ONLINE SHORT COURSE
Interior Design Software Course
This integrated 4 week workshop is designed for individuals with basic or no previous knowledge of the essential software programs used in professional interior design.
Next Course Dates
2nd – 27th June
10am – 12.30pm (UK Time) 1pm – 2.30pm (Dubai Time)
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Assessment
No exams — Course exercises only & practice from home
Master Key Software Tools in this All-in-One Course
Learn skills in AutoCAD 2D, SketchUp and Photoshop – a great package to prepare you for your first interior design project. You will build on skills you’ve already learned in manual drafting during your course studies, and create computer-drawn floor plans and elevations with great ease, speed and accuracy, using AutoCAD 2D.
You will then transform your 2D drawings into 3D models and scenes using SketchUp, in order to communicate your design proposal to clients in a professional and artistic way and help them visualise the finished interior space. You will also learn how to enhance and adjust images using Photoshop to create impactful presentations. There will be plenty of exercises and hands-on training throughout the course.
The Software Package
AutoCAD (6 Lessons)
A powerful design and drafting software used to create accurate drawings. With hands-on exercises, you will learn the features, commands and techniques to create, edit and print 2D drawings.
Note: As an NDA Student you will gain free access to AutoCAD software for 1 year. Instructions about how to download will be provided once your enrolment is complete.
Examples of student work
SketchUp (5 Lessons)
An excellent tool to create 3D models and visualisations for interior spaces. You will learn how to use key tools and commands, incorporate textures, scenes and styles, and produce visualisations for your designs.
Note: As an NDA Student you will gain free access to SketchUp software for 1 year. Instructions about how to download will be provided during the course.
Examples of student work
Photoshop (1 Lesson)
A software application for designers and creative professionals, used for image editing, retouching, creating image compositions, and adding effects. You will learn how to enhance images for your design, add text and create eye-catching presentations.
Note: You will be provided with instructions about how to download a free trail version of Adobe Photoshop during your course.
Examples of student work
Taught Online in 4 Weeks
Taught by industry leading tutors, our Interior Design Software Course is delivered online, over 12 x 2.5 hour live lessons.
Assignments will be set to allow you to practice. Our experienced tutors will be also be available one-on-one during this time, should you have questions or need any advice.
Every National Design Academy student has access to our VLS (Virtual Learning Studio) which is full of helpful course resources, lessons, and study materials.
Course Timeline
2.5 hour live lessons are scheduled 3 days per week over a 4 week period.
Week 1: AutoCAD (3 lessons).
Week 2: AutoCAD (3 lessons).
Week 3: SketchUp (3 lessons).
Week 4: SketchUp (2 lessons) & Photoshop (1 lesson)
All lessons are delivered online via Zoom.
Online
Tutorials
Self Study
Why Learn Software Skills?
If you aspire to become a professional designer, you’ll know that how well you present your ideas, communicate with contractors, and manage the schedule and budget of a project is key to its success.
Learning industry standard software programs like AutoCAD, SketchUp and Photoshop is essential for professional designers who want to streamline the design process and succeed in today’s market.
Learning these software tools will help you:
- Create professional presentations to deliver concepts with impact
- Communicate your concepts and finishes visually and more clearly
- Make unlimited modifications to your design and layouts easily
- Design your own pieces of furniture
- Calculate areas and quantities for chosen materials accurately
- Understand all kinds of architectural drawings
- Coordinate with contractors using your drawings
Upcoming Course Dates
AutoCAD for Windows & Mac:Starting from the July to August course, we will be providing courses specifically tailored for students using either Windows or Mac devices. Courses listed before this date will still cover both Windows and Mac AutoCAD software functionalty.
June Course
Windows & Mac Users
2nd – 27th June
10am – 12.30pm (UK Time) 1pm – 2.30pm (Dubai Time)
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
July Course
Windows & Mac Users
30th June – 25th July
3.30pm – 6pm (UK Time) 6.30pm – 9pm (Dubai Time)
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
July to August Course
*Mac Users Only
28th July – 22nd August
3.30pm – 6pm (UK Time) 6.30pm – 9pm (Dubai Time)
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Acheivements & Qualifications
By the end of this course, you will have gained a grounded understanding of the fundamental principles of software used in interior design. You will be able to achieve the following;
- Create 2D floor-plans and elevations.
- Turn your 2D drawings into 3D models.
- Sketch your ideas in 2D and 3D.
- Create different views for interior spaces.
- Enhance, correct and layer images, and add graphics.
You will receive the NDA Short Course Certificate ‘Interior Design Software Course’ Endorsed by AIM Qualifications Quality Mark.
What Our Students Say
“Thank you so much for the wonderful and informative course! I enjoyed it and learned so much.
I can’t believe how much simpler it is to do things when there is a systematic method of doing it.”
Kulaithim Alowais
Interior Design Software Course
“Thank you so much for a wonderful course that has far surpassed my expectations!
It has been really fabulous, especially to have such a great teacher, providing us with lots of guidance and inspiration..”
Rachel Garrett
Interior Design Software Course