Lantra-Certified | CPD-Certified | Four-Day Blended Training Programme

The Matterport Certified Capture & Postproduction Four-Day Training Course provides comprehensive professional training in the Matterport ecosystem, from planning and carrying out a successful capture through to advanced postproduction, deliverables and integration with third-party software.

The programme combines classroom instruction, practical on-site capture and structured online postproduction training.

Participants develop an understanding not only of how to operate Matterport equipment, but also of the wider Matterport workflow: how to plan a project, capture efficiently, identify and resolve problems, process and present a model professionally, and select the appropriate assets, add-ons and file formats for different applications.

The course is Lantra-certified and CPD-certified and is designed for organisations and professionals who want to use Matterport as a reliable part of their commercial, technical or operational workflow.

Who Is the Course For?

The programme is suitable for professionals who already use Matterport, as well as organisations introducing the technology for the first time.

Typical participants include:

• Architects, architectural technologists and design professionals
• Building surveyors and property consultants
• Civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers
• Facilities managers, estates teams and operations directors
• Quantity surveyors and cost consultants
• Main contractors, subcontractors and specialist trades
• Construction project and programme managers
• Property management companies and building operators
• Interior designers, decorators and space planners
• Estate agents, letting agents and property marketing professionals
• Property investors and developers
• Landlords and rental-housing providers
• Insurance assessors and loss adjusters
• Fire-safety consultants and evacuation-planning specialists
• BER assessors and sustainability consultants
• Health & safety professionals
• Commercial and residential property advisers
• Retail planners, merchandisers and category managers
• Hospitality, hotel and leisure-sector operators
• Exhibition and event planners
• Marketing professionals and digital-content creators
• Commercial and editorial photographers and filmmakers
• VR and AR content producers
• Fine-art auctioneers and gallery professionals
• Museums, heritage organisations and conservation specialists
• University estates departments and academic researchers
• Space-utilisation and facilities-planning teams
• Telecoms and network-infrastructure installers
• Wayfinding, signage and environmental-graphics specialists

The course can also be adapted to address the particular workflows and applications of an individual organisation.

Course Delivery

The programme is delivered using a combination of in-person and online training.

Days 1 & 2 – In-person

Days 1 and 2 are delivered at the CaptureTrain training centre or at a suitable location provided by the client.

Day 1 provides the technical and operational foundation required to use Matterport professionally.

Day 2 applies that knowledge through a practical building capture carried out by the participants under supervision.

Days 3 & 4 – Postproduction

Postproduction training is normally delivered online.

In-person delivery may also be available where suitable facilities and equipment are provided.

The building captured during Day 2 is uploaded for Matterport Cortex processing and the resulting digital twin is then used throughout the postproduction elements of the course.

This creates a continuous workflow from initial site preparation and capture through to publication and final professional deliverables.

Lunch and mid-morning and mid-afternoon breaks are provided during in-person training days.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the programme, participants should be able to:

• Understand the principal components of the Matterport ecosystem
• Correctly configure and deploy Matterport capture equipment
• Plan a capture before scanning begins
• Capture high-quality digital twins efficiently and consistently
• Recognise and resolve common capture and alignment problems
• Apply appropriate scan density and capture techniques for different environments
• Understand the differences between 3D scans and 360° captures
• Upload and manage captured projects
• Use Matterport Workshop for professional postproduction
• Create and manage MatterTags, labels, guided tours and measurements
• Produce HDR photography and 360° imagery
• Configure tour presentation, navigation and sharing
• Understand the principal Matterport downloadable assets and add-ons
• Select appropriate outputs including Schematic Floor Plans, MatterPak, E57, CAD and BIM
• Understand how Matterport data can integrate with Autodesk and other third-party software
• Share and embed Matterport digital twins for different audiences and applications
• Understand the workflow for publishing compatible content to Google
• Develop a repeatable professional workflow from site capture through to final delivery

Course Structure

Day 1 – Matterport Capture: Principles, Technology & Workflow

Evolution and Technology

The course begins by placing Matterport within the development of immersive imaging and reality capture.

