Download or read book Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2011 written by Shawna Lockhart and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2010-04 with total page 706 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2011 provides a step-by-step introduction to AutoCAD with commands presented in the context of each tutorial. In fifteen clear and comprehensive chapters, author Shawna Lockhart guides readers through all the important commands and techniques in AutoCAD 2011, from 2D drawing to solid modeling and finally finishing with rendering. In each lesson, the author provides step-by-step instructions with frequent illustrations showing exactly what appears on the AutoCAD screen. Later, individual steps are no longer provided, and readers are asked to apply what they've learned by completing sequences on their own. A carefully developed pedagogy reinforces this cumulative-learning approach and supports readers in becoming skilled AutoCAD users. A Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2011 begins with three Getting Started chapters that include information to get readers of all levels prepared for the tutorials. The author includes tips that offer suggestions and warnings as you progress through the tutorials. Key Terms and Key Commands are listed at the end of each chapter to recap important topics and commands learned in each tutorial. Also, a glossary of terms and Commands Summary lists the key commands used in the tutorials. Each chapter concludes with end of chapter problems providing challenges to a range of abilities in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering as well as architectural problems.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2011 Tutorial written by Randy H. Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This text covers AutoCAD 2011 and the chapters proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing 3D wireframe models, 3D surface models and 3D solid models to making multiview drawings."--Preface

Download or read book AutoCAD 2011 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals written by Randy Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The primary goal of AutoCAD 2011 Tutorial - First Level: 2D Fundamentals is to introduce the aspects of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD). This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals. This text covers AutoCAD 2011 and the lessons proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making multiview drawings. The lessons are further reinforced by the video presentations found on the enclosed multimedia DVD. This textbook contains a series of eleven tutorial style lessons designed to introduce beginning CAD users to AutoCAD 2011. It takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important 2D CAD techniques and concepts. This text is also helpful to AutoCAD users upgrading from a previous release of the software. The new improvements and key enhancements of the software are incorporated into the lessons. The 2D-CAD techniques and concepts discussed in this text are also designed to serve as the foundation to the more advanced parametric feature-based CAD packages such as Autodesk Inventor. The basic premise of this book is that the more designs you create using AutoCAD 2011, the better you learn the software. With this in mind, each lesson introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous lessons. This book is intended to help readers establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering.

Download or read book Mastering AutoCAD 2011 and AutoCAD LT 2011 written by George Omura and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-05-28 with total page 1697 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Go beyond AutoCAD essentials to create amazing 2D and 3D technical drawings AutoCADis the leading drawing software used by design and drafting professionals to create 2D and 3D technical drawings. Mastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT guides you through AutoCAD essentials using concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects for both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. You'll understand the basics of the interface and drafting tools, as well as how to effectively use hatches, fields, and tables. Details attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves, and solid fills, as well as exploring 3D modeling and imaging Explores the fully revised 3D rendering features and the new 3D Surface modeling tools Covers the new 2D features like the updated Hatch tools, object transparency and Isolate/Hide objects Discusses customization and integration, as well as useful tools and utilities Includes a searchable PDF of the entire book, a trial version of AutoCAD, and before-and-after tutorial files Accompanied by a DVD with more than a dozen video tutorials, this book will help you master AutoCAD and bring your technical drawings to life.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2011 For Dummies written by David Byrnes and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-04-13 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A great way to get up and running fast with AutoCAD "X"! If you're just learning AutoCAD, this friendly, For Dummies guide is perfect for you. You’ll get up to speed on all the basics and start creating 2D and 3D technical drawings sooner than you might imagine. Learn how to create a basic drawing, use AutoCAD Design Center, edit your drawings, work with dimensions, add text, and much more. The book is straightforward, easy to follow, and includes practical tips and notes that demystify this complex software even further. Gets you quickly up to speed on AutoCAD "X," the leading technical drawing software from Autodesk Covers how to create a basic drawing, use AutoCAD Design Center, edit your drawings, use blocks, work with dimensions, add text, and draw on the Internet Includes updates on the latest features in AutoCAD “X” focusing on those that matter most to beginners Uses the popular For Dummies approach, which breaks down this intimidating topic into helpful, practical advice and how-tos for real people AutoCAD "X" For Dummies is what you need to get up to speed and start designing with this market-leading software!

