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Overview
This AutoCAD and SketchUp for Interior Design course at the Arts University Bournemouth is an absolute beginner’s introduction to AutoCAD and SketchUp for Interior Design. It’s an ideal introduction to using computer programmes for drawing simple plans and 3D representations of spaces for interior design.
Features
This course is great introduction to using computer software for creating 2D and 3D interior design spaces. Through a variety of demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and hands-on practice, you'll learn how to showcase your interior design skills in computer-aided drawings to a high standard using professional software.
Your tutor will introduce you to the basic tools and practices in SketchUp and AutoCAD, the go-to industry software for 3D modelling. You’ll master the tools available to you in the software, including how to use the drawing tools, measuring tool, push/pull tool, follow-me tool, orbit, pan and zoom tools.
Once you’ve mastered the software tools and can navigate the software with ease, you’ll put your skills into practice by learning how to draw an interior space in 3D, add colours and finishes and then add furniture and accessories. You’ll tackle how to draw a building and add a roof, windows, and doors.
Programme Structure
Topics include:- Mastering the toolbars and user interface of SketchUp and AutoCAD
- Navigating your designs on-screen
- Fundamental tools such as line, rectangle, circle, arc, offset, copy, fillet, and trim
- Drawing floor plans, elevations, and furniture
- Exporting your work as professional drawings to scale
- Annotations and dimensions
- Modelling your designs in 3D with realistic materials and furniture
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Design Graphic Design Interior Design View 32 other Short Courses in Interior Design in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This introductory course assumes students possess no previous knowledge and is suitable for beginners, or those students currently studying the ‘1-Year Interior Design Programme’.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents359 GBP / full≈ 359 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents359 GBP / full≈ 359 GBP / full
Living costs
Bournemouth
United Kingdom
700 - 1000 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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