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Book AutoCAD 2019 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals

Download or read book AutoCAD 2019 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals written by Randy Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2018-05-31 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The primary goal of AutoCAD 2019 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 2019 and the lessons proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making multiview drawings. This textbook contains a series of eleven tutorial style lessons designed to introduce beginning CAD users to AutoCAD 2019. 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 2019, 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. Video Training Included with every new copy of AutoCAD 2019 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals is access to extensive video training. The video training parallels the exercises found in the text and are designed to be watched first before following the instructions in the book. However, the videos do more than just provide you with click by click instructions. Author Luke Jumper also includes a brief discussion of each tool, as well as rich insight into why and how the tools are used. Luke isn’t just telling you what to do, he’s showing and explaining to you how to go through the exercises while providing clear descriptions of the entire process. It’s like having him there guiding you through the book. These videos will provide you with a wealth of information and brings the text to life. They are also an invaluable resource for people who learn best through a visual experience. These videos deliver a comprehensive overview of the 2D tools found in AutoCAD and perfectly complement and reinforce the exercises in the book. AutoCAD 2019 Certified User Examination The content of AutoCAD 2019 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals covers the performance tasks that have been identified by Autodesk as being included on the AutoCAD 2019 Certified User Examination. Special reference guides show you where the performance tasks are covered in the book. If you are teaching an introductory level AutoCAD course and you want to prepare your students for the AutoCAD 2019 Certified User Examination this is the only book that you need. If your students are not interested in the AutoCAD 2019 Certified User Examination they will still be studying the most important tools and techniques of AutoCAD as identified by Autodesk.

Book Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2019

Download or read book Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2019 written by Shawna Lockhart and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2018-05-04 with total page 694 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2019 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 you through all the important commands and techniques in AutoCAD 2019, 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 you are asked to apply what you've learned by completing sequences on your own. A carefully developed pedagogy reinforces this cumulative-learning approach and supports you in becoming a skilled AutoCAD user. Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2019 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 list 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.

Book AutoCAD 2019 for Beginners

Download or read book AutoCAD 2019 for Beginners written by Cadfolks and published by . This book was released on 2018-09-04 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD 2019 For Beginners makes it easy to learn drafting in AutoCAD. Using easy, real-world examples, you will master the basics of this leading CAD software by following step by step instructions. Each topic starts with a brief explanation, and then launches into the example that gives you a direct experience and a good start. You'll learn the basics of drawing, editing, dimensioning, printing, and 3D modeling as you create the examples given in this book. Whether you are a beginner or trying to upgrade your skills, this step-by-step guide provides a solid base in design and drafting. - Create basic drawings with drawing tools - Create and edit complex drawings with the modify tools - Add dimensions and annotations to drawings - Prepare your drawing for printing - Create and edit 3D models - Learn to create Architectural floor plan If you want to learn AutoCAD quickly and easily, AutoCAD 2019 For Beginners gets you started today.

Book AutoCAD 2019 Beginners Guide

    Book Details:
  • Author : Amit Bhatt
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2018-03-10
  • ISBN : 9781986400251
  • Pages : 424 pages

Download or read book AutoCAD 2019 Beginners Guide written by Amit Bhatt and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-03-10 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to learn AutoCAD to create technical drawings, this is the book for you. You will learn to use commands and techniques by following the step-by-step examples given in this book. This book covers everything from creating two-dimensional (2D) and three dimensional (3D) drawings to printing and publishing. The topics covered in this book are illustrated with the help of real world examples such as gaskets, flanges, brackets, schematic line diagrams, and more. Also, this book is well organized and can be used for a course or self-study. - Get familiarized with user interface and navigation tools - Create print ready drawings - Create smart drawings using parametric tools - Have a good command over AutoCAD tools and techniques - Explore the easiest and quickest ways to perform operations - Know how to reuse existing data - Create 3D models and generate 2D drawings

Book AutoCAD 2019 for Beginners

    Book Details:
  • Author : CADFolks
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2018-05-19
  • ISBN : 9781719344623
  • Pages : 318 pages