Download or read book Autodesk AutoCAD 2011 Fundamentals written by and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Autodesk AutoCAD 2011 Fundamentals is designed to be used during instructor led training in a eight week course. It is an introductory level textbook intended for new AutoCAD 2011 users. This book covers all the fundamental skills necessary for effectively using AutoCAD and will provide a strong foundation for advancement. This textbook applies the use of AutoCAD as it pertains to mechanical drafting. Knowing how to draw a line in AutoCAD is not the same as understanding which line type is required when creating technical drawings. This text not only provides the necessary information to operate AutoCAD 2011 but also provides the skills to use AutoCAD as a tool to work proficiently as a mechanical drafter or designer.

Download or read book Introduction to AutoCAD 2011 written by Alfred Yarwood and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2010 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alf Yarwood provides a practical, structured course of work matched to the latest release of AutoCAD. 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.

Download or read book An Introduction to Autodesk Inventor 2011 and AutoCAD 2011 written by Randy H. Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most schools using Autodesk software first introduce students to the 2D features of AutoCAD and then go on to its 3D Capabilities. Inventor is usually reserved for the second or third course or for a solid modeling course. However, another possibility is to introduce students first to solid modeling using Inventor and then to introduce AutoCAD as a 2D product. Students learn to create solid models using Inventor and then learn how to create working drawings of their 3D models using AutoCAD. This approach provides students with a strong understanding of the process used to create models and drawing in the industry. This book contains a series of tutorial style lessons designed to introduce Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, solid modeling, and parametric modeling. It uses a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the import parametric modeling techniques and concepts. The lessons guide the user from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent mechanical designs, creating multi-view drawings and assembly models. Introduction to Inventor2011 and AutoCAD 2011 consists of ten chapters from Parametric Modeling using Inventor 2011 and six chapters from AutoCAD 20110 Tutorial-First Level: 2D Fundamentals. This book is available only as a three hole punch book for use in a spiral binder. This book is used by Ohio State in their freshman engineering program.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2011 and AutoCAD LT 2011 Bible written by Ellen Finkelstein and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-06-03 with total page 1395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In-depth coverage of all new software features of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT AutoCAD is the leading drawing software, used by design and drafting professionals to create 2D and 3D technical drawings. This popular reference-tutorial has once again been revised by AutoCAD guru Ellen Finkelstein to provide you with the most up-to-date coverage of both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. You'll begin with a Quick Start tutorial so that even if you're brand new to AutoCAD, you can get started working with it right away. You'll then move on to the basics of creating drawings, using commands, and specifying coordinates. After developing a solid foundation on the essentials of AutoCAD, the book gradually builds upon early chapters as it covers more and more complex topics and techniques. Presenting the popular AutoCAD reference-tutorial, once again revised by Ellen Finkelstein a long-time AutoCAD instructor and advocate Starts with a tutorial on AutoCAD that covers the basics of creating drawings, using commands, and specifying coordinates Builds on early chapters to cover more complex 2D and 3D drawing techniques, including using layers, creating dimensions, 3D coordinates, solids, and rendering Discusses advanced topics such as customization of commands and toolbars, and programming AutoCAD using AutoLISP and VBA The DVD contains before and after drawings for each tutorial, bonus appendices, and a 30-day trial version of AutoCAD Packed with essential information on both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT, this resource is a must-have if you're eager to get started creating 2D and 3D technical drawings. