Introduction to AutoCAD 2009

Introduction to AutoCAD 2009

Author: Alf Yarwood

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2008-09-10

Total Pages: 413

ISBN-13: 1136438750

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Alf Yarwood provides a practical, structured course of work matched to the latest release of AutoCAD. After introducing first principles and the creation of 2D technical drawings, he goes on to demonstrate the construction of 3D solid and surface model drawings and rendering. All the new features of the 2009 software release are taken into account and the increasing emphasis on 3D solid modelling in the software is reflected in the book. The 2D chapters are also suitable for those learning how to use AutoCAD LT 2009. Suitable for all new users of AutoCAD, this book is particularly applicable to vocational and introductory level undergraduate courses in engineering and construction. It is an ideal textbook for the City & Guilds Computer Aided Design and Engineering qualifications (4353 and 2303)and the relevant CAD units of BTEC National and BTEC Higher National Engineering and Construction schemes from Edexcel. A free companion website is available at http://books.elsevier.com/companions/9780750689830 and features: Worked solutions and AutoCAD drawing files of stages and results for the exercises in the book Further exercises and multiple-choice questions with answers.


Tutorial Guide to Autocad 2013

Tutorial Guide to Autocad 2013

Author: Shawna D. Lockhart

Publisher: SDC Publications

Published: 2012-06-04

Total Pages: 414

ISBN-13: 1585037222

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A Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2013: 2D provides a step-by-step introduction to AutoCAD with commands presented in the context of each tutorial. With an organization that parallels an introductory engineering graphics course, author Shawna Lockhart guides readers through all the important commands and techniques to effectively create 2D drawings using AutoCAD 2013. After completing these seven tutorials you will have mastered the commands necessary to create 2D drawings, add dimensions, and print or plot your drawing using sound engineering drawing practices. In each lesson, the author provides step-by-step instructions with frequent illustrations showing exactly what appears on the AutoCAD screen. Later, individual steps are no longer provided, and readers are asked to apply what they've learned by completing sequences on their own. A carefully developed pedagogy reinforces this cumulative-learning approach and supports readers in becoming skilled AutoCAD users. A Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2013: 2D begins with three getting started chapters that include information to get readers of all levels prepared for the tutorials. The author includes tips that offer suggestions and warnings as you progress through the tutorials. Key Terms and Key Commands are listed at the end of each chapter to recap important topics and commands learned in each tutorial. A glossary of terms and a commands summary list reinforce the key commands used in the tutorials. Each chapter concludes with end of chapter problems providing challenges to a range of abilities in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering as well as architectural problems.


Introduction to AutoCAD 2012

Introduction to AutoCAD 2012

Author: Alf Yarwood

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-02-01

Total Pages: 453

ISBN-13: 1136074228

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Master the complexities of the world’s bestselling 2D and 3D software with Alf Yarwood’s new Introduction to AutoCAD 2012. Ideally suited to new users of AutoCAD, this book will be a useful resource for drawing modules in both vocational and introductory undergraduate courses in engineering and construction. Alf Yarwood has once again produced a comprehensive, step-by-step introduction to the latest release of AutoCAD. Covering all the basic principles and acting as an introduction to 2D drawing, it also contains extensive coverage of all 3D topics, including 3D solid modelling and rendering. A fold-out list of frequently used keyboard shortcuts will help you perform actions quickly while working through the book, and an appendix of ribbon references clearly describes all the software tools that are used throughout the book. Further education students in the UK will find this an invaluable textbook for City and Guilds AutoCAD qualifications as well as the relevant Computer Aided Drawing units of BTEC National Engineering, Higher National Engineering and Construction courses from Edexcel. Students enrolled in Foundation Degree courses containing CAD modules will also find this a very useful reference and learning aid. Readers will also be able to visit a free companion website at: www.introtoautocad2012.com where they will find worked solutions and AutoCAD drawing files of stages, and results for the exercises in this book, as well as further exercises and multiple-choice questions with answers.


