Description
Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using Gindis's combination of step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in architecture, engineering and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom.- Strips away complexities, both real and perceived, and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts- Teaches only what is essential to operating AutoCAD first, thereby immediately building student confidence- All basic commands are documented step-by-step; what the student needs to type in and how AutoCAD responds is spelled out in discrete and clear steps with screen shots added as needed New to this edition:- New and improved features include better integration with the AutoCAD certification exams, new Spotlight On sections, an expanded appendix, and more content on programming- 3D portion of the book has been expanded and improved, with new exercises, new features and a redone section on rendering- All discussions and screen shots have been updated for the current release of AutoCAD
Table of Contents
LEVEL 1 - Chapters 1–101 - AutoCAD Fundamentals: Part I2 - AutoCAD Fundamentals: Part IISPOTLIGHT ON: Architecture3 - Layers, Colors, Linetypes, and Properties4 - Text, Mtext, Editing, and Style5 - Hatch PatternsSPOTLIGHT ON: Mechanical Engineering6 - Dimensions7 - Blocks, Wblocks, Dynamic Blocks, Groups, and Purge8 - Polar, Rectangular, and Path ArraysSPOTLIGHT ON: Electrical Engineering9 - Basic Printing and Output10 - Advanced Output - Paper SpaceLevel 1 - Answers to Review QuestionsLEVEL 2 - Chapters 11–2011 - Advanced Linework12 - Advanced LayersSPOTLIGHT ON: Interior Design13 - Advanced Dimensions14 - Options, Shortcuts, CUI, Design Center, and Express Tools15 - Advanced Design and File Management ToolsSPOTLIGHT ON: Civil Engineering16 - Importing and Exporting Data17 - External References (Xrefs)18 - AttributesSPOTLIGHT ON: Aerospace Engineering19 - Advanced Output and Pen Settings20 - Isometric DrawingLevel 2 - Answers to Review QuestionsLEVEL 3 - Chapters 21–3021 - 3D Basics22 - Object ManipulationSPOTLIGHT ON: Chemical Engineering23 – Boolean Operations and Primitives24 - Solid Modeling25 - Advanced Solids, Faces, and Edges SPOTLIGHT ON: Bio-Medical Engineering26 - Surfaces and Meshes 27 – Slicing, Sectioning, Layouts and Vports28 - Advanced UCS, Views, Text and Dimensions in 3D SPOTLIGHT ON: CAD Management29 - Dview, Cameras, Walk and Fly, Path Animation 30 - Lighting and Rendering Level 3 - Answers to Review Questions APPENDICES A - Additional Information on AutoCADB - Other CAD Software and Design and AnalysisC - File ExtensionsD - Custom Linetypes and Hatch Patterns E - Principles of CAD Management F - AutoLISP Basics and Advanced Customization Tools G - PC Hardware, Printers and Plotters, and NetworksH - What Are Kernels? I - Lighting, Rendering, Effects, and Animation - AutoCAD Certification Exams K - AutoCAD Employment L - AutoCAD Humor, Oddities, Quirks, and Easter Eggs
