Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2013 written by Elliot Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2012-07-26 with total page 750 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides step-by-step instruction, examples, and explanations relating to the core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in architecture, engineering and design.

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 Up and Running with AutoCAD 2011 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2010-09-27 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD 2011 provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of AutoCAD. The text strips away complexities, both real and perceived, and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts. It 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 and is not important and widely used in practice, 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. Strips away complexities, both real and perceived and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts Explains "why" something is done, not just "how": the theory behind each concept or command is discussed prior to engaging AutoCAD, so the student has a clear idea of what they are attempting to do All basic commands are documented step-by-step: what the student types in and how AutoCAD responds is spelled out in discrete and clear steps with numerous screen shots Extensive supporting graphics (screen shots) and a summary with a self-test section and topic specific drawing exercises are included at the end of each chapter. Additional practice is gained through projects that the students work on as they progress through the chapters Also available in a comprehensive volume that includes coverage of 3D drawing and modeling in AutoCad. ISBN for comprehensive volume is 978-0-12-375717-3

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2019 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-08-02 with total page 614 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD 2019: 2D Drafting and Design focuses on 2D drafting and design, making it more appropriate for a one-semester course. The book provides step-by-step instruction, examples and insightful explanations. From the beginning, the book emphasizes core concepts and the practical application of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom. Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand, basic concepts Teaches the essentials of operating AutoCAD first, immediately building student confidence Documents commands in a step-by-step explanation, including what the student needs to type in and how AutoCAD responds Includes new exercises and projects for the AutoCAD 2019 version Offers online bonus content on AutoCAD 3D basics

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2018 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2017-08-11 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD 2018: 2D Drafting and Design provides a combination of step-by-step instruction, examples and insightful explanations on the topic. It emphasizes core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor who presents topics that work in the industry and classroom. The book has been pared down to focus on 2D drafting and design, making it appropriate for a one-semester course. Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to basic, easy-to-understand concepts Teaches the essentials of operating AutoCAD first, immediately building student confidence Documents all basic commands, giving the student what they need to type in and how AutoCAD responds Includes new exercises and projects for the AutoCAD 2018 version Offers online bonus content on AutoCAD 3D basics

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2017 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2016-08-18 with total page 777 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD 2017: 2D and 3D Drawing and Modeling presents Gindis’ combination of step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture, and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom. Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts Teaches only what is essential in operating AutoCAD, thereby immediately building student confidence Fully covers the essentials of both 2D and 3D in one affordable easy to read volume Presents basic commands in a documented, step-by-step guide on what to type in and how AutoCAD responds Includes several complementary video lectures by the author that accompany both 2D and 3D sections

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2016 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2015-07-11 with total page 731 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get up and running with AutoCAD using Gindis’ combination of step-by-step instruction, examples and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture, and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom. Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts. Fully covers the essentials of both 2D and 3D in one affordable easy to read volume All basic commands are documented step-by-step: 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. Companion website with full series of video lectures that follow all 30 chapters New to Up and Running with AutoCAD 2016: New end-of-chapter exercises, with a special focus on Level II and III (3D) sections Addition of several new civil engineering drawing examples to address that special interest of users An expanded and clarified treatment of Materials and Rendering (Chapter 30) New Appendix titled "3D Printing Technologies" to address this growing technology field

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 Up and Running with AutoCAD 2014 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2013-07-24 with total page 787 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using Gindis’s combination of step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in architecture, engineering and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom. 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; what the student needs to type in and how AutoCAD responds is spelled out in discrete and clear steps with screen shots added as needed New to this edition: New and improved features include better integration with the AutoCAD certification exams, new Spotlight On sections, an expanded appendix, and more content on programming 3D portion of the book has been expanded and improved, with new exercises, new features and a redone section on rendering All discussions and screen shots have been updated for the current release of AutoCAD

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2013 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2012-12-31 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with Autocad® 2013 started out as a set of classroom notes that outlined, in an easy to understand manner, exactly how AutoCAD is used and applied, in contrast to theoretical musings or clinical descriptions of the commands as found in other books. This book attempts to use experience and top-level knowledge to sort out what is important and what is secondary, and to explain the essentials in plain language. This volume comprises 20 chapters, beginning with the AutoCAD fundamentals. The following chapters then focus on layers, colors, linetypes, and properties; text, Mtext, editing, and style; and hatch patterns; dimensions; blocks, Wblocks, dynamic blocks, groups, and purge. Other chapters cover polar, rectangular, and path arrays; basic printing and output; advanced linework; options, shortcuts, CUI, design center, and express tools; advanced design and file management tools; advanced output and pen settings; and isometric drawing. Each chapter in the book ends with a summary and some review questions to aid the reader in retaining essential concepts. This book will be of interest to engineers, architects, and industrial designers.

