Download or read book Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2025 written by Shawna Lockhart and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 701 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Covers 2D drawing and 3D modeling • Uses step-by-step tutorials and written for novice users • Organization that parallels an introductory engineering course • Mechanical, electrical, civil, and architectural based end of chapter problems • Prepares you for the AutoCAD Certification Exam • This edition includes all new videos with greater coverage of AutoCAD's tools and features Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2025 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 2025, 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 2025 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. AutoCAD Video Tutorials This textbook includes access to videos that are designed to help you get started using the most common tools in AutoCAD. These tutorials complement the textbook content by providing a practical, hands-on approach to understanding the basics of AutoCAD. These videos parallel the tutorials in the book and serve as an excellent starting point for learners who prefer to see the tools in action, reinforcing the written instructions and deepening your understanding of AutoCAD’s essential functionalities. Although these videos do not encompass the entire scope of the textbook, they offer a comprehensive overview of the basics, facilitating a strong foundational knowledge. In this edition, we've significantly expanded our video resources to encompass a broader range of AutoCAD's tools, features, commands, and functionalities.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2025 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling written by Randy Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Designed for users who want to learn 3D modeling using AutoCAD 2025 • Uses step-by-step tutorials that progress with each chapter • Learn to create wireframe models, 3D surface models, 3D solid models, multiview drawings and 3D renderings The primary goal of AutoCAD 2025 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling is to introduce the aspects of computer based three dimensional modeling. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for both students and professionals. The chapters in this book cover AutoCAD 2025 and proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing 3D wire frame models, 3D surface models, and 3D solid models to making multiview drawings and rendering images. The text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important 3D modeling techniques and concepts. This book contains a series of twelve tutorial style chapters designed to introduce CAD users to 3D modeling with AutoCAD 2025. Users upgrading from a previous release of the AutoCAD software will also find this text helpful. The basic premise of this book is that the more 3D designs you create using AutoCAD 2025 the better you learn the software. With this in mind each tutorial introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous chapters. By going through this book you will establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2025 3D Modeling written by Munir Hamad and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2024-08-22 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides new and seasoned users with step-by-step procedures on creating and modifying 3D models, working with cameras and lights, assigning materials to objects, rendering, and printing. Unlike many AutoCAD competitors, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad tools for this popular application. Use the companion CD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures including color. AutoCAD 2025 3DModeling includes 50 “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of full projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2025.

Download or read book Engineering Graphics Essentials with AutoCAD 2025 Instruction written by Kirstie Plantenberg and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 951 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Covers both engineering graphics and AutoCAD 2025 • Each book includes videos, audio lectures, interactive quizzes and more • Numerous exercises are used throughout the book to reinforce key concepts • Includes hand sketching exercises • Features extensive video instruction where the author guides you through every AutoCAD lesson in the book Engineering Graphics Essentials with AutoCAD 2025 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 covers the main topics of engineering graphics, including tolerancing and fasteners, while also teaching students the fundamentals of AutoCAD 2025. This book features independent learning material 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 independent learning material allows students to go through the topics of the book independently. The main content of the material 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 students to go through the instructor led and in-class student exercises found in the book on their own. Video tutorials of every AutoCAD lesson in the book, as well as selected problems from the book, are included to supplement the learning process. Multimedia Content • AutoCAD video tutorials of every lesson in the book (includes closed captioning) • Videos demonstrating how to solve selected problems (includes closed captioning) • Summary pages with audio lectures (includes closed captioning) • Interactive exercises and puzzles • Supplemental problems and solutions • Tutorial starter files

Download or read book AutoCAD 2025 A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users written by Sandeep Dogra and published by CADArtifex. This book was released on with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD 2025: 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 to create 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. The textbook consists of 13 chapters, and a total of 550 pages covering major workspaces of AutoCAD such as Drafting & Annotation and 3D Modeling, teaching 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 the concept of design. Every chapter of this textbook contains tutorials that provide users with step-by-step instructions on how to easily create mechanical designs and drawings. Moreover, every chapter ends with hands-on test drives allowing users to experience AutoCAD's user-friendly and powerful capabilities. 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

