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Using AutoCAD 2006: Basics is an easy-to-understand edition that explains how to use the commands required for 2D drafting of single drawings. All aspects of AutoCAD fundamentals are covered, from an introduction to computer hardware and Computer Aided Design or Drafting (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 2006 and its commands a breeze, and will speed you to proficiency using the most current design capabilities of the software.
Features:
- Thoroughly updated to include the changes and additions for AutoCAD 2006.
- A quick-start tutorial sufficiently prepares you to draw a simple but complete AutoCAD drawing in the very first chapter.
- Each featured command has a step-by-step tutorial that moves you through each command with the fewest options.
- The back-of-book CD-ROM contains files for tutorials and problems that get you drawing in AutoCAD right away.
- Extensive appendices provide useful reference material, such as commands and system variables, linetypes, hatch patterns, template drawings, and more.
Contents:
Unit 1: Setting Up Drawings Chapter 1: Quick Tour of AutoCAD 2006. Chapter 2: Understanding CAD Concepts. Chapter 3: Setting up Drawings. Unit 2: Drafting Essentials Chapter 4: Drawing with Basic Objects. Chapter 5: Drawing with Precision. Chapter 6: Drawing with Efficiency. Unit 3: Editing Drawings Chapter 7: Changing Object Properties. Chapter 8: Correcting Mistakes. Chapter 9: Direct Editing of Objects. Chapter 10: Constructing Objects. Chapter 11: Additional Editing Options. Unit 4: Text and Dimensions Chapter 12: Placing and Editing Text. Chapter 13: Placing Dimensions. Chapter 14: Editing Dimensions. Chapter 15: Geometric Dimensions. Chapter 16: Tables and Fields. Chapter 17: Reporting on Drawings. Unit 5: Plotting Drawings Chapter 18: Working with Layouts. Chapter 19: Plotting Drawings.
About the Author
Ralph Grabowski is Editor of AutoCAD User magazine and the former Senior Editor at CADalyst magazine. He is the author of more than 50 books about AutoCAD and other graphical software, and is the publisher of upFront.eZine, the weekly e-mail newsletter for CAD industry news.
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