36 TYPE HOUSE DESIGN TRAINING USING AUTOCAD AND SKETCHUP – SRICHIWAN WITTAYA SCHOOL, YALA , THAILAND

Abstract

The rapid development of digital technology has significantly transformed the field of architectural design, requiring students and future professionals to master advanced digital tools for technical drawing and three-dimensional visualization. This community service program, titled “36 Type House Design Training Using AutoCAD and SketchUp”, was conducted at Srichiwan Wittaya School, Yala, Thailand, with the primary objective of improving students’ competencies in architectural design. The training was structured into theoretical sessions and practical workshops, focusing on essential drafting skills, spatial planning, and 3D modeling techniques. Participants learned to create complete architectural drawings — including floor plans, elevations, and sections — using AutoCAD, and subsequently developed three-dimensional models using SketchUp. The results showed significant improvements in participants’ technical skills, design understanding, and problem-solving abilities. Moreover, the program fostered digital literacy, creativity, and collaborative learning among students, providing them with a strong foundation for future studies and careers in architecture and related fields. This initiative also strengthened academic cooperation between Indonesian higher education institutions and Thai educational partners, highlighting the importance of cross-border collaboration in community-based educational development.