Topics include:

• Google Business View
• The launch and development of Matterport
• Matterport capture technology
• LiDAR and image-based capture
• Cortex AI cloud processing
• Processing and publishing a digital twin
• Matterport subscription structure
• Add-ons and downloadable assets
• The wider Matterport ecosystem

Capture Equipment and Initial Setup

Participants are introduced to the equipment and procedures required before capture begins.

Topics include:

• Selecting and setting up the appropriate equipment
• Tripod configuration
• Matterport camera mounting
• Pairing the camera with an iPad
• Configuring the Matterport Capture App
• Creating and registering a new job
• Battery management
• MatterLevel and precision levelling
• Correct camera levelling
• Positioning and protecting equipment on site

Capture Planning

Successful capture begins before the first scan is taken.

Participants learn how to assess a site and develop an appropriate capture strategy.

Topics include:

• Walking and assessing the site
• Planning the capture route
• Identifying potential alignment problems
• Managing doors
• Using wedges and door stops
• Managing lighting
• Planning scan density
• Floors and floor naming conventions
• Reference measurements
• Identifying windows and mirrors
• Planning difficult or restricted areas

Capture Methodology

Participants are introduced to the principles that determine scan position, density and sequencing.

Topics include:

• Starting a capture correctly
• Scan positioning
• Maintaining visual and spatial continuity
• Optimising the visitor walkthrough
• Standard capture methodology
• High-density capture
• High-level capture
• Large-area capture strategies
• Managing corridors and repetitive spaces
• Capturing internal and external areas
• Recognising potential alignment problems
• Correcting capture errors
• Adding illumination where required
• GPS
• Assisted Alignment
• Reference measurements

Capture App Tools

Participants learn how to use the principal tools available during capture, including:

• Floors
• Scan management
• Window markings
• Mirror markings
• Boundary and trim tools
• The 2D Trim Tool
• Scan visibility
• 360° capture

3D Scans and 360° Capture

The course explains the important distinction between:

• Matterport 3D scans
• 360° captures
• Photospheres
• Appropriate applications for each

Participants learn when each method should be used and how inappropriate use can affect the completed model.

Capture Administration

Topics include:

• Reviewing a completed capture
• Checking trims before upload
• Uploading a project
• Cortex processing
• Transferring projects between compatible devices
• Managing captured project data

Matterport Features, Assets and Add-Ons

Participants are introduced to the principal outputs available from a Matterport digital twin.

Included and Platform-Based Features

These may include:

• Matterport measurement tools
• HDR photography
• 360° views
• Sharing tools
• Website embedding
• Google publishing workflows

Additional Paid Deliverables

Depending on the Matterport subscription and project requirements, outputs may include:

• Schematic Floor Plans
• Black-and-white floor plans
• Colour floor plans
• MatterPak
• E57 registered point-cloud files
• Matterport CAD
• Matterport BIM

Third-Party Software

The course also introduces software and workflows that can extend the use of Matterport data, including:

• Simlab Stages
• Simlab Sim-On
• Autodesk applications
• Combining Matterport and drone-derived information

End of Day 1

Review, debrief and questions.

Day 2 – Supervised Practical Capture

Day 2 moves from theory to practical application.

Participants capture a suitable building under supervision, following the workflow introduced during Day 1.

Initial Review

The day begins with:

• Review of Day 1
• Questions and clarification
• Site briefing
• Sign-in procedures where required
• Site induction where required
• Review of relevant risk assessments

Site Preparation

Participants learn how to prepare both the building and the people involved before capture starts.

Activities include:

• Communicating with site stakeholders
• Walking the complete site
• Identifying operational restrictions
• Reviewing the proposed capture route
• Switching on appropriate lighting
• Opening and securing required doors
• Identifying obstacles and restricted areas
• Resolving potential capture problems before scanning begins

Equipment Preparation

Participants then:

• Set up the tripod and camera
• Check camera levelling
• Connect the camera and capture device
• Confirm Capture App settings
• Create the project
• Confirm floor and naming conventions
• Begin capture

Supervised Building Capture

Participants carry out the capture while applying the techniques introduced on Day 1.

