Perfect for both beginning and intermediate students.This text begins by presenting basic AutoCAD commands, providing beginning users with a strong introduction to the software, and providing experienced AutoCAD users with a brief review. The bulk of the text focuses on using AutoCAD to prepare architectural drawings using common architectural drafting conventions.

Features:

• Format similar to AutoCAD and its applications series
• Includes advanced topics such as 3D modeling, presentation drawings, and AutoCAD customization
• Full chapter devoted to new Dynamic Blocks feature.

• Introduction to Architectural Drafting with AutoCAD
• The AutoCAD Environment
• Drawing Basics
• Creating Accurate Drawings
• Layer Management
• Basic Editing Commands
• Grip Editing
• Placing Text on Drawings
• Creating Symbols
• Dynamic Blocks
• Symbol Libraries, Design Center, and Tool Palettes
• Drawing Setup
• Preliminary Design
• Interior Planning
• Drawing Site Plans
• Dimensioning and Dimension Styles
• Drawing Floor Plans
• Using External References
• Working with Layouts and Sheet Sets
• Drawing Foundation Plans
• Drawing Elevations
• Drawing Sