Gindis introduces AutoCAD with step-by-step instructions, stripping away complexities to begin working in AutoCAD immediately. All concepts are explained first in theory, and then shown in practice, helping the reader understand _what _it is they are doing and why before they do it. The book contains supporting graphics (screen shots) and a summary with a self-test section at the end of each chapter. Also included are drawing examples and exercises, and two running projects that the reader works on as they progresses through the chapters * Explains the why and how of AutoCAD commands:  all concepts are explained first in theory and then covered in step-by-step detail * Extensive use of screen shots, chapter summaries, and a self-test section at the end of each chapter * Includes drawing examples and exercises, and two running projects that the reader works on as he/she progresses through the chapters * Each chapter features a "Spotlight On..." section, highlighting the use of AutoCAD in various industries  * Fully updated for AutoCAD 2010 release, including introduction of the ribbon menu structure in chapter 1 * Strips away complexities, both real and perceived, and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts; using the author's extensive multi-industry knowledge of what is widely used in practice, the material is presented by immediately immersing the reader in practical, critically essential knowledge * Strips away complexities, both real and perceived, and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts; using the author's extensive multi-industry knowledge of what is widely used in practice, the material is presented by immediately immersing the reader in practical, critically essential knowledge * Explains the why and how of AutoCAD commands:  all concepts are explained first in theory and then covered in step-by-step detail * Extensive use of screen shots, chapter summaries, and a self-test section at the end of each chapter * Includes drawing examples and exercises, and two running projects that the reader works on as he/she progresses through the chapters * Each chapter features a "Spotlight On..." section, highlighting the use of AutoCAD in various industries  * Fully updated for AutoCAD 2010 release, including introduction of the ribbon menu structure in chapter 1