Download or read book AutoCAD 2019 for Beginners written by CADFolks and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-05-19 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD 2019 For Beginners makes it easy to learn drafting in AutoCAD. Using easy, real-world examples, you will master the basics of this leading CAD software by following step by step instructions. Each topic starts with a brief explanation, and then launches into the example that gives you a direct experience and a good start. You'll learn the basics of drawing, editing, dimensioning, printing, and 3D modeling as you create the examples given in this book. Whether you are a beginner or trying to upgrade your skills, this step-by-step guide provides a solid base in design and drafting. - Create basic drawings with drawing tools - Create and edit complex drawings with the modify tools - Add dimensions and annotations to drawings - Prepare your drawing for printing - Create and edit 3D models - Learn to create Architectural floor plan If you want to learn AutoCAD quickly and easily, AutoCAD 2019 For Beginners gets you started today. Download the resource files from: https: //autocadforbeginners.weebly.com/ If you are an educator, you can request an evaluation copy by sending us an email to [email protected]

Book AutoCAD 2022  a Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users

Download or read book AutoCAD 2022 a Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users written by John Willis and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-03 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD 2022: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook is designed for instructor-led courses as well as for self-paced learning. It is intended to help engineers, designers, and CAD operators interested in learning AutoCAD for creating 2D engineering drawings as well as 3D Models. This textbook is a great help for new AutoCAD users and a great teaching aid for classroom training. This textbook consists of 13 chapters, and a total of 546 pages covering major workspaces of AutoCAD such as Drafting & Annotation and 3D Modeling. This textbook teaches you to use AutoCAD software for creating, editing, plotting, and managing real world 2D engineering drawings and 3D Models. This textbook not only focuses on the usage of the tools/commands of AutoCAD but also on the concept of design. Every chapter of this textbook contains tutorials that provide users with step-by-step instructions on how to create mechanical designs and drawings with ease. Moreover, every chapter ends with hands-on test drives which allow users to experience themselves the user friendly and powerful capabilities of AutoCAD. Table of Contents Chapter 1. Introduction to AutoCAD Chapter 2. Creating Drawings - I Chapter 3. Working with Drawing Aids and Layers Chapter 4. Creating Drawings - II Chapter 5. Modifying and Editing Drawings - I Chapter 6. Working with Dimensions and Dimensions Style Chapter 7. Editing Dimensions and Adding Text Chapter 8. Modifying and Editing Drawings - II Chapter 9. Hatching and Gradients Chapter 10. Working with Blocks and Xrefs Chapter 11. Working with Layouts Chapter 12. Printing and Plotting Chapter 13. Introducing 3D Basics and Creating 3D Models Main Features of the Textbook Comprehensive coverage of tools Step-by-step real-world tutorials with every chapter Hands-on test drives to enhance the skills at the end of every chapter Additional notes and tips Customized content for faculty (PowerPoint Presentations) Free learning resources for faculty and students Additional student and faculty projects Technical support for the book by contacting [email protected]

Book Mastering AutoCAD 2019 and AutoCAD LT 2019

Download or read book Mastering AutoCAD 2019 and AutoCAD LT 2019 written by George Omura and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-05-30 with total page 1730 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world’s favorite guide to everything AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT—updated for 2019! Mastering AutoCAD 2019 and AutoCAD LT 2019 is the world’s all-time best-selling guide to the world’s most popular drafting software. Packed with tips, tricks, techniques, and tutorials, this guide covers every inch of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT—including certification. This new edition has been fully updated to align with the software’s 2019 update, featuring the same expert instruction augmented by videos of crucial techniques. Step-by-step walk-throughs, concise explanations, specific examples and plenty of hands-on projects help you learn essential AutoCAD skills by working directly with the necessary tools—giving you a skill set that translates directly to on-the-job use. AutoCAD is the dominant design and drafting software for 2D and 3D technical drawings, while AutoCAD LT is the more affordable version often used by students and hobbyists. Professional designers need complete command of the software’s tools and functions, but a deeper exploration of more complex capabilities can help even hobbyists produce work at a higher level of technical proficiency. This book is your ultimate guide to AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT, whether you’re seeking certification or just looking to draw. Get acquainted with the workspace and basic drafting tools Gain greater control of your drawings with hatches, fields, fills, dynamic blocks, and curves Explore the 3D modeling and imaging tools that bring your drawing to life Customize AutoCAD to the way you work, integrate it with other software, and more As certification preparation material, this book is Autodesk-endorsed; as a self-study guide to AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT mastery, this book is the gold-standard, having led over a half million people on the journey to better design. If you’re ready to learn quickly so you can get down to work, Mastering AutoCAD 2019 and AutoCAD LT 2019 is your ideal resource.

