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LayOut Courses for Sketchup - Online Training and Education

LayOut is an extension for SketchUp that allows you to create technical drawings for a modeled house or interior design on the fly.Preparing technical documentation in LayOut is quick. After finishing the project, you can add details and descriptions, and then save the whole thing as a PDF or print it. In our online courses, you will learn how to properly configure LayOut. We have prepared online LayOut training with architects and interior designers in mind, who want to learn how to quickly prepare simple technical drawings.

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LayOut - what is it?

LayOut is a SketchUp plugin that allows you to create basic technical documentation based on 3D models.Technical drawings are automatically modified according to the changes you make in the SketchUp model. You can also add information about dimensions, graphics, and descriptions to the sheets. Prepared projects in LayOut can be exported to a PDF file or printed to a desired scale.

LayOut - key information about the program

LayOut is closely associated with SketchUp software, which is the leading program for creating 3D models widely used by interior designers and architects. If you have SketchUp PRO, you can automatically use the LayOut plugin. You could say that LayOut is a bonus that comes with the full SketchUp PRO package. You can read more about it in our blog article 'What is LayOut and What is it Used For'.

What is LayOut software used for?

LayOut is a tool used for automatic creation of technical drawings based on a 3D model.In our SketchUp + LayOut courses, you will learn how to continuously update the LayOut drawingto receive a visual representation with elevations, floor plans, and cross-sections after finishing the modeling in SketchUp.

How long does it take to learn LayOut software for creating documentation based on 3D models?

The LayOut courses available on the CG Wisdom portal are always combined with learning SketchUp.Our LayOut + SketchUp courses last from 8 to 13 hours. We know that for today's investors, the ability to view visualizations of the planned building or apartment is very important. That's why we have enriched the SketchUp + LayOut courses with V-Ray content. The ability to present a comprehensive project, i.e., a 3D model, documentation, and visualization, is highly desirable in the market. If you already know SketchUp, learning LayOut will not take much time. And because we have divided our courses into short thematic video lessons - you will easily find the materials that interest you.

How to learn LayOut? Why do we recommend online training?

The most important part of learning LayOut is hands-on experience with the program. That's why it's important not to limit your learning to just watching video lessons. Follow the trainer's commands and create projects and their documentation in LayOut yourself. We recommend online training because it gives you unlimited opportunity to pause lessons, replay them, and make sure you are doing it right. What's more, in the online LayOut courses, you decide when you want to learn. When you are not limited by a rigid schedule of stationary courses, you can freely manage your learning schedule and adjust it to your needs.

What types of LayOut online courses do we offer?

In the CG Wisdom offer, you will find LayOut online courses combined with learning SketchUp or SketchUp and V-Ray. In the training 'SketchUp + LayOut from the basics, preparing a project of an apartment', you will learn how to prepare a project for a 25-square-meter apartment and advanced technical documentation. In the course, you will learn about the basic LayOut tools, how to draw and dimension, and learn the principles of working with groups and layers.

What is the subject matter of LayOut courses?

LayOut courses are comprehensive online training in which you will learn all the most important LayOut tools and how to prepare technical drawings. You will learn how to dimension and add labels. Of course, at the end of the part dedicated to LayOut, we will show you how to export the project to a PDF file and print it on a desired sheet.

What makes our LayOut online training stand out?

  • Teachers - practitioners

    • The trainers at CG Wisdom are practitioners, who create visualizations and models of buildings and interiors on a daily basis. We only demonstrate proven LayOut work methods. We want the graduates of our courses to be able to independently prepare documentation in LayOut, so we focus on optimization and useful solutions.

  • We show proven tools

    • In LayOut online training, we pay a lot of attention to optimizing the program settings. Thanks to this, changes in the 3D model will automatically transfer to technical drawings. Your work will be simpler and more efficient if you take care of proper automation of operations.

  • Basic LayOut courses for beginners

    • We have prepared LayOut + SketchUp courses for beginners from scratch for people who have no prior experience with this program. Our courses are suitable for both beginners starting from scratch and self-learners. If you have previously learned on your own, in our courses, you will gain organized knowledge.

  • Subscription model

What will you learn during our LayOut courses?

In our LayOut + SketchUp courses for architects, you will learn how to prepare technical drawing documentation for a designed house or apartment. In the online courses, we discuss topics such as dimensioning, drawing management, creating your own libraries, and models in LayOut. The final element of the part dedicated to LayOut is the export of technical documentation.

Online LayOut course in video format - how does it work?

We have divided the LayOut courses for architects and interior designers into short video lessons. You get access to training materials immediately after placing the order. Online video training allows you to acquire knowledge according to your planned learning rhythm. Unlike stationary LayOut courses, you do not have to wait for a set time for classes. You can learn when it suits you best. Thematically ordered video lessons will allow you to quickly and easily find the desired material. Moreover, if you buy access to a single course, you will receive lifetime access to training materials. This way, even after a long time, you will be able to come back to a specific recording and make sure that you are doing it right.

