributesInserting, Replacing and Interacting with Dynamic ComponentsSearching for Components and Adjusting the Insertion PointImporting and Exporting Models with 3D WarehousePractice: Table as a Group and Door as a Component
05Sandbox and Solid Tools9 topics
Terrain from Edge Selection (From Contours)Terrain Mesh (From Scratch)Flat Foundation (Stamp)Project (Drape)Add Edges and SmoothnessLoft or Depress Terrain FacesOuter Shell, Union and IntersectSubtract, Trim and SplitPractice: Contour Landscape with Sandbox
06Architecture Plugins – 1001bit Pro, Architect Tools, FFD, Flowify, True Bend13 topics
1001bit Pro: Staircase, Window, Wall and Door1001bit Pro: Openings on Walls and Extend1001bit Pro: Roof, Rafter, Purlins, Chamfer and FilletPractice: Cantilever Dog-Leg Staircase and Sloped RoofArchitect Tools: Generate Buildings, Merge Solid Buildings, Fill Solid HolesSelect Non-Solids, 2:1 Road Profile and Move to ZContour Tool, Extrude Up, Project Down and Magnet ToolMove to Plane, Flatten Selection, Crop Selection to Boundary and Grid DividePractice: Neighbourhood Buildings with Architect ToolsSketchUp FFD: 2x2, 3x3 and NxN FFDLock/Unlock Edge and Make PatchFlowify and True Bend for Form DevelopmentPractice: Recreating a Reference Building
07Presenting Your Model – Views, Sections and Styles10 topics
Camera Tools and Changing Field of View / Focal LengthPlacing a Section PlaneFilling Voids in Section CutsCreating New Geometry from a SectionShowing/Hiding Section Planes and Exporting Section CutsChoosing and Editing StylesManaging In-Model Styles and CollectionsSharing StylesFog EffectsPractice: Styles and Scenes Using the Camera
08Materials, Textures and Shadows9 topics
Adding Colour and Textures with MaterialsReplacing One Material with AnotherEditing MaterialsCalculating Material AreaManaging and Organising MaterialsCreating New MaterialsApplying TexturesAdding Geographic Location from Google MapsReal-Time Shadows
09Interior, Lighting, Furniture and Landscape17 topics
Definition and Process of Interior DesignDesign Principles and ElementsDesign of Interior Spaces and Design ConceptColour Schemes, Properties and Types of ColourMood Board CreationInterior Lighting: Types of Lighting and FixturesLight Properties and Effects on SpacesModelling Interior and Exterior Light ComponentsFurniture for Human Comfort and FunctionTypes and Properties of FurnitureModelling Living Room and Bedroom FurnitureCloth Work: Quadrilateral, Equilateral and Adaptive GridsSplit/Weld Edges, Loop Subdivision and Laplacian SmoothingDrape and Undrape, Record and ExportLandscape Architecture: Hard and Soft ElementsUrban Landscape and Garden DesignPractice: Residence Garden and Backyard Landscape
103D Model to 2D – SketchUp LayOut8 topics
Introduction to LayOut and Template SelectionLayOut InterfaceCreating and Presenting LayOut DocumentsScale and Changing ViewsChanging Model Style and Dimension StyleInserting Text and Changing Text StyleExporting and Printing LayOut DocumentsPractice: Converting a 3D Model to a 2D Layout
05Choose your level
Which level is right for me?
Pick Essential (40 hours) if you want to model and present buildings or rooms and prepare LayOut drawings. Pick Proficient (80 hours) if you are heading into architecture or interior work and need terrain, solid tools, architecture plugins, furniture, lighting, cloth work and landscape modelling. After SketchUp, V-Ray or Lumion will take your models to photo-real renders.
| Programme | Level | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential in SketchUp Code EBESA2205 | Foundation | 40 h | Beginners who want to model buildings and interiors and present them as scenes and 2D layouts in 40 hours. |
| Proficient in SketchUp Code EBPFA2206 | Professional | 80 h | Architecture, interior and civil learners who want the full 80-hour course with terrain, solid tools, plugins and interior/landscape projects. |
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.
2D to 3D house model
Draw a floor plan and push it into a full 3D house with doors, windows and a sloped roof.
Match Photo building
Recreate an existing building from a single photograph and add text and dimensions.
Living room interior with mood board
Plan colours and materials, model a sofa, tea table and a chandelier, and set up camera scenes.
Backyard garden landscape
Use the Sandbox tools to shape terrain and lay out hard and soft landscape elements.
LayOut drawing set
Convert your 3D model into scaled plan, section and elevation sheets ready to print or export.
Tools & features covered
SketchUp (Push/Pull, Follow Me, Match Photo)Outliner, Tags and Dynamic Components3D WarehouseSandbox toolsSolid Tools1001bit Pro pluginArchitect Tools pluginSketchUp FFD, Flowify and True BendCloth work tools (drape and subdivision)Styles, Scenes, Sections and ShadowsSketchUp LayOut
Talk to a counsellor about SketchUp
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 SketchUp
Roles that list this skill in Indian job postings.
3D Visualiser (SketchUp)
Builds 3D models and presentation scenes of buildings and interiors.