An Introduction to Autodesk Inventor 2011 and AutoCAD 2011

An Introduction to Autodesk Inventor 2011 and AutoCAD 2011

Author: Randy H. Shih

Publisher: SDC Publications

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 512

ISBN-13: 1585036056

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Most schools using Autodesk software first introduce students to the 2D features of AutoCAD and then go on to its 3D Capabilities. Inventor is usually reserved for the second or third course or for a solid modeling course. However, another possibility is to introduce students first to solid modeling using Inventor and then to introduce AutoCAD as a 2D product. Students learn to create solid models using Inventor and then learn how to create working drawings of their 3D models using AutoCAD. This approach provides students with a strong understanding of the process used to create models and drawing in the industry. This book contains a series of tutorial style lessons designed to introduce Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, solid modeling, and parametric modeling. It uses a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the import parametric modeling techniques and concepts. The lessons guide the user from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent mechanical designs, creating multi-view drawings and assembly models. Introduction to Inventor2011 and AutoCAD 2011 consists of ten chapters from Parametric Modeling using Inventor 2011 and six chapters from AutoCAD 20110 Tutorial-First Level: 2D Fundamentals. This book is available only as a three hole punch book for use in a spiral binder. This book is used by Ohio State in their freshman engineering program.


Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2013

Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2013

Author: Daniel John Stine

Publisher: SDC Publications

Published: 2012-04-27

Total Pages: 515

ISBN-13: 1585037206

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Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2013 is an introductory level tutorial which uses residential design exercises as the means to teach you AutoCAD 2013. Each book comes with a DVD containing numerous video presentations in which the author shows and explains the many tools and techniques used in AutoCAD 2013. After completing this book you will have a well-rounded knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting that can be used in the industry and the satisfaction of having completed a set of residential drawings. This textbook starts with an optional section that covers basic hand sketching techniques and concepts intended to increase your ability to sketch design ideas by hand and to think three-dimensionally. The book then proceeds with a basic introduction to AutoCAD 2013. The first three chapters are intended to get you familiar with the user interface and many of the common menus and tools. Throughout the rest of the book you will design a residence through to its completion. Using step-by-step tutorial lessons, the residential project is followed through to create elevations, sections, details, etc. Throughout the project, new AutoCAD commands are covered at the appropriate time. Focus is placed on the most essential parts of a command rather than an exhaustive review of every sub-feature of a particular command. The Appendix contains a bonus section covering the fundamental principles of engineering graphics that relate to architecture.


Autocad 2014 Tutorial - Second Level

Autocad 2014 Tutorial - Second Level

Author: Randy Shih

Publisher: SDC Publications

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 332

ISBN-13: 1585037885

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The primary goal of AutoCAD 2014 Tutorial - Second Level: 3D Modeling is to introduce the aspects of computer based three dimensional modeling. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for both students and professionals. The chapters in this book cover AutoCAD 2014 and proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing 3D wire frame models, 3D surface models, and 3D solid models to making multiview drawings and rendering images. The text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important 3D modeling techniques and concepts. This book contains a series of twelve tutorial style chapters designed to introduce CAD users to 3D modeling with AutoCAD 2014. Users upgrading from a previous release of the AutoCAD software will also find this text helpful. The basic premise of this book is that the more 3D designs you create using AutoCAD 2014 the better you learn the software. With this in mind each tutorial introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous chapters. By going through this book readers will establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering.


Introduction to AutoCAD 2012

Introduction to AutoCAD 2012

Author: Alf Yarwood

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-02-01

Total Pages: 454

ISBN-13: 113607421X

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Master the complexities of the world’s bestselling 2D and 3D software with Alf Yarwood’s new Introduction to AutoCAD 2012. Ideally suited to new users of AutoCAD, this book will be a useful resource for drawing modules in both vocational and introductory undergraduate courses in engineering and construction. Alf Yarwood has once again produced a comprehensive, step-by-step introduction to the latest release of AutoCAD. Covering all the basic principles and acting as an introduction to 2D drawing, it also contains extensive coverage of all 3D topics, including 3D solid modelling and rendering. A fold-out list of frequently used keyboard shortcuts will help you perform actions quickly while working through the book, and an appendix of ribbon references clearly describes all the software tools that are used throughout the book. Further education students in the UK will find this an invaluable textbook for City and Guilds AutoCAD qualifications as well as the relevant Computer Aided Drawing units of BTEC National Engineering, Higher National Engineering and Construction courses from Edexcel. Students enrolled in Foundation Degree courses containing CAD modules will also find this a very useful reference and learning aid. Readers will also be able to visit a free companion website at: www.introtoautocad2012.com where they will find worked solutions and AutoCAD drawing files of stages, and results for the exercises in this book, as well as further exercises and multiple-choice questions with answers.


