Beginning AutoCAD® 2019 Exercise Workbook


Book Description

For those new to the world of AutoCAD(R), as well as those honing longtime skills, there is simply no better resource on the market than the Beginning AutoCAD(R) 2019 Exercise Workbook. Industry-expert authors and Professors Cheryl Strock and Steve Heather introduce two novel features in AutoCAD 2019, including "Drawing Compare" and "Shared Views," both of which facilitate a greater capacity for colleagues and clients to share and comment upon changes and additions to drawings in real-time. All of the game-changing features of AutoCAD 2018 are highlighted throughout this new Edition, most significantly the inclusion of both METRIC and INCH measurements side-by-side on all exercises as well as the phenomenal feature of SHX font importation during document upload, allowing for fully-editable text on PDF documents. ALL NEW "CAD TIPS" WOVEN THROUGHOUT/for further engagement For the first time, this top-selling Workbook will include a dynamic, new feature called "CAD Tips" which will be interspersed throughout the lessons to further engage readers as well as provide value-added insider information from a longtime expert in the field. New and Improved Features All exercises will now include metric equivalents alongside the original imperial measurements. "Drawing Compare" and "Shared Views," making working with clients and 3rd parties infinitely easier. New "CAD Tips" scattered throughout the book, providing shortcuts and suggestions from our expert author. Additional new features being released by AutoCAD to beta testers.




AutoCAD Workbook for Architects and Engineers


Book Description

This practical step-by-step guide - designed for use at your computer - gives clear, compact instructions and self-test exercises to help you learn 2-D drawing using AutoCAD. The text is written for use on all AutoCAD releases from 2000 to 2008. Computer-aided drawing is a skill that every student in architecture, engineering, the trades and construction must learn – and ideally at the computer, actually drawing things. AutoCAD is the most widely used package in the industry but existing teaching books tend to be too wordy and focus more on technical wizardry than on how to deliver actual finished drawings using industry drafting protocols.AutoCAD Workbook gives you the skills you need for the full range of drawing types using a wide variety of commands and sequences. Each chapter - or teaching module – contains a brief introduction to the commands, explaining exactly how each one can be used, and plenty of exercises to demonstrate how to produce everything from working drawings to presentation drawings; and orthographic projection to pictorial views. Examples include residential and commercial buildings for architects and designers; steel and concrete details for civil and structural engineering; mechanical parts and assemblies for mechanical engineering; and millwork and cabinet-making for woodworking applications.




Advanced Autocad(r) 2022 Exercise Workbook


Book Description

Looking to take your AutoCAD skills to the next level, but don't know where to turn? Your search is over. AutoCAD® gurus Cheryl Shrock and Steve Heather have created the perfect learning system, packed with lessons, exercises, projects, and practical inside tips. Refreshed screenshots and step-by-step exercises, frequently asked questions, and updated industry-specific projects highlight this edition covering the new AutoCAD 2022 software. This Exercise Workbook covers important AutoCAD commands and step-by-step procedures, including a thorough review of the latest features available (see the feature box, below), including Floating Drawing Tabs and Shared Views. All of this is reinforced by inch and metric exercises, designed to give you the practice needed to efficiently master key skills and complete more advanced projects. Plus, for the first time ever, an AutoCAD Quick Key Guide is included, providing a handy reminder for one-key shortcuts and multiple keyboard combinations. Whether you are an instructor, a student of engineering, design, architecture, or computer graphics, or a hobbyist looking to hone your craft, you will find the Advanced AutoCAD Exercise Workbook an invaluable asset in your AutoCAD library. New and/or Improved Features in AutoCAD 2022: Installer-The new Installer reduces the number of steps required for the initial install, improving performance. Floating Drawing Tabs-Drag a drawing file tab from the main application window to make it a separate drawing file window and have several drawings open at once. This is particularly useful if you have two or more monitors. Shared Views-Store your designs in the Cloud for other users to view, measure, and exchange feedback. Share Current Drawing-Share a link to your drawing file and others can view or edit that drawing in AutoCAD's online application. Trace-Turn this on so that collaborators can work together on drawing changes without altering the existing drawing. Redesigned Start Tab-Take advantage of easier access to recent work and saved drawing files from connected drives, as well as learning resources and announcements from Autodesk.




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].




Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2018


Book Description

Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2018 is an introductory level tutorial which uses residential design exercises as the means to teach you AutoCAD 2018. Each book comes with access to extensive video instruction in which the author explains the most common tools and techniques used when designing residential buildings using AutoCAD 2018. 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 a basic introduction to AutoCAD 2018. The first three chapters are intended to get you familiar with the user interface and the most 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. This book also comes with extensive video instruction as well as bonus chapters that cover must know commands, sketching exercises, a roof study workbook and much more.




Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2018


Book Description

Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2018 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 2018, 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. Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2018 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 list 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.