The trainer reviews:

• Scan positioning
• Scan density
• Alignment
• Door management
• Window and mirror markings
• Trim placement
• Lighting
• Difficult spaces
• Large spaces
• High-level scans
• Capture efficiency
• Model completeness

Problems encountered during the exercise are used as practical training examples wherever possible.

Completion and Site Restoration

At the end of the capture, participants follow a structured close-out procedure.

This includes:

• Reviewing the captured project
• Walking the complete site
• Closing doors as appropriate
• Retrieving wedges and other accessories
• Removing equipment
• Restoring the premises to its original condition
• Checking that nothing has been left behind
• Packing equipment correctly
• Signing out where required

Upload and Processing

Before upload, participants:

• Review the project
• Check all trims
• Confirm floors
• Check for obvious omissions
• Connect to an appropriate high-speed internet connection where available
• Upload the project

The project is then processed using Matterport Cortex.

End of Day 2

Review, debrief and questions.

Day 3 – Matterport Workshop & Postproduction

Day 3 introduces Matterport Workshop and the postproduction workflow.

Training is normally delivered online so that each participant can work directly within their own Matterport environment.

Morning Session

The session begins with:

• Review of the practical capture
• Review of the processed model
• Questions arising from Days 1 and 2

Accessing Matterport Workshop

Participants learn how Matterport Workshop operates within the cloud-based Matterport platform.

Topics include:

• Accessing Workshop
• Understanding the Workshop interface
• Managing Spaces
• Opening and reviewing the processed model
• Setting the initial viewpoint
• Setting the Start Location
• Reviewing navigation

Initial Tour Configuration

Topics include:

• Tour accessibility
• Sharing settings
• Copying and storing the Share Link
• Copying and storing the Embed Link
• Editing visible scan positions
• Managing navigation through the tour

Advanced Postproduction

Participants are introduced to the principal Workshop editing tools, including:

• 3D Trim
• Managing 360° views
• Room labels
• Labels
• MatterTags
• Guided Tours
• Highlight Reel
• Blur Tool
• Measurements

Extending Tour Functionality

Participants learn how to configure a tour for different uses and audiences.

Topics include:

• Tour settings
• URL parameters
• Share & Invite
• Notes
• Collaborators
• Workshop measurements
• Presentation options
• Website embedding

Administration and Model Management

Topics include:

• Space statistics
• Space transfer
• Privacy controls
• Access permissions
• Downloadable assets
• Data-management considerations
• Backing up original captured project data where applicable

Afternoon Practical Session

Participants complete structured postproduction exercises using the model captured on Day 2.

The online course notes provide additional step-by-step guidance and reference material.

Day 4 – Advanced Postproduction, Deliverables & Integration

Day 4 expands the postproduction workflow and introduces the principal professional outputs available from Matterport.

Morning Review

The day begins with:

• Review of Day 3
• Questions
• Discussion of practical postproduction exercises
• Resolution of outstanding issues

Additional Matterport Features

Participants are introduced to relevant current Matterport features, which may include:

• Room dimensions
• Room labels
• Property Layout
• Property Report
• Minimap
• Compass
• Business Card
• Quick Link
• Defurnish
• Navigation and presentation features

As Matterport is a continuously developing cloud platform, individual features may change or be added over time.

Combining Matterport Models

Where appropriate, the course introduces workflows for combining separately captured areas.

Topics include:

• Planning before capture
• Determining whether models are suitable for combining
• Capture preparation
• Orientation
• Alignment considerations
• Reviewing the combined model
• Finalising and publishing

Schematic Floor Plans

Participants learn how to prepare a model before ordering floor plans.

Topics include:

• Preparing the Matterport model
• Room naming
• Checking model completeness
• Ordering Schematic Floor Plans
• Black-and-white and colour options
• Reviewing supplied files

Schematic Floor Plans and CAD Workflows

The course introduces workflows for taking Matterport floor-plan information into CAD environments, including:

• Available file formats
• Vector outputs
• Preparing files for AutoCAD
• Converting appropriate outputs
• Limitations and appropriate use

MatterPak and E57

Participants learn the difference between Matterport’s principal technical data deliverables.