Book AutoCAD 2019

    Book Details:
  • Author : CADArtifex
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2018-06-27
  • ISBN : 9781722016807
  • Pages : 554 pages

Download or read book AutoCAD 2019 written by CADArtifex and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-06-27 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD 2019: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook is designed for instructor-led courses as well as for self-paced learning. It is intended to help engineers, designers, and CAD operators interested in learning AutoCAD for creating engineering and architectural 2D drawings as well as 3D Models. This textbook is a great help for new AutoCAD users and a great teaching aid in a classroom setting. This textbook consists of 13 chapters, total 554 pages covering major workspaces of AutoCAD such as Drafting & Annotation and 3D Modeling. This textbook teaches you how to use AutoCAD software to create, edit, plot, and manage real world engineering and architectural 2D drawings as well as 3D Models. This textbook not only focuses on the usage of the tools/commands of AutoCAD but also on the concept of design. Every chapter of this book contains tutorials that instruct users step-by-step how to create mechanical designs and drawings with ease. Moreover, every chapter ends with hands-on test drives that allow the users of this textbook to experience themselves the ease-of-use and powerful capabilities of AutoCAD. Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to AutoCAD Chapter 2. Creating Drawings - I Chapter 3. Working with Drawing Aids and Layers Chapter 4. Creating Drawings - II Chapter 5. Modifying and Editing Drawings - I Chapter 6. Working with Dimensions and Dimensions Style Chapter 7. Editing Dimensions and Adding Text Chapter 8. Modifying and Editing Drawings - II Chapter 9. Hatching and Gradients Chapter 10. Working with Blocks and Xrefs Chapter 11. Working with Layouts Chapter 12. Printing and Plotting Chapter 13. Introducing 3D Basics and Creating 3D Models

Book AutoCAD 2021 for Architectural Design  A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users

Download or read book AutoCAD 2021 for Architectural Design A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users written by Sandeep Dogra and published by CADArtifex. This book was released on 2020-08-06 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD 2021 for Architectural Design: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook is designed for instructor-led courses as well as for self-paced learning. It is intended to help architects, designers, and CAD operators interested in learning AutoCAD for creating 2D architectural drawings. This textbook is a great help for new AutoCAD users and a great teaching aid for classroom training. This textbook consists of 12 chapters, and a total of 488 pages covering tools and commands of the Drafting & Annotation workspace of AutoCAD. The textbook teaches you to use AutoCAD software for creating, editing, plotting, and managing real world 2D architectural drawings. Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to AutoCAD Chapter 2. Creating Drawings - I Chapter 3. Working with Drawing Aids and Layers Chapter 4. Creating Drawings - II Chapter 5. Modifying and Editing Drawings - I Chapter 6. Working with Blocks and Xrefs Chapter 7. Working with Dimensions and Dimensions Style Chapter 8. Editing Dimensions and Adding Text Chapter 9. Modifying and Editing Drawings - II Chapter 10. Hatching and Gradients Chapter 11. Working with Layouts Chapter 12. Printing and Plotting