Advanced AutoCAD 2018: A Problem-Solving Approach, 3D and Advanced, 24th Edition


Book Description

The Advanced AutoCAD 2018: A Problem Solving Approach, 3D and Advanced, 24th Edition book contains detailed explanation of AutoCAD commands and their applications to solve design problems. Every AutoCAD command is thoroughly explained with the help of examples and illustrations. This makes it easy for the users to understand the functions and applications of the tools and commands. After reading this book, you will be able to create 3D objects, apply materials to objects, generate drafting views of a model, create surface or mesh objects, and render and animate designs, and understand 3D Printing. The book covers designing concepts in detail as well as provides elaborative description of technical drawing in AutoCAD including orthographic projections, dimensioning principles, sectioning, auxiliary views, and assembly drawings. While going through this book, you will discover some new unique applications of AutoCAD that will have a significant effect on your drawings and designs. The book also covers the 3D printing tools introduced in AutoCAD. Salient Features: Comprehensive book consisting 14 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Detailed explanation of all commands and tools. Summarized content on the first page of the topics that are covered in the chapter. Hundreds of illustrations for easy understanding of concepts. Step-by-step instructions to guide the users through the learning process. More than 25 real-world mechanical engineering designs as examples. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of the chapters to help the users assess their knowledge. Technical support by contacting '[email protected]' Additional learning resources at 'https://allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com' Table of Contents Chapter 1: The User Coordinate System Chapter 2: Getting Started with 3D Chapter 3: Creating Solid Models Chapter 4: Editing 3D Objects-I Chapter 5: Editing 3D Objects-II Chapter 6: Surface Modeling Chapter 7: Mesh Modeling Chapter 8: Rendering and Animating Designs Chapter 9: AutoCAD on Internet and 3D Printing Chapter 10: Script Files and Slide Shows Chapter 11: Creating Linetypes and Hatch Patterns Chapter 12: Customizing the acad.pgp File Chapter 13: Conventional Dimensioning and Projection Theory Using AutoCAD Chapter 14: Isometric Drawings Index




Engineering Graphics Essentials with AutoCAD 2018 Instruction


Book Description

Engineering Graphics Essentials with AutoCAD 2018 Instruction gives students a basic understanding of how to create and read engineering drawings by presenting principles in a logical and easy to understand manner. It covers the main topics of engineering graphics, including tolerancing and fasteners, while also teaching students the fundamentals of AutoCAD 2018. This book features independent learning material containing supplemental content to further reinforce these principles. Through its many different exercises this text is designed to encourage students to interact with the instructor during lectures, and it will give students a superior understanding of engineering graphics and AutoCAD. The independent learning material allows students to go through the topics of the book independently. The main content of the material contains pages that summarize the topics covered in the book. Each page has voice over content that simulates a lecture environment. There are also interactive examples that allow students to go through the instructor led and in-class student exercises found in the book on their own. Video examples are also included to supplement the learning process.




Beginning AutoCAD® 2018


Book Description

Beginning AutoCAD 2018 Exercise Workbook is the right book for users new to AutoCAD or who want to brush up on the basics. Thisis a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text that helps user learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8.5 x 11 printer.




AutoCAD Electrical 2018 for Electrical Control Designers, 9th Edition


Book Description

The AutoCAD Electrical 2018 for Electrical Control Designers book has been written to assist the engineering students and the practicing designers who are new to AutoCAD Electrical. Using this book, the readers can learn the application of basic tools required for creating professional electrical control drawings with the help of AutoCAD Electrical. Keeping in view the varied requirements of the users, this book covers a wide range of tools and features such as schematic drawings, Circuit Builder, panel drawings, parametric and nonparametric PLC modules, stand-alone PLC I/O points, ladder diagrams, point-to-point wiring diagrams, report generation, creation of symbols, and so on. This will help the readers to create electrical drawings easily and effectively. Special emphasis has been laid on the introduction of concepts, which have been explained using text and supported with graphical examples. The examples and tutorials used in this book ensure that the users can relate the information provided in this book with the practical industry designs. Salient Features: Consists of 13 chapters and 2 projects that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Comprehensive coverage of AutoCAD Electrical 2018 concepts and techniques. Tutorial approach to explain the concepts of AutoCAD Electrical 2018. Detailed explanation of all commands and tools. Summarized content on the first page of the topics that are covered in the chapter. Hundreds of illustrations for easy understanding of concepts. Step-by-step instructions to guide the users through the learning process. Emphasis on Why and How with explanation. More than 45 tutorials and projects. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of each chapter to help the users assess their knowledge. Technical support by contacting '[email protected]'. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to AutoCAD Electrical 2018 Chapter 2: Working with Projects and Drawings Chapter 3: Working with Wires Chapter 4: Creating Ladders Chapter 5: Schematic Components Chapter 6: Schematic Editing Chapter 7: Connectors, Point-to-Point Wiring Diagrams, and Circuits Chapter 8: Panel Layouts Chapter 9: Schematic and Panel Reports Chapter 10: PLC Modules Chapter 11: Terminals Chapter 12: Settings, Configurations, Templates, and Plotting Chapter 13: Creating Symbols Project 1 Project 2 Index