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Engineering Graphics Essentials With Autocad 2011 Instruction written by Kirstie Plantenberg and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2010-07-02 with total page 792 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engineering Graphics Essentials with AutoCAD 2011 Instruction gives students a basic understanding of how to create and read engineering drawings by presenting principles in a logical and easy to understand manner. It coves the main topics of engineering graphics, including tolerancing and fasteners while also teaching them the fundamentals of AutoCAD 2011.This book features an independent learning CD containing supplemental content to further reinforce these principles. Through its many different exercises this text is designed to encourage students to interact with the instructor during lectures, and it will give students a superior understanding of engineering graphics and AutoCAD. The enclosed independent learning CD allows the learner to go through the topics of the book independently. The main content of the CD contains pages that summarize the topics covered in the book. Each page has voice over content that simulates a lecture environment. There are also interactive examples that allow the learner to go through the instructor led and in class student exercises found in the book on their own. Video examples are also included to supplement the learning process.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2011 and AutoCAD LT 2011 written by Donnie Gladfelter and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-06-10 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A step-by-step tutorial on AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT basics AutoCAD is the leading drawing software, used by design and drafting professionals to create 2D and 3D technical drawings. This tutorial is aimed at AutoCAD novices and provides you with the essentials you need so you can acquire the necessary skills to work in AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT immediately. You'll begin with the basics and gradually progress to more advanced topics and features, such as grouping, elevations, hatches, and using text in drawings. Concise explanations, focused examples, and step-by-step instructions round out this hands-on tutorial. Begins with the basics of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT, the leading 2D and 3D drawing software Progresses to more advanced topics and skill sets and covers grouping, hatches, and text in drawings Introduces dimensioning, external references, layouts and printing, and using 3D Contains helpful examples and step-by-step instructions so you can get started using AutoCAD immediately Featuring the most up-to-date techniques, tactics, industry standards, and methods, this tutorial will get you started using AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT right away.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2011 Essentials Comprehensive Edition written by Munir Hamad and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2010-06-23 with total page 746 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD® is the premier PC-based drafting tool that has been used by millions of engineers, draftsmen, project managers, and engineering students since its inception in 1982. AutoCAD 2011 Essentials, Comprehensive Edition provides new and seasoned users with simple step-by-step procedures on how to create, modify, annotate, and add dimension to any engineering drawing. Use the accompanying DVD to set up drawing exercises, view all of the book’s figures in full color, and draw with a trial version of AutoCAD 2011. Over 100 workshops throughout the book simulate a full real-world project from concept to completion, without overlooking any of the fundamental commands and functions of AutoCAD® 2011. Material added to the Comprehensive Edition: -Use all advanced 2D drafting commands -Know the most important advanced techniques -Create Dynamic Blocks -Create, Edit, Extract Block Attributes -Use External Reference for team collaboration -Know all about Sheet Sets -Know all about CAD Standards checking -Utilize the more advanced layer functions -Use Autodesk Design Review for Markups -Use the Markup Set Manager

Download or read book Tools for Design Using AutoCAD 2011 Autodesk Inventor 2011 and Lego Mindstorms NXT TETRIX written by Randy Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2011-03-14 with total page 690 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tools for Design is intended to provide the user with an overview of computer aided design using two popular CAD software packages from Autodesk: AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor. This book explores the strengths of each package and show how they can be used in design, both separately and in combination with each other.