Book AutoCAD 2019 Training Guide

Download or read book AutoCAD 2019 Training Guide written by Sagar Linkan and published by BPB Publications. This book was released on 2019-09-20 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complete training guide of AUTOCAD 2019 Key features Building accurate, scalable 3D models for design reference Using parametric tools to make "e;smart"e; drawing Discover How to create and shape your world Modeling surfaces with 3D mesh to create faces and new textures Drawing curves with polyline and spline, and applying solid fills Description This book is short, lively and based on real platform. Using real-world and imagined examples, it takes the reader through content designing process explaining everything along the way. Projects have been explained in a step-by-step manner with the commands along with a lot of new features. What will you learn AutoCAD, drawing Tools-ellipse, polygon, hatch. Parametric constraints, geometric, dimensional constraints. Usage of AutoCAD,3D modeling,3D surface & Mesh. Coordinate System with Line command. Various Annotations Text, angular, Arc length, quick dimension. Who this book is for Students of Polytechnic Diploma Classes- Computer Science/ Information Technology Graduate Students- B.Arch,B.tech. Master Class Students-Msc (CS/IT)/ MCA/ M.Phil, M.Tech, M.S. Industry Professionals- Preparing for Certifications. Table of contents1. Introduction to AutoCAD 20192. Overview3. Draw tools4. Modify Tools5. Annotation6. Inquiry7. Parametric8. Setting & Option9. 3D Modeling & View10. 3D Modify Tools11. 3D Surface & Mesh12. New Features Introduced In AutoCAD 201913. 2D Practice Drawings About the authorLinkan Sagar has done B.Tech from UPTU, Lucknow. His book AutoCAD Training Guide was much appreciated and opted in the AutoCAD technology. He has extensively worked on various other software's like Solidworks, Catia, Staad-pro and Revit. He is having wide Industry exposure. He has worked on and successfully delivered more than 18 major and over 100 mini live projects. He is currently associated with one of US Based MNC Company.His Linkedin profile: linkedin.com/in/linkan-sagar-4b16a7a7 Nisha Gupta is pursuing B.Sc from Delhi. She is having wide Industry exposure, worked on and successfully delivered many live projects.

Book AutoCAD For Dummies

    Book Details:
  • Author : Bill Fane
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2019-06-12
  • ISBN : 1119580080
  • Pages : 546 pages

Download or read book AutoCAD For Dummies written by Bill Fane and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-06-12 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simple steps for creating AutoCAD drawings AutoCAD is the ubiquitous tool used by engineers, architects, designers, and urban planners to put their ideas on paper. It takes some AutoCAD know-how to go from a brilliant idea to a drawing that properly explains how brilliant your idea is. AutoCAD For Dummies helps you de-mystify the handy software and put the tools in AutoCAD to use. Written by an experienced AutoCAD engineer and mechanical design instructor, it assumes no previous computer-aided drafting experience as it walks you through the basics of starting projects and drawing straight lines all the way up through 3D modeling. Conquer the first steps in creating an AutoCAD project Tackle drawing basics including straight lines and curves Add advanced skills including 3D drawing and modeling Set up a project and move into 3D 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.

Book Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User Study Guide  AutoCAD 2019 Edition

Download or read book Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User Study Guide AutoCAD 2019 Edition written by William Wyatt and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2018-11-27 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User Study Guide is designed for the AutoCAD user who is already familiar with AutoCAD. It provides a series of hands on exercises and tutorials in the use of AutoCAD to help you prepare for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User Exam. The text covers all the exam objectives for the AutoCAD Certified User Exam. Each topic is covered in detail, and then is followed up with tutorials and quizzes to reinforce the material covered. The emphasis of the tutorials is to focus on the use of the ribbon and contextual menus rather than keyboard entry in the command line. The tutorials will strengthen your ability to use the software without reliance upon tool tips. Passing the AutoCAD Certified User Exam establishes that you have a basic aptitude in AutoCAD. This credential can be added to job applications and your resume to help you stand out from the crowd. Once you pass the Certified User Exam you can continue your journey and begin working toward the next level of certification.

Book Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2020

Download or read book Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2020 written by Shawna Lockhart and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2019-06 with total page 704 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2020 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 you through all the important commands and techniques in AutoCAD 2020, 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 you are asked to apply what you've learned by completing sequences on your own. A carefully developed pedagogy reinforces this cumulative-learning approach and supports you in becoming a skilled AutoCAD user. Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2020 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 list 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.

Book Autodesk AutoCAD 2019 and Inventor 2019 Tutorial

Download or read book Autodesk AutoCAD 2019 and Inventor 2019 Tutorial written by Tutorial Books and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-07-15 with total page 564 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Autodesk AutoCAD 2019 and Inventor 2019 Tutorial will help you to learn the basics of Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor. It is very concise and has real-world examples that help you to learn AutoCAD and Inventor. The first part of this book covers AutoCAD basics in a step-by-step manner. Each command has a brief explanation and an example. After completing the first part, you will be good at creating 2D drawings, modifying drawings, dimensions and annotations, blocks and external references, layouts and printing, and 3D basics. The second part of this book covers Inventor basics. A brief explanation about the user interface is followed by tutorials covering the basics of Part Modeling, Assembly design, and Drafting. The later chapters cover some additional part modeling tools, sheet metal modeling, top-down assembly design, assembly joints, drawing annotations, and model based dimensions.

