Up and Running with AutoCAD 2023: 2D and 3D Drawing, Design and Modeling presents a combination of step-by-step instruction, examples and insightful explanations. The book emphasizes core concepts and practical applications of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written by a long-time AutoCAD professor and instructor with the user in mind.
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1. AutoCAD Fundamentals - Part I 2. AutoCAD Fundamentals - Part II Spotlight On: Architecture 3. Layers, Colors, Linetypes, and Properties 4. Text, Mtext, Editing, and Style Spotlight On: Mechanical Engineering 5. Hatch Patterns 6. Dimensions Spotlight On: Electrical Engineering 7. Blocks, Wblocks, Dynamic Blocks, Groups, and Purge 8. Polar, Rectangular, and Path Arrays Spotlight On: Interior Design 9. Basic Printing and Output 10. Advanced Output - Paper Space Spotlight On: Civil Engineering 11. Advanced Linework 12. Advanced Layers Spotlight On: Aerospace Engineering 13. Advanced Dimensions 14. Options, Shortcuts, CUI, Design Center, and Express Tools Spotlight On: Chemical Engineering 15. Advanced Design and File Management Tools 16. Importing and Exporting Data Spotlight On: Biomedical Engineering 17. External References (Xrefs) 18. Attributes Spotlight On: Drafting, CAD Management, Teaching, and Consulting 19. Advanced Output and Pen Settings 20. Isometric Drawing 21. 3D Basics 22. Object Manipulation 23. Boolean Operations and Primitives 24. Solid Modeling 25. Advanced Solids, Faces, and Edges 26. Surfaces and Meshes 27. Slicing, Sectioning, Layouts, and Vports 28. Advanced UCS, Views, Text, and Dimensions in 3D 29. Dview, Camera, Walk and Fly, Path Animation Appendix A. Additional Information on AutoCAD B. Other CAD Software, Design and Analysis Tools, and Concepts C. File Extensions D. Custom Linetypes and Hatch Patterns E. Principles of CAD Management F. AutoLISP Basics and Advanced Customization Tools G. PC Hardware, Printers/Plotters, Networks, and the Cloud H. What Are Kernels? I. Lighting, Rendering, Effects, and Animation J. 3D Printing K. AutoCAD Certification Exams L. AutoCAD Employment M. AutoCAD Humor, Oddities, Quirks, and Easter Eggs N. The Future of AutoCAD
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Get ‘Up and Running’ quickly in AutoCAD 2023 using this all-in-one tutorial and reference
Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand, basic concepts Teaches the essentials of operating AutoCAD that build student confidence Documents commands with step-by-step explanations, including what the student needs to type in and how AutoCAD responds Combines 2D and 3D content in one affordable volume
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780323996655
Publisert
2022-07-27
Utgiver
Elsevier Science & Technology
Vekt
2270 gr
Høyde
276 mm
Bredde
216 mm
Aldersnivå
U, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
858

Biografisk notat

Elliot Gindis is the founding author of the Up and Running with AutoCAD series of textbooks. He is a former AutoCAD drafter and designer who got his start in New York City in 1996 and has logged in over 25,000 hours of screen time with a wide variety of architecture and engineering companies. From 1999 to 2008 he was on staff with the Pratt Institute of Design and as visiting instructor at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), teaching beginner, intermediate, and advanced (3D) AutoCAD classes. He was also the president of Vertical Technologies Consulting and Design, an AutoCAD training firm, and has advised, consulted, or assisted more than 60 companies nationwide in using and optimizing AutoCAD. Elliot was part of the AutoDesk Developers Network and was a Certified Technical Trainer. He published the first edition of the Up and Running textbook with Elsevier in 2010, and has supported each subsequent edition until 2020, when Robert Kaebisch took over full-time. Elliot currently resides in the Los Angeles area, and is an engineer in the defense industry. Robert Kaebisch is a professional licensed architect and instructor in the Construction Sciences Group: Architectural/Structural Engineering Technician Program at Gateway Technical College. He teaches a variety of courses including and related to: architecture, construction, residential design and code, commercial design and code, mechanical systems, conflict resolution in construction and building inspections. He teaches a variety of different software in those courses including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and MS-Office products.