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2015 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2014-07-04 with total page 842 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using Gindis’ combination of step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in architecture, engineering, and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom. All basic commands are documented step-by-step: what the student inputs and how AutoCAD responds is spelled out in discrete and clear steps with numerous screen shots Extensive supporting graphics and a summary with a self-test section and topic specific drawing exercises are included at the end of each chapter Fully covers the essentials of both 2D and 3D in one easy-to-read volume New to this Edition: More end-of-chapter exercises from both architecture and engineering disciplines provide practice in applying newly acquired AutoCAD skills All discussions and screen shots updated for the current release of AutoCAD An expanded appendix that discusses the future of AutoCAD, computer aided design and other topics A companion website containing video lectures for each chapter for additional instruction and to make the material easy to follow. Visit www.vtcdesign.com

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2022 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-08-14 with total page 865 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD 2022: 2D and 3D Drawing, Design and Modeling presents a combination of step-by-step instruction, examples and insightful explanations. The book emphasizes core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study or as a professional reference, the book is written by a long-time AutoCAD professor and instructor with the user in mind. Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand, basic concepts Teaches the essentials of operating AutoCAD that build student confidence Documents commands with step-by-step explanations, including what the student needs to type in and how AutoCAD responds Combines 2D and 3D content in one affordable volume Includes new exercises and projects

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2020 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2019-07-16 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD 2020 uses a combination of step-by-step instruction, examples and insightful explanations to emphasize core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture, and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a reference, the book is written with the user in mind by long-time professional AutoCAD instructors based on what works in the industry and the classroom. The book focuses on 2D drafting and design, making it more appropriate for a one-semester course. Strips away complexities and reduces learning AutoCAD to easy-to-understand concepts Teaches the essentials of AutoCAD first, immediately building student confidence Provides all basic commands documented step-by-step: What the student inputs and how AutoCAD responds is spelled out in discrete and clear steps with numerous screenshots Presents extensive supporting graphics and a summary with a self-test section and topic specific drawing exercises at the end of each chapter Covers the essentials of 2D AutoCAD, updated for the 2020 release

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2012 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2011-08-30 with total page 755 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gindis introduces AutoCAD with step by step instructions, stripping away complexities to begin working in AutoCAD immediately. All concepts are explained first in theory, and then shown in practice, helping the reader understand what it is they are doing and why, before they do it. Divided into three parts, the book covers beginning through advanced AutoCAD, including 3D features. Also included is an extensive Appendix for each part, detailing additional useful CAD-related information not often found in other text books.The book contains supporting graphics (screen shots) and a summary with a self-test section at the end of each chapter. Also included are drawing examples and exercises, and two running “projects that the student works on as he/she progresses through the chapters. 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 Up and Running with AutoCAD 2012 written by Elliot Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2011-07-28 with total page 549 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Throughout the book, the following methods are used to present material: - Explain the new concept or command and why it is important. - Cover the command step by step (if needed), with your input and AutoCAD responses shown so you can follow and learn them. - Give you a chance to apply just-learned knowledge to a real-life exercise, drawing, or model. - Test yourself with end-of-chapter quizzes and drawing exercises that ask questions about the essential knowledge"--

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2010 written by Elliot J. Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2009-11-16 with total page 519 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD 2010 introduces AutoCAD with step-by-step instructions, stripping away complexities to begin working in AutoCAD immediately. All concepts are explained first in theory, and then shown in practice, helping the reader understand what it is they are doing and why before they do it. The book contains supporting graphics (screen shots) and a summary with a self-test section at the end of each chapter. Also included are drawing examples and exercises, and two running projects that the reader works on as they progresses through the chapters. The book provides extensive use of screen shots, chapter summaries, and a self-test section at the end of each chapter. Each chapter features a Spotlight On... section, highlighting the use of AutoCAD in various industries. This text is designed for beginners and intermediate users of AutoCAD; architectural engineers, drafting, civil/construction engineers, mechanical engineers; and students taking drafting/engineering drawing courses in engineering and engineering technology programs. Strips away complexities, both real and perceived, and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts; using the author's extensive multi-industry knowledge of what is widely used in practice, the material is presented by immediately immersing the reader in practical, critically essential knowledge Explains the why and how of AutoCAD commands: all concepts are explained first in theory and then covered in step-by-step detail Extensive use of screen shots, chapter summaries, and a self-test section at the end of each chapter Includes drawing examples and exercises, and two running projects that the reader works on as he/she progresses through the chapters Each chapter features a "Spotlight On..." section, highlighting the use of AutoCAD in various industries Fully updated for AutoCAD 2010 release, including introduction of the ribbon menu structure in chapter 1

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2012 written by Elliot Gindis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2011-07-28 with total page 755 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide strips away complexities, both real and perceived, and presents AutoCAD with easy-to-understand basic concepts. It explains the why and how of AutoCAD commands and documents basic commands with step-by-step instructions.