Book AutoCAD 2019

Download or read book AutoCAD 2019 written by and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD 2019: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook is designed for instructor-led courses as well as for self-paced learning. It is intended to help engineers, designers, and CAD operators interested in learning AutoCAD for creating engineering and architectural 2D drawings as well as 3D Models. This textbook is a great help for new AutoCAD users and a great teaching aid in a classroom setting. This textbook consists of 13 chapters, total 554 pages covering major workspaces of AutoCAD such as Drafting & Annotation and 3D Modeling. This textbook teaches you how to use AutoCAD software to create, edit, plot, and manage real world engineering and architectural 2D drawings as well as 3D Models. This textbook not only focuses on the usage of the tools/commands of AutoCAD but also on the concept of design. Every chapter of this book contains tutorials that instruct users step-by-step how to create mechanical designs and drawings with ease. Moreover, every chapter ends with hands-on test drives that allow the users of this textbook to experience themselves the ease-of-use and powerful capabilities of AutoCAD.

Book Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2019

Download or read book Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2019 written by Daniel John Stine and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2018 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2019 is an introductory level tutorial which uses residential design exercises as the means to teach you AutoCAD 2019. Each book comes with access to extensive video instruction in which the author explains the most common tools and techniques used when designing residential buildings using AutoCAD 2019. After completing this book you will have a well-rounded knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting that can be used in the industry and the satisfaction of having completed a set of residential drawings. This textbook starts with a basic introduction to AutoCAD 2019. The first three chapters are intended to get you familiar with the user interface and the most common menus and tools. Throughout the rest of the book you will design a residence through to its completion. Using step-by-step tutorial lessons, the residential project is followed through to create elevations, sections, details, etc. Throughout the project, new AutoCAD commands are covered at the appropriate time. Focus is placed on the most essential parts of a command rather than an exhaustive review of every sub-feature of a particular command. The Appendix contains a bonus section covering the fundamental principles of engineering graphics that relate to architecture. This book also comes with extensive video instruction as well as bonus chapters that cover must know commands, sketching exercises, a roof study workbook and much more.

Book Technical Drawing 101 with AutoCAD 2019

Download or read book Technical Drawing 101 with AutoCAD 2019 written by Ashleigh Fuller and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2018-06-29 with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technical Drawing 101 covers topics ranging from the most basic, such as making freehand, multiview sketches of machine parts, to the advanced—creating an AutoCAD dimension style containing the style settings defined by the ASME Y14.5-2009 Dimensioning and Tolerancing standard. But unlike the massive technical drawing reference texts on the market, Technical Drawing 101 aims to present just the right mix of information and projects that can be reasonably covered by faculty, and assimilated by students, in one semester. Both mechanical and architectural projects are introduced to capture the interest of more students and to offer a broader appeal. The authors have also created extensive video training (120 videos, 15 hours total) that is included with every copy of the book. In these videos the authors start off by getting students comfortable with the user interface and demonstrating how to use many of AutoCAD's commands and features. The videos progress to more advanced topics where the authors walk students through completing several of the projects in the book. The CAD portion of the text incorporates drafting theory whenever possible and covers the basics of drawing setup (units, limits, and layers), the tools of the Draw, Modify, and Dimension toolbars, and the fundamentals of 3D modeling. By focusing on the fundamental building blocks of CAD, Technical Drawing 101 provides a solid foundation for students going on to learn advanced CAD concepts and techniques (paper space, viewports, xrefs, annotative scaling, etc.) in intermediate CAD courses. In recognition of the diverse career interests of our students, Technical Drawing 101 includes projects in which students create working drawings for a mechanical assembly as well as for an architectural project. We include architectural drawing because our experience has shown that many (if not most) first-semester drafting students are interested in careers in the architectural design field, and that a traditional technical drawing text, which focuses solely on mechanical drawing projects, holds little interest for these students. The multidisciplinary approach of this text and its supporting materials are intended to broaden the appeal of the curriculum and increase student interest and, it is hoped, future enrollments.