ThinkScan Solutions offers professional 3D photogrammetry training courses across the UK, designed for companies, technical teams, and educational institutions. This course provides a complete introduction to photogrammetry workflows, enabling participants to convert photographic data into accurate and high-quality 3D models. Widely used in industries such as gaming, VFX, product design, engineering, and cultural heritage, photogrammetry allows fast and cost-effective digitisation using standard digital cameras combined with specialised software. The course focuses on practical, real-world applications, guiding participants from image acquisition through to final 3D model generation and optimisation.
What is 3D Photogrammetry?
Photogrammetry is a technique that reconstructs 3D geometry from a series of overlapping photographs. By analysing multiple images, specialised software calculates spatial relationships and generates accurate 3D models with realistic textures. This approach enables the capture of complex shapes and surface details with high fidelity, making it ideal for applications such as digital archiving, product development, visualisation, and simulation.
Course Content (Typical Programme)
- Fundamentals of photogrammetry and 3D reconstruction
- Camera setup, shooting strategies, and image acquisition
- Lighting techniques and environmental considerations
- Capturing complex geometries and surface textures
- Image alignment and 3D model generation
- Mesh creation, optimisation, and cleanup
- Texture generation and mapping
- Scaling and accuracy control
- Exporting models for CAD, VFX, gaming, and heritage applications
Practical Skills & Applications
Participants will learn how to:
- Capture high-quality image sets for accurate reconstruction
- Avoid common errors such as poor lighting, reflections, and misalignment
- Process images into detailed 3D models using photogrammetry software
- Optimise models for different workflows (engineering, visualisation, real-time)
- Apply photogrammetry in real-world scenarios across multiple industries
Training Approach
The course combines theory with hands-on exercises using real datasets and practical case studies. Training can be delivered on-site, remotely, or tailored for universities, technical institutes, and industry professionals. By the end of the course, participants will have a clear understanding of the complete photogrammetry workflow and the ability to produce reliable 3D models from photographic data.