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CAD and Technical Drawing > Practical AutoCAD® 2008
Practical AutoCAD<sup>®</sup> 2008

Practical AutoCAD® 2008

By: Paul H. Wyss

This new text has been developed as a hands-on reference for learning AutoCAD® in the straightforward style and approach of a typical American Tech publication.

Item Number: 2355
Price: $ 50.00
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Textbook: 389 pages, 300 illustrations, softcover

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Content Highlights
  • Introduction to AutoCAD
  • Screen Graphics
  • Drawing Setup
  • Command Entry and Getting Help
  • Coordinate Input
  • Basic Drawing Commands
  • Layers
  • Screen Display and Zooming
  • Object Snap and Polar Tracking
  • Object Selection and Basic Editing Commands
  • Object Properties and Inquiry Commands
  • Advanced Drawing and Editing Commands
  • Adding Text
  • Drawing Templates and Title Blocks
  • Basic Dimensioning
  • Advanced Dimensioning and Dimension Editing
  • Hatching
  • Model Space Plotting
  • Plotting Paper Space Layouts
  • Appendix
  • Glossary
  • Index

Features

Practical AutoCAD® 2008 provides the fundamentals of 2D AutoCAD using a succinct, easy-to-follow approach. Commands are explained and followed by an example that allows learners to apply their knowledge. Exercises provide opportunities for learners to develop their skills by using a variety of commands and AutoCAD features. Large illustrations and clearly labeled features, icons, and components provide a comprehensive learning experience. A set of architectural and mechanical plans are developed in phases throughout the textbook exercises.

Practical AutoCAD provides:

  • Detailed illustrations with authentic screen captures and AutoCAD drawings
  • Tutorial Videos demonstrating key AutoCAD commands and features on the included CD-ROM
  • Numerous examples throughout the text for immediate reinforcement of topics
  • Chapter exercises allowing students to apply knowledge of AutoCAD commands and features
  • Command Reference Boxes throughout the text that provide a quick and easy reference for using AutoCAD commands
  • Objectives at the beginning of each chapter
  • Mechanical and architectural projects for developing professional drawings to use in portfolios

Included with the text is a CD-ROM which features:

  • Quick Quizzes®
  • Illustrated Glossary
  • Examples
  • Exercises
  • Drawing Files
  • Tutorial Videos
  • Configuring AutoCAD
  • Dictionary of Architectural Abbreviations
  • ATPeResources.com

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