Download or read book Introduction to AutoCAD 2025 for Civil Engineering Applications written by Nighat Yasmin and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 873 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Combines the theory of engineering graphics and the use of AutoCAD 2025 • Designed specifically for civil engineering students • Uses clearly defined objectives and step-by-step instructions • This edition features new and updated examples throughout the book There is an old saying that an engineer describes every idea with a drawing. With the advances in computer technology and drawing software, it has never been easier, or more important, to learn computer aided design. To be effective, however, a drawing must accurately convey your intended meaning and that requires more than just knowing how to use software. This book provides you with a clear presentation of the theory of engineering graphics and the use of AutoCAD 2025 as they pertain to civil engineering applications. This combination of theory and its practical application will give you the knowledge and skills necessary to create designs that are accurate and easily understood by others. Book Organization Each chapter starts with a bulleted list of chapter objectives followed by an introduction. This provides you with a general overview of the material that will be covered in the chapter. The contents of each chapter are organized into well-defined sections that contain step-by-step instructions and illustrations to help you learn to use the various AutoCAD commands. More importantly, you will also learn how and why you would use these tools in real world projects. This book has been categorized into 14 parts: • Introduction to AutoCAD 2025 ribbon interface (1-4) • AutoCAD and annotative objects (5) • AutoCAD and locks, layers, layouts, and template files (6-8) • Dimensions and tolerance using AutoCAD 2025 (9-10) • Use of AutoCAD in land survey data plotting (11-12) • The use of AutoCAD in hydrology (13-14) • Transportation engineering and AutoCAD (15-16) • AutoCAD and architecture technology (17-19) • Introduction to working drawings (20) • Plotting from AutoCAD (21) • External Reference Files - Xref (22) • Suggested drawing problems (23-24) • Bibliography (25) • Index (26)

Download or read book AutoCAD 2025 Instructor written by James Leach and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 1265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • In depth coverage of AutoCAD’s commands and features • Chapters are structured around related commands • Starts with fundamental commands and progresses to more specialized applications • An ideal reference guide for users at all levels • Well suited for a two or three course sequence • Includes introductory videos and bonus chapters on dynamic blocks and express tools • This edition includes all new videos with greater coverage of AutoCAD's tools and features This book is your AutoCAD 2025 Instructor. The objective of this book is to provide you with extensive knowledge of AutoCAD, whether you are taking an instructor-led course or learning on your own. AutoCAD 2025 Instructor maintains the pedagogy and in-depth coverage that have always been the hallmark of the Leach texts. As the top-selling university textbook for more than a decade, the AutoCAD Instructor series continues to deliver broad coverage of AutoCAD in a structured, easy-to-comprehend manner. AutoCAD 2025 Instructor is command-oriented, just like AutoCAD. Chapters are structured around related commands, similar to the organization of AutoCAD’s menu system. The sequence of chapters starts with fundamental drawing commands and skills and then progresses to more elaborate procedures and specialized applications. The writing style introduces small pieces of information explained in simple form, and then builds on that knowledge to deliver more complex drawing strategies, requiring a synthesis of earlier concepts. Over 2000 figures illustrate the commands, features, and ideas. AutoCAD 2025 Instructor is an ideal reference guide, unlike tutorial-oriented books where specific information is hard to relocate. Because these chapters focus on related commands, and complete coverage for each command is given in one place, the commands, procedures, and applications are easy to reference. Tabbed pages help locate tables, lists, appendices, and the comprehensive index. What makes this book unique? • In depth coverage of AutoCAD 2025 commands and features • Command Tables indicate where to locate and how to start each command • TIP markers in the margin provide important tips, notes, reminders, and short-cuts • Complete chapter exercises with many multi-chapter “REUSE” problems • Well suited for a two or three course sequence Online Resources Your purchase of AutoCAD 2025 Instructor includes two free exclusive bonus chapters and introductory videos that are available by redeeming the unique access code found on the inside of the front cover. These bonus chapters cover dynamic blocks and express tools. Video Tutorials This textbook includes access to videos that are designed to help you get started using the most common tools in AutoCAD. These tutorials complement the textbook content by providing a practical, hands-on approach to understanding the basics of AutoCAD. They serve as an excellent starting point for learners who prefer to see the tools in action, reinforcing the written instructions and deepening your understanding of AutoCAD’s essential functionalities. Although these videos do not encompass the entire scope of the textbook, they offer a comprehensive overview of the basics, facilitating a strong foundational knowledge. In this edition, we've significantly expanded our video resources to encompass a broader range of AutoCAD's tools, features, commands, and functionalities.

