Accurate Drawings in AutoCAD for Beginners and Intermediates


Book Description

This is the most comprehensive book about AutoCAD 2025 – 2D drafting on the market. It is divided into three major parts: • Essentials: from Chapte r 1 to Chapter 10. It assumes that the reader has no previous experience in AutoCAD; hence it starts from scratch. Chapter 10 contains three projects – one architectural, and two mechanical using both Imperial and metric units. • Intermediate: from Chapter 11 to Chapter 18. It contains a deeper discussion on a subject we touched on in the Essentials part, or a new advance feature. • Advanced: from Chapter 19 to Chapter 26. It discusses the most advanced features of AutoCAD 2025. If you don’t have any prior experience in AutoCAD this book is a perfect start, and you can stop at the end of any part. But if you want to be a real power user of AutoCAD, you should go through all 26 chapters, solving all projects and practices. This book is also a good source to prepare for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam. The chapters are divided as follows: • Chapter (1) covers AutoCAD basics along with the interface • Chapter (2) covers AutoCAD techniques to draw with accuracy • Chapters (3 & 4) cover all modifying commands • Chapter (5) covers the AutoCAD method of organizing the drawing using layers and inquiry commands • Chapter (6) covers the methods of creating and editing blocks, and inserting and editing hatches • Chapter (7) covers AutoCAD methods of writing text • Chapter (8) covers how to create and edit dimensions in AutoCAD • Chapter (9) covers how to plot your drawing • Chapter (10) includes three projects, one architectural and two mechanical, covering both metric and imperial units • Chapter (11) covers the creation of more 2D objects • Chapters (12 & 13) cover advanced practices and techniques • Chapter (14) covers Block tools and Block Editing • Chapter (15) covers the creation of Text Style and Table Styles along with Formulas in tables • Chapter (16) covers the creation of Dimension Style & Multileader style plus adding multileaders • Chapter (17) covers the creation of Plot styles, the meaning of Annotative, and DWF creation • Chapter (18) covers how to create a template file and customize AutoCAD interface • Chapter (19) covers Parametric Constraints • Chapter (20) covers Dynamic Blocks • Chapter (21) covers Block Attributes • Chapter (22) covers External Reference • Chapter (23) covers Sheets Sets • Chapter (24) covers CAD Standards and Advanced Layer Commands • Chapter (25) covers Importing PDF files, Design Views, AutoCAD Web, Mobile Apps • Chapter (26) covers the Drawing Compare Function




AutoCAD 2019 Beginning and Intermediate


Book Description

This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2019 – 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the companion disc to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. AutoCAD 2019 Beginning and Intermediate includes over 100 exercises or “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of three projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2019. Features: • Designed for novice users of AutoCAD 2019. Most useful for “teach yourself” or instructor-led AutoCAD training in Level 1 or 2. No previous CAD experience is required • New chapter on the “Drawing Compare” function • Companion files featuring drawings, practice and finished plots, 4-color figures, etc. • Includes over 100 “mini-workshops” and hundreds of figures that complete small projects • Uses both English and metric units in examples, exercises, projects, and descriptions • Covers three full projects (metric and imperial) for architectural and mechanical designs • Helps you to prepare for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam • Exercises and instructor’s resources available for use as a textbook




AutoCAD 2025 Beginning and Intermediate


Book Description

This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2025 – 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the companion disc to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. AutoCAD 2025 Beginning and Intermediate includes over 100 exercises or “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of three projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2025.




AutoCAD 2017


Book Description

This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2017 – 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the companion CD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. AutoCAD 2017 Beginning and Intermediate includes over 100 exercises or “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of three projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2017. eBook Customers: Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at [email protected]. Features: *Designed for novice users of AutoCAD 2017. Most useful for “teach yourself” or instructor-led AutoCAD training in Level 1 or 2. No previous CAD experience is required *Accompanied by a CD featuring drawings, practice and finished plots, 4-color figures, etc. *Includes over 100 “mini-workshops” and hundreds of figures that complete small projects *Uses both English and metric units in examples, exercises, projects, and descriptions *Covers three full projects (metric and imperial) for architectural and mechanical designs *Helps you to prepare for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam *Exercises available for use as a textbook On the Companion Disk: (Files also available for downloading from the publisher when purchased as an e-book ) *Drawing Exercises and Projects *Solutions to Exercises and Projects *All Images from the Text (including 4-color)




AutoCAD 2019 Beginning and Intermediate


Book Description

This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2019 – 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the companion disc to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. AutoCAD 2019 Beginning and Intermediate includes over 100 exercises or “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of three projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2019. Features: • Designed for novice users of AutoCAD 2019. Most useful for “teach yourself” or instructor-led AutoCAD training in Level 1 or 2. No previous CAD experience is required • New chapter on the “Drawing Compare” function • Companion files featuring drawings, practice and finished plots, 4-color figures, etc. • Includes over 100 “mini-workshops” and hundreds of figures that complete small projects • Uses both English and metric units in examples, exercises, projects, and descriptions • Covers three full projects (metric and imperial) for architectural and mechanical designs • Helps you to prepare for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam • Exercises and instructor’s resources available for use as a textbook




AutoCAD 2018 Beginning and Intermediate


Book Description

This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2018 – 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the companion disc to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. AutoCAD 2018 Beginning and Intermediate includes over 100 exercises or “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of three projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2018. Features: * Covers only the basics and uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad tools for this popular application * CD-Rom can be used to set up in-text drawing exercises and projects and to see the book’s figures in color * Helps you to prepare for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam eBook Customers: Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at [email protected].




