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Explore course ARC-102
Taught on LumionLumion
Real-time architectural visualisation — photoreal stills, films and 360° panoramas. Turn SketchUp and Revit models into photoreal renders, walkthrough films and 360° panoramas in real time.
ARC-103
20 HRS · 6 MODULES
About this course
Clients buy what they can see. Lumion turns 3D models into photorealistic images and films in real time, so designers can iterate on materials, lighting and landscape while they watch the result update.
This programme covers the full visualisation workflow: importing and live-syncing from SketchUp, Revit and AutoCAD, physically based materials, landscape and entourage, day and night lighting, cinematic effects, and final output as still images, 360° panoramas and edited walkthrough films.
What you'll be able to do
Build a render workflowImport and live-sync models from SketchUp, Revit and AutoCAD.
Create convincing materialsUse PBR materials, glass, water, foliage and weathering.
Light like a photographerSet up sun, sky, artificial and night lighting with effects.
Deliver stills & filmsRender images, 360° panoramas and edited walkthrough videos.
Who it's for
Architects & architecture students Interior designers 3D visualisers Real-estate marketing teams
Skills you'll gain
MaterialsLightingLandscapeWalkthroughs360° panoramas
Requirements
| Prerequisites | Basic computer skills. No prior CAD experience needed. |
|---|---|
| Classroom | Workstations provided at our Ahmedabad centre. |
| Online | A computer that runs the software (dedicated graphics card recommended), high-speed internet and a USB headset or speakers with microphone. |
| Certification | CADMinds course completion certificate. |
Curriculum
6 MODULES · 20 HOURS · 20 TOPICS
- Real-time rendering concepts
- Importing from SketchUp, Revit & AutoCAD
- LiveSync & model updates
- PBR materials, reflections & bump
- Glass, water, foliage & landscape materials
- Weathering & material variation
- Terrain sculpting & landscape painting
- Trees, people, vehicles & props
- Mass placement & clustering
- Sun studies & sky light
- Spot, area & omni lights
- Night scenes & interior lighting
- Shadows, reflections, depth of field & fog
- Camera composition & focal length
- Photo sets & render quality
- 360° panoramas for VR viewing
- Camera paths & keyframes
- Clip editing, transitions & titles
- Animated objects & effects
- Export settings for presentations
Portfolio projects
You'll finish with 3 projects modelled on real industry briefs — ready to show in interviews.
PROJECT 01
Villa — day & dusk renders
A pair of exterior renders showing the same villa at midday and dusk.
PROJECT 02
60-second walkthrough film
An edited walkthrough with camera paths, transitions and titles.
PROJECT 03
360° interior panorama
A panorama a client can explore on a phone or VR headset.
Career outcomes
Roles this course prepares you for. Our placement team helps with portfolio reviews, mock tests and interview connections.
3D Visualiser
Creates renders and films for design firms.
Architectural Rendering Artist
Specialises in photoreal architectural imagery.
Interior Presentation Designer
Presents interior concepts to clients.
Real-estate Marketing Visualiser
Produces marketing visuals for developers.
Certification: CADMinds course completion certificate. How certification works
Frequently asked questions
Lumion depends heavily on the graphics card. Check the current Lumion system requirements before buying hardware — we're happy to advise.
You need a 3D model to render, so basic SketchUp or Revit skills are recommended. Our SketchUp course pairs naturally with Lumion.
Yes — live classes with a real trainer, not recordings. You'll need a computer that can run the software, decent internet, and a headset or speakers with a mic so you can ask questions.
Yes. Our placement team helps every eligible student — 100% placement assistance. That means resume and portfolio reviews, mock tests and interviews, and introductions to companies that are hiring.
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