Interior Designer / Junior Interior Designer
Plans room layouts, furniture and finishes and shows them in 3D.
Architectural Assistant
Models design options and prepares drawings for an architect.
Modular Kitchen / Furniture Designer
Designs cabinets, wardrobes and furniture using components.
Civil / Architectural Draughtsman
Prepares 2D and 3D drawings for builders and consultants.
Landscape Design Assistant
Models gardens, terrain and outdoor spaces.
Freelance 3D Modeller
Creates 3D views for home owners, builders and small studios.
Salary you can expect
Fresher0–2 years₹1.8–3.5 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 practicesInterior design studiosReal estate and constructionModular furniture and kitchensLandscape designRetail and exhibition designEvent and set designEducation and training
Companies that use these skills
LivspaceHomeLaneGodrej InterioSobha LimitedPrestige GroupCasagrandBrigade GroupShapoorji PallonjiLarsen & ToubroTata ProjectsPepperfryAsian Paints (Beautiful Homes)
Examples of well-known companies and sectors in India that use these skills. They are not CareerKraft partners or recruiters.
Your career path
1
Trainee 3D Modeller / Draughtsman
Models rooms and buildings from given drawings.
2
Interior or Architectural Designer
Develops layouts and design options and presents them to clients.
3
Senior Designer / Visualisation Lead
Handles full projects, adds rendering and guides juniors.
4
Design Manager or Studio Owner
Runs a design team or an independent interior practice.
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.
Career guides that include this course
11Where to learn
Learn SketchUp at any of 3 centres
Same syllabus, trainer standard and certificate at every centre. Tap the centre you want.
SketchUp in Katpadi
Near Aascars Cinemas, Katpadi
CADD Centre Katpadi
SketchUp in Vellore
Near Raja Theatre, Vellore
CADD Centre Vellore
SketchUp in Ranipet
Near SBI, Muthukadai, Ranipet
CADD Centre Ranipet
Guides about SketchUp
Design & Engineering
How to Build a Design Portfolio That Gets You Interviews
A practical guide to building a design portfolio for CAD, BIM, interior, product and UI/UX roles, even if you have never worked on a paid project.
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Design & Engineering
Interior Design Software Guide: 3ds Max, SketchUp and More
Interior designers use a chain of tools, from AutoCAD plans to SketchUp models and V-Ray renders. Here is what each does and how to learn them in order.
8 min readRead
09FAQ
SketchUp 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 SketchUp?
SketchUp is a 3D modelling program from Trimble used to design buildings, interiors, furniture and landscapes. You draw shapes and pull them into 3D, add materials and shadows, and then create 2D drawings using SketchUp LayOut.
Who can join the SketchUp course?
Anyone with basic computer skills can join – architecture, interior and civil students, draughtsmen, builders and furniture designers. Knowing how to read a plan helps, but the course starts from the basics.
How long is each SketchUp level?
Essential in SketchUp is 40 hours and Proficient in SketchUp is 80 hours. Each session is followed by a practice exercise. Your weekly timetable depends on the batch you choose.
Which SketchUp level should I choose?
Essential covers drawing, modifying, groups, components, materials, scenes and LayOut. Proficient adds Sandbox terrain, solid tools, architecture plugins, interior design, lighting, furniture, cloth work and landscape – choose it if you want a design job.
What jobs and salary can I expect after learning SketchUp?
Common roles are 3D visualiser, junior interior designer, architectural assistant and modular furniture designer. Freshers usually start around ₹1.8–3.5 LPA, with more in metros or with a strong portfolio. These are indicative figures and depend on the company, city and your skills.
Can I take the SketchUp course online or in hybrid mode?
Yes. SketchUp training is offered in classroom, online or hybrid mode, depending on trainer availability at your chosen centre. The counsellor will confirm which batches and modes are open when you enquire.
Is there a free demo class?
You can ask for a demo or a counselling session at the Katpadi, Vellore or Ranipet centre before you join. It helps you see how classes run and meet the trainer. Message the centre on WhatsApp to book a slot.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. On completing the programme and its assessments you receive a course certificate from the training partner through CareerKraft. It shows the exact programme title and can be added to your resume and LinkedIn profile.
Do you provide placement support?
Yes, we offer placement support: help with your resume and portfolio, mock interviews and sharing of job leads we come across. We do not promise or guarantee a job – your skills, practice and interview performance decide the outcome.
What is the fee for the SketchUp course?
Fees change with the level, mode and current offers, so we do not print them here. The counsellor at your chosen centre will share the current fee, any offers and EMI options on WhatsApp.
Do I need my own laptop?
Not for classroom batches, as lab systems are provided. For online or hybrid learning, a laptop with a dedicated graphics card is recommended for smooth 3D work; the counsellor can guide you on the configuration.
Which centre can I join and what are the timings?
The course runs at all three CareerKraft centres – Katpadi (Near Aascars Cinemas, Katpadi), Vellore (CSI Complex, Anna Salai, near Raja Theatre) and Ranipet (Krishnagiri Trunk Road, near SBI, Muthukadai). Centres are open Monday to Saturday 9:30 am–6:30 pm and Sunday 9:00 am–2:00 pm.
10Keep exploring
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