AutoCAD 2015 Beginning and Intermediate


Book Description

This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2015 – 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the DVD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. AutoCAD 2015 Beginning and Intermediate includes over 100 exercises or “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of three projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2015. Features: Covers only the basics and uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad tools for this popular application DVD can be used to set up in-text drawing exercises and projects and to see the book’s figures in color Helps you to prepare for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam Instructor’s resources available for use as a textbook eBook Customers: Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at [email protected].




AutoCAD 2014 Beginning and Intermediate


Book Description

This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2014 – 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the DVD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. AutoCAD 2014 Beginning and Intermediate includes over 100 exercises or “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of three projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2014. FEATURES Designed for novice users of AutoCAD 2014. Most useful for “teach yourself” or instructor-led AutoCAD training in Level 1 or 2. No previous CAD experience is required Accompanied by a DVD featuring drawings, practice and finished plots, 4-color figures, etc. Includes over 100 “mini-workshops” and hundreds of figures that complete small projects Uses both English and metric units in examples, exercises, projects, and descriptions Covers three full projects (metric and imperial) for architectural and mechanical designs Helps you to prepare for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam Instructor’s resources available for use as a textbook eBook Customers: Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at [email protected].




AutoCAD 2023: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users


Book Description

AutoCAD 2023: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook is designed for instructor-led courses as well as for self-paced learning. It is intended to help engineers, designers, and CAD operators interested in learning AutoCAD for creating 2D engineering drawings as well as 3D Models. This textbook is a great help for new AutoCAD users and a great teaching aid for classroom training. The textbook consists of 13 chapters, and a total of 548 pages covering major workspaces of AutoCAD such as Drafting & Annotation and 3D Modeling, teaching you to use AutoCAD software for creating, editing, plotting, and managing real world 2D engineering drawings and 3D Models. This textbook not only focuses on the usage of the tools/commands of AutoCAD but also on the concept of design. Every chapter of this textbook contains tutorials that provide users with step-by-step instructions on how to create mechanical designs and drawings with ease. Moreover, every chapter ends with hands-on test drives which allow users to experience themselves the user friendly and powerful capabilities of AutoCAD. Table of Contents Chapter 1. Introduction to AutoCAD Chapter 2. Creating Drawings - I Chapter 3. Working with Drawing Aids and Layers Chapter 4. Creating Drawings - II Chapter 5. Modifying and Editing Drawings - I Chapter 6. Working with Dimensions and Dimensions Style Chapter 7. Editing Dimensions and Adding Text Chapter 8. Modifying and Editing Drawings - II Chapter 9. Hatching and Gradients Chapter 10. Working with Blocks and Xrefs Chapter 11. Working with Layouts Chapter 12. Printing and Plotting Chapter 13. Introducing 3D Basics and Creating 3D Models Main Features of the Textbook Comprehensive coverage of tools Step-by-step real-world tutorials with every chapter Hands-on test drives to enhance the skills at the end of every chapter Additional notes and tips Customized content for faculty (PowerPoint Presentations) Free learning resources for faculty and students Additional student and faculty projects Technical support for the book by contacting [email protected]




AutoCAD 2021: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users


Book Description

AutoCAD 2021: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook is designed for instructor-led courses as well as for self-paced learning. It is intended to help engineers, designers, and CAD operators interested in learning AutoCAD for creating 2D engineering drawings as well as 3D Models. This textbook is a great help for new AutoCAD users and a great teaching aid for classroom training. This textbook consists of 13 chapters, and a total of 556 pages covering major workspaces of AutoCAD such as Drafting & Annotation and 3D Modeling. This textbook teaches you to use AutoCAD software for creating, editing, plotting, and managing real world 2D engineering drawings and 3D Models. This textbook not only focuses on the usage of the tools/commands of AutoCAD but also on the concept of design. Every chapter of this textbook contains tutorials that provide users with step-by-step instructions on how to create mechanical designs and drawings with ease. Moreover, every chapter ends with hands-on test drives which allow users to experience themselves the user friendly and powerful capabilities of AutoCAD. Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to AutoCAD Chapter 2. Creating Drawings - I Chapter 3. Working with Drawing Aids and Layers Chapter 4. Creating Drawings - II Chapter 5. Modifying and Editing Drawings - I Chapter 6. Working with Dimensions and Dimensions Style Chapter 7. Editing Dimensions and Adding Text Chapter 8. Modifying and Editing Drawings - II Chapter 9. Hatching and Gradients Chapter 10. Working with Blocks and Xrefs Chapter 11. Working with Layouts Chapter 12. Printing and Plotting Chapter 13. Introducing 3D Basics and Creating 3D Models