Download or read book Up and Running with AutoCAD 2025 written by Robert C. Kaebisch and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2024-05-31 with total page 865 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Up and Running with AutoCAD® 2025: 2D and 3D Drawing, Design and Modeling presents a combination of step-by-step instructions, 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

Download or read book AutoCAD 2025 Best Practices Tips and Techniques written by Jeanne Aarhus and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2024-10-31 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make AutoCAD work for you with the help of a CAD productivity expert and master techniques that would take years to learn on your own in this part-color guide Key Features Discover new ways to use common commands to improve your productivity in AutoCAD Learn how to customize your AutoCAD environment to fit your workflow Automate routine tasks to streamline your AutoCAD processes Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionLearning AutoCAD can be overwhelming, and even years of experience might not uncover all that it has to offer. Internationally renowned CAD expert Jeanne Aarhus condenses her extensive experience of over 35 years into many manageable AutoCAD tips and techniques in this guide. Through engaging, easy-to-follow exercise illustrated with real-world examples, you’ll uncover insider knowledge to master AutoCAD’s features. This book provides insights into interface navigation, keyboard shortcuts, blocks, layers, annotation, dimensions, tables, and hidden commands that can significantly streamline your workflow. No matter your experience level, you’ll learn how to make AutoCAD work for you, not the other way around. You’ll also be able to leverage system variables that can affect how your AutoCAD responds. Aarhus guides you through specific commands and best practices to improve your understanding of AutoCAD’s features, helping you standardize your environment, with practical suggestions and customizations. By the end of this book, you’ll have transformed your daily use of AutoCAD with practical advice to apply new methods to improve your productivity.What you will learn Recognize hidden features in commonly used commands Explore innovative methods to make AutoCAD streamline your work for you Complete AutoCAD tasks in fewer steps using dynamic blocks and customizations Gain insider tips from AutoCAD veterans and gurus, saving you years of trial and error Use underutilized features of AutoCAD such as tables for data import and export Control how AutoCAD responds to your daily workflow and real-world environment Who this book is for If you are an intermediate user with a solid understanding of AutoCAD basics and want to become the go-to person in your organization, this book is for you. Whether you’re a designer, engineer, or CAD manager, this book offers valuable insights to elevate your AutoCAD skills to a level typically attained after years of experience.

Download or read book Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 Fundamentals written by Elise Moss and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 791 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 Fundamentals is designed to be used during instructor led training in an eight week course. It is an introductory level textbook intended for new AutoCAD 2025 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 2025 but also provides the skills to use AutoCAD as a tool to work proficiently as a drafter or designer.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2022 3D Modeling written by Munir Hamad and published by Mercury Learning and Information. This book was released on 2021-04-26 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides new and seasoned users with step-by-step procedures on creating and modifying 3D models, working with cameras and lights, assigning materials to objects, rendering, and printing. Unlike many AutoCAD competitors, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad tools for this popular application. Use the companion CD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book's figures including color. AutoCAD 2022 3D Modeling includes 50 "mini-workshops," that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of full projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2022. FEATURES: Provides new and seasoned users with step-by-step procedures on creating and modifying 3D models in both metric and imperial units Companion files can be used to set up in-text drawing exercises and projects and to see the book's figures in color

Download or read book AutoCAD 2025 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals written by Randy Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 491 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Designed for users new to CAD • Uses step-by-step tutorials to teach you 2D drawing using AutoCAD • Covers the performance tasks found on the AutoCAD 2025 Certified User Examination • Includes extensive video instruction The primary goal of AutoCAD 2025 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 2025 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 twelve tutorial style lessons designed to introduce beginning CAD users to AutoCAD 2025. 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 2025, 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 2025 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals is access to extensive video training. There are forty-six videos with more than five hours of training in total. This video training parallels the exercises found in the text and is 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 bring 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.