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2011 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2010-09-22 with total page 709 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD 2011: 2D and 3D Drawing and Modeling provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of AutoCAD. These concepts have been distilled down to basic, easy to understand explanations for the benefit of beginner students. Each chapter explains the new concept or command and why it is important. Readers are given the chance to apply just-learned knowledge to a real-life exercise, drawing, or model. They can also test their knowledge with end-of-chapter quizzes and drawing exercises. The book is organized into three parts: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. Level 1 offers a wide breadth of knowledge on many topics. Its chapters comprise the complete essential knowledge set of an intermediate user. Students can then work on, if not necessarily set up and manage, moderate to complex drawings. Level 2 is meant for advanced users who are CAD managers, full-time AutoCAD draftspersons, architects, or self-employed and must do everything themselves. The goal here is depth, and several features not deemed critically important in Level 1 are revisited to explore additional advanced options. Also introduced are advanced topics necessary to set up and manage complex drawings. Level 3 is all about 3D. Solid knowledge of the previous two levels is highly recommended before starting these chapters. The 3D material covers all aspects of AutoCAD solid modeling, including lights and rendering. - Strips away complexities, both real and perceived and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts - Teaches only what is essential to operating AutoCAD first, thereby immediately building student confidence - All basic commands are documented step-by-step, meaning that what the student needs to type in and how AutoCAD responds is all spelled out in discrete and clear steps with screen shots added as needed - Using the author's extensive multi-industry knowledge of what is important and widely used in practice versus what is not, the material is presented by immediately immersing the student in practical, critically essential knowledge, with no padding of text or filler material - All concepts are explained first in theory, and only then is AutoCAD introduced and the actual "button pushing discussed. This is one of the key concepts in having students understand exactly what it is they are doing and why, before they do it

Download or read book AutoCAD LT 2011 Tutorial written by Randy Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2010-08-23 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD LT 2011 contains a series of ten tutorial style lessons designed to introduce students and professionals to AutoCAD LT 2011 and the aspects of computer aided drafting. The lessons proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making multiview drawings and building three dimensional wireframe models. The new improvements and key enhancements of AutoCAD LT 2011 are incorporated into the lessons. This book takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important CAD techniques and concepts. The basic premise of this book is that the more designs you create using AutoCAD LT 2011, the better you learn the software. With this in mind each lesson introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous lessons. AutoCAD LT 2011 Tutorial will establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of computer aided engineering.

Download or read book Commercial Design Using AutoCAD 2011 written by Daniel John Stine and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2010-08-09 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Commercial Design Using AutoCAD 2011 is designed for the architectural student using AutoCAD 2011. The intent is to provide the student with a well-rounded knowledge of tools and techniques for use in both school and industry. This text takes a project based approach to learning AutoCAD in which the student develops a campus library. Each book comes with a CD containing numerous video presentations of the written material. The first two chapters are intended to get the reader familiar with the user interface as well as the most common menus, tools and commands that are required to work effectively with AutoCAD 2011. By the end of chapter two the student will be excited and prepared to take on a much larger project. Throughout the rest of the book the student develops the campus library. Using step-by-step tutorial lessons, the library project is followed through to create FFE plans, interior elevations, schedules, and details. In these chapters many of the additional tools and features of AutoCAD 2011 are covered in greater detail. General building codes and industry standard conventions are covered in a way that is applicable to the current exercise.

Download or read book AutoCAD For Dummies written by Bill Fane and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-05-16 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The bestselling AutoCAD book—revised and updated! It takes some practice to get handy with AutoCAD—and it doesn't hurt to have a good guide by your side to help get you through the rough spots. Updated to cover AutoCAD releases through the 2017 version, this new edition of AutoCAD For Dummies is an ideal companion when you're learning the basics of the popular software. Written by a former engineer and AutoCAD teacher, the book walks you through the basics of setting up projects and making simple drawings all the way up to creating 3D models. Beginning with an overview of the AutoCAD interface, drawing tools, and ways to adjust your view of your work, AutoCAD For Dummies offers easy-to-follow guidance on using straight and curved lines to manage properties, object selection, and creating layouts. Next, it shows you how to use advanced AutoCAD tools, including Blocks, Arrays, Xrefs, and Parametrics. Finally, you'll find out how to move your work in to the wonderful world of 3D modeling. Create an AutoCAD project from the ground up Make and edit basic drawings starting with straight lines and curves Jump into advanced drawing with 3D modeling Find quick answers to your AutoCAD questions It's true that AutoCAD is tough, but with the friendly instruction in this hands-on guide, you'll find everything you need to start creating marvelous models—without losing your cool.