Introduction to AutoCAD 2008: 2D and 3D Design
TITLE : Introduction to AutoCAD 2008: 2D and 3D Design (Paperback)
AUTHOR : by Alf Yarwood (Author)
PUBLISHER : Newnes publisher
ISBN : 0750685123
EDITION : 1st
PUB DATE : June 25, 2007
LANGUAGE : English
Taking the reader step-by-step through the features of AutoCAD, Alf
Yarwood provides a practical, structured course of work matched to the
latest release of this software. After introducing first principles and
the creation of 2D technical drawings, he goes on to demonstrate the
construction of 3D solid and surface model drawings and rendering in the
second part. All the new features of the 2008 software release are taken
into account, in particular the new workspace for 2D drafting, faster
rendering, new rendering methods, more materials, and improved lighting
methods. The 2D chapters are also suitable for those learning how to use
AutoCAD LT 2008. Introduction to AutoCAD 2008 includes:
- Hundreds of full-colour drawings and screen shots illustrating the
stages within the design process
- Worked examples and exercises throughout the text, linking the use
of AutoCAD to real-world engineering practice
- Start of chapter learning outcome summaries and end of chapter
revision notes and exercises to check the readers’ understanding Readers
can also visit a free companion website at
http://books.elsevier.com/companions/9780750685122, where they will find
worked solutions and AutoCAD drawing files of stages and results for the
exercises in the book, as well as further exercises and multiple-choice
questions with answers. Suitable for all new users of AutoCAD, this book
is particularly applicable to introductory level undergraduate courses
and vocational courses in engineering and construction. Further
Education students in the UK will find this an ideal textbook to cater
for the relevant CAD units of BTEC National and BTEC Higher National
Engineering schemes from Edexcel, and the City & Guilds 4353 and 2303
qualifications.
* Written by a member of the Autodesk Developer Network
* Hundreds of full-colour drawings and screen shots illustrating the
stages within the design process
* Accompanying website with worked solutions and AutoCAD drawing files
of stages and results for the exercises in the book, as well as further
exercises and multiple-choice questions with answers
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