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.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2019 3D Modeling written by Munir Hamad and published by Stylus Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2018-04-25 with total page 435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides new and seasoned users with step-by-step procedures on creating and modifying 3D models, working with cameras and lights, assigning materials to objects, rendering, and printing. Unlike many AutoCAD competitors, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad tools for this popular application. Use the companion CD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures including color. AutoCAD 2019 3DModeling includes 50 “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of full projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2019. Features: • Covers 3D solid modeling, 3D surface modeling, working with cameras/lighting, rendering and imaging, dimensioning and drafting, and model interchange • Includes 50 “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of full projects (architectural and mechanical) • Provides new and seasoned users with step-by-step procedures on creating and modifying 3D models in both metric and imperial units • Companion disc can be used to set up in-text drawing exercises and projects and to see the book’s figures in color • Written by an AutoDesk® Approved Instructor and Certified AutoDesk AutoCAD Master The companion files include (files are also available for downloading from the publisher): --Drawing Exercises and Projects --Solutions to Exercises and Projects --All Images from the Text eBook Customers: Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at [email protected].

Download or read book Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2025 written by Daniel John Stine and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Designed for new users of AutoCAD 2025 • Project based tutorials design a house from start to finish using AutoCAD 2025 • Includes access to extensive video instruction • Bonus material covers must know commands, sketching exercises, a roof study workbook and more Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2025 is an introductory level tutorial which uses residential design exercises as the means to teach you AutoCAD 2025. 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 2025. 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 2025. 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. About the Videos Each book includes access to extensive video training created by author Daniel Stine. The videos make it easy to see the exact menu selections made by the author while he describes how and why each step is made making it straightforward and simple to learn AutoCAD. These videos allow you to become familiar with the menu selections and techniques before you begin the tutorial. By watching these videos you will be more confident in what you are doing and have a better understanding of the desired outcome of each lesson. The videos cover the following: • User Interface • Getting Started • Draw Tools • Modify Tools • Annotation • Floor Plans • Exterior Elevations • Sections • Interior Design • Plotting

Download or read book Principles and Practice An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2025 written by Randy H. Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on with total page 613 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Unifies engineering graphics with AutoCAD 2025 instruction into one book • Uses a tutorial style with numerous exercises and review questions • Designed for classroom use • Covers the AutoCAD Certified User Exam Principles and Practices An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2025 combines an introduction to AutoCAD 2025 with a comprehensive coverage of engineering graphics principles. By adopting this textbook, you will no longer need to adopt separate CAD and engineering graphics books for your course. Not only will this unified approach give your course a smoother flow, your students will also save money on their textbooks. What's more, the tutorial exercises in this text have been expanded to cover the performance tasks found on the AutoCAD 2025 Certified User Examination. The primary goal of Principles and Practices An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2025 is to introduce the aspects of engineering graphics with the use of modern Computer Aided Design/Drafting software - AutoCAD 2025. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals. The chapters in the text proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making complete sets of engineering drawings. This text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important concepts of Engineering Graphics, as well as in depth discussions of CAD techniques. This textbook contains a series of thirteen chapters, with detailed step-by-step tutorial-style lessons designed to introduce beginning CAD users to the graphic language used in all branches of technical industry. The CAD techniques and concepts discussed in the text are also designed to serve as the foundation to the more advanced parametric feature-based CAD packages, such as Autodesk Inventor. After completing this text your students will be prepared to pass the AutoCAD Certified User Examination. Certified User Reference Guides located at the front of the book and in each chapter show where these performance tasks are covered.

Download or read book AutoCAD 2021 3D Modelling written by Munir Hamad and published by Mercury Learning and Information. This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides new and seasoned users with step-by-step procedures on creating and modifying 3D models, working with cameras and lights, assigning materials to objects, rendering, and printing. Unlike many AutoCAD competitors, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad tools for this popular application. Use the companion CD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book's figures including color. AutoCAD 2021 3D Modelingincludes 50 "mini-workshops," that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of full projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2021. FEATURES * Provides new and seasoned users with step-by-step procedures on creating and modifying 3D models in both metric and imperial units * CD can be used to set up in-text drawing exercises and projects and to see the book's figures in color