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| Thoroughly updated to AutoCAD 2005, this easy-to-understand essentials edition explains how to use all the commands required for 2D drafting of single drawings. All aspects of AutoCAD fundamentals are covered, from an introduction to computer hardware and CAD software, to learning to draw with objects, direct editing of objects, and plotting. Step-by-step tutorials make learning to use and apply AutoCAD 2005 and its commands a breeze, and will speed users to proficiency using the most current design capabilities of the software.
Features:
- Thoroughly updated to include the changes and additions for AutoCAD 2005
a "Quick Start" tutorial sufficiently prepares users to draw a simple but complete AutoCAD drawing in the very first chapter
- Each featured command has a step-by-step tutorial that moves users through each command with the fewest options
- The back-of-book CD-ROM contains files for tutorials and problems that get users drawing in AutoCAD right away
- Extensive appendices provide useful reference material, such as commands and system variables, linetypes, hatch patterns, template drawings, and more
Table of Contents:
INTRODUCTION TO AUTOCAD. Quick Tour of AutoCAD. Understanding CAD Concepts. Setting up Drawings. DRAWING AND EDITING. Drawing with Basic Objects. Drawing with Precision. Drawing with Efficiency. Changing Object Properties. Correcting Mistakes. Direct Editing of Objects. Constructing Objects. Additional Editing Options. TEXT AND DIMENSIONS. Placing and Editing Text. Placing Dimensions. Editing Dimensions. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. LAYOUT AND PLOTTING. Layouts. Plotting Drawings. Obtaining Information from the Drawing. |
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