LayOut course for architects - levels of advancement

In the CG Wisdom offer, you will find a wide range of LayOut + SketchUp courses. Some of the online courses for interior designers have a section dedicated to the V-Ray rendering engine. In our courses, you will learn everything you need to present a complete apartment or interior project. You will learn how to create a 3D model, technical documentation, and photorealistic visualization of rooms or buildings.

LayOut courses for beginners

In the LayOut courses from scratch for beginners, you will gain the skills necessary to independently prepare simple technical documentation. In our courses for architects, we will show you how to automatically generate technical drawings based on 3D models in SketchUp.

Courses for intermediate users

If you already have some experience in LayOut + SketchUp, you will systematize your knowledge in our courses. We will show you proven work methods. Apply the tips provided by our trainers to speed up and optimize your work.

How are our LayOut courses scheduled?

We schedule our LayOut course program so that even beginners can continuously perform the trainer's commands. In online courses for beginner architects, we start with a discussion of the program interface and the most important features. LayOut training is combined with learning to create 3D models in SketchUp, so first, we prepare a house or apartment model together, and then we move on to the development of technical documentation.

Whom do we recommend online LayOut training to?

LayOut course for architects

SketchUp and LayOut are standard software used in the architectural industry. If you see your future in building design, in our LayOut courses for architects, you will learn how to prepare technical drawings with basic dimensions. 

Online LayOut course for interior designers and garden designers

SketchUp + LayOut software is often used to design interior or exterior arrangements of a house.Interior designers can quickly and conveniently prepare simple technical drawings of specific rooms. LayOut allows for easy addition of details and descriptions to the drawing, making it even easier to present your idea. If you are already working in SketchUp, learning how to prepare documentation would be a valuable bonus that will increase the value of your skills. Perhaps you don't even know that in SketchUp PRO you have such a useful add-on. In our online courses, you will see how quick and convenient creating floor plans, sections, and elevations can be. The authors of our online courses in LayOut for interior designers and architects are professionals who professionally design buildings and interior arrangements. In our LayOut courses, we start with discussing SketchUp - without a knowledge of the basic program, you won't achieve satisfactory results in preparing technical drawings. That's why we want to teach you the entire process of preparing a project: from a 3D model, through simple technical drawings, to realistic visualizations. SketchUp + LayOut courses last from 8 to 13 hours. Also, remember about the time for independent work in the program. In our training, we will share tips on preparing documentation. The amount of time you spend on improving your skills will determine how efficiently you will work. After completing all the lessons in the LayOut course for architects, you can generate a certificate confirming the skills you have acquired. The knowledge gained in CG Wisdom training will help you enter the architectural industry. Certificates from completed courses and an interesting portfolio will be a valuable asset when seeking contracts. Participants of LayOut courses available in our offer appreciate that we work on authentic examples and explain technical complexities in an accessible way. We also know that learning in courses prepared in the form of recorded video lessons is very convenient, as it is possible to navigate between lessons efficiently. LayOut is a plugin for preparing technical drawings added to the SketchUp program. Combine the ability to create 3D models and documentation with making photorealistic visualizations. In addition to LayOut courses, check out our V-Ray training for architects. LayOut online courses - FAQ Will I receive a certificate after completing the LayOut course? Yes. After completing any of our online courses for architects and interior designers, you can generate a certificate confirming your skills. Read more about certificates of completed online courses at CG Wisdom. How much does a LayOut license cost? To use LayOut, you must purchase a license for SketchUp PRO. The annual license costs around 2,600 PLN. Is LayOut free? Unfortunately, LayOut is an add-on to SketchUp PRO. The cost of an annual SketchUp license is around 2600 zlotys. If you haven't worked in SketchUp before, you can take advantage of a free 7-day trial version, which you can download from the manufacturer's website. Where can I download LayOut for the online course? You can download SketchUp with the LayOut plugin from the official program's website. For the purposes of the online course for architects, a free 7-day trial version of SketchUp with the LayOut add-on is sufficient. A month is enough time to complete the training at a leisurely pace and practice preparing technical documentation. What computer do I need for LayOut? Because LayOut is a plugin for SketchUp, when looking for the right computer, follow the standard requirements of 3D modeling programs. When choosing a computer for SketchUp, pay attention to the processor and graphics card. Read this article on how to choose a computer for SketchUp or another graphic program. Is the course for me if I have no experience with LayOut? Yes. In our LayOut courses for beginners, we start with discussing the interface and basic tools. We have designed basic training in such a way that even people who have never dealt with LayOut before can easily follow the trainer's instructions. Participants in training for architects on the CG Wisdom platform praise us for explaining even complicated issues in a simple and accessible way. Will I receive a VAT invoice for the order? Yes. To receive a VAT invoice for the LayOut course, provide the necessary data when placing the order. Read LayOut guides on our blog On the CG Wisdom blog, you will find LayOut guides. Check them out to learn even more ways to make optimal use of this software. Read about how to work with shape albums in LayOut for SketchUp.


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