An Introduction to Autodesk Inventor 2012 and AutoCAD 2012

An Introduction to Autodesk Inventor 2012 and AutoCAD 2012

Author: Randy Shih

Publisher: SDC Publications

Published: 2011-08-05

Total Pages: 556

ISBN-13: 1585036471

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Most schools using Autodesk software first introduce students to the 2D features of AutoCAD and then go on to its 3D Capabilities. Inventor is usually reserved for the second or third course or for a solid modeling course. However, another possibility is to introduce students first to solid modeling using Inventor and then to introduce AutoCAD as a 2D product. Students learn to create solid models using Inventor and then learn how to create working drawings of their 3D models using AutoCAD. This approach provides students with a strong understanding of the process used to create models and drawing in the industry. This book contains a series of tutorial style lessons designed to introduce Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, solid modeling, and parametric modeling. It uses a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the import parametric modeling techniques and concepts. The lessons guide the user from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent mechanical designs, creating multi-view drawings and assembly models. Introduction to Inventor 2012 and AutoCAD 2012 consists of ten chapters from Parametric Modeling using Inventor 2012 and six chapters from AutoCAD 2012 Tutorial-First Level: 2D Fundamentals. This book is used by Ohio State in their freshman engineering program.


Introduction to AutoCAD 2012 for Civil Engineering Applications

Introduction to AutoCAD 2012 for Civil Engineering Applications

Author: Nighat Yasmin

Publisher: SDC Publications

Published: 2011-07-06

Total Pages: 592

ISBN-13: 1585036420

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The main purpose of this book is to provide civil engineering students with a clear presentation of the theory of engineering graphics and the use of AutoCAD 2012. Each chapter starts with the chapter objectives followed by the introduction. The contents of each chapter are organized into well-defined sections that contain step-by-step instructions to carry out the AutoCAD commands. The drawings shown in this book are created using AutoCAD 2012 and Paint software. Several improvements have been made to this edition. An index has been added and one of the chapters has been partitioned into two chapters, hence the twenty two chapters. Chapter chapter 19, 'Suggested In-Class Activities', has been improved and provides in-class activities (or labs). For some of the initial ICAs, it explains the drawing with the help of step-by-step instruction. Also, new problems have been added to the homework’s chapter. Furthermore, the contents and the drawings of every chapter are improved. Each chapter starts with the chapter objectives followed by the introduction. The bulleted objectives provide a general overview of the material covered. The contents of each chapter are organized into well-defined sections that contain detailed step-by-step instructions with graphical illustrations to carry out the AutoCAD commands. This book has been categorized and ordered into nine parts: Introduction to AutoCAD 2012 Use of AutoCAD in land survey data plotting The use of AutoCAD in hydrology Transportation engineering and AutoCAD AutoCAD and architecture technology Introduction to working drawing Suggested drawing problems Bibliography Index


Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2012

Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2012

Author: Shawna Lockhart

Publisher: SDC Publications

Published: 2011-05-25

Total Pages: 701

ISBN-13: 1585036439

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A Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2012 provides a step-by-step introduction to AutoCAD with commands presented in the context of each tutorial. In fifteen clear and comprehensive chapters, author Shawna Lockhart guides readers through all the important commands and techniques in AutoCAD 2012, from 2D drawing to solid modeling and finally finishing with rendering. In each lesson, the author provides step-by-step instructions with frequent illustrations showing exactly what appears on the AutoCAD screen. Later, individual steps are no longer provided, and readers are asked to apply what they've learned by completing sequences on their own. A carefully developed pedagogy reinforces this cumulative-learning approach and supports readers in becoming skilled AutoCAD users. A Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2012 begins with three Getting Started chapters that include information to get readers of all levels prepared for the tutorials. The author includes tips that offer suggestions and warnings as you progress through the tutorials. Key Terms and Key Commands are listed at the end of each chapter to recap important topics and commands learned in each tutorial. Also, a glossary of terms and Commands Summary lists the key commands used in the tutorials. Each chapter concludes with end of chapter problems providing challenges to a range of abilities in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering as well as architectural problems.