Topics include:

• MatterPak
• E57 registered point clouds
• Differences between the formats
• Appropriate applications
• Choosing the correct deliverable
• File size and workflow considerations
• Import into compatible Autodesk software

Autodesk Integration

Topics may include:

• Autodesk ReCap
• Autodesk Revit
• AutoCAD workflows
• Matterport integrations and plug-ins
• Point-cloud workflows

Matterport CAD

Participants receive an overview of Matterport CAD services, including:

• Available outputs
• Suitable applications
• Preparing the source model
• Cost considerations
• Ordering
• Alternative workflows

Matterport BIM

Topics include:

• Overview of Matterport BIM
• Available levels and deliverables
• Selecting an appropriate service
• Preparing the Matterport model
• Cost considerations
• Ordering
• Alternative BIM workflows

Simlab Stages and Sim-On

Participants are introduced to additional software capable of extending Matterport applications.

Topics include:

• Simlab Stages
• Simlab Sim-On
• Differences between the platforms
• Typical applications
• Deployment options
• Combining Matterport data with additional project information

Afternoon Practical Session

Participants complete additional postproduction and deliverable exercises with reference to the online training notes.

End of Day 4

Final course review, debrief and questions.

Assessment & Certification

Following completion of the four training days, participants complete the required assessment process.

This is a separate assessment and certification stage and does not constitute a fifth training day.

The assessment process may include:

• Resolution of any outstanding course issues
• Review of capture work
• Review of the completed Matterport model
• Postproduction assessment
• Professional discussion
• Completion of required certification documentation

Following successful completion:

• Assessment results are confirmed
• Lantra certification is processed
• CPD certification is processed
• Participants are advised of their results
• Certificates are issued in accordance with the relevant certification procedures

Digital Course Notes

Course notes are provided digitally, enabling the material to be updated as Matterport develops its platform, software and features.

The online training resource includes:

• Detailed course notes
• Capture guidance
• Postproduction instructions
• Troubleshooting information
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Supporting workflow information

Participants receive one year of online access to the course materials.

Extensions may be available.

Online Postproduction Requirements

For online elements of the course, participants must have appropriate computer equipment and a reliable internet connection.

Microsoft Teams

A Microsoft Teams connection test must be successfully completed before online training begins.

Participants are required to:

• Use a desktop or laptop computer suitable for Matterport Workshop
• Have a reliable broadband connection
• Have a functioning microphone
• Have a functioning webcam
• Keep live video active during the online teaching sessions

A telephone, tablet or iPad is not considered an appropriate substitute for the computer used for the principal postproduction training.

Technical failures that prevent effective participation may require a session to be rearranged and may result in additional charges where the issue relates to the participant’s equipment, connection or facilities.

PPE, Site Access & Safe Pass

Day 2 involves practical capture within a real building or site environment.

Where the selected location requires:

• Personal Protective Equipment
• Safe Pass
• Site-specific training
• Security clearance
• Induction
• Permits to Work
• Risk assessments
• Method statements
• Other access documentation

the client and participants are responsible for ensuring that the requirements are identified and satisfied in advance.

CaptureTrain must be notified of any relevant requirements before the course.

Site inductions or other access procedures may reduce the amount of time available for practical capture.

Cancellations and Rescheduling

Where unforeseen circumstances prevent a trainer or participant from attending an agreed training session, CaptureTrain will work with the client to arrange the earliest practical alternative date.

Rescheduling and cancellation remain subject to the applicable CaptureTrain Terms of Business.

Ongoing Matterport Support

Professional support is available following the course for organisations requiring assistance with:

• Matterport equipment
• Capture methodology
• Difficult or unusual sites
• Matterport Workshop
• Postproduction
• Subscription-related workflows
• Deliverables and add-ons
• E57 and MatterPak workflows
• CAD and BIM integration
• Troubleshooting
• Development of internal Matterport procedures

Structured support packages are available on request.

Training Enquiries

For course availability, group bookings, on-site training or a discussion about adapting the programme to your organisation’s requirements, please use our Training Enquiry form:

Matterport Training Enquiry

We can provide training at our facility in Athy, Co. Kildare, or arrange suitable on-location delivery for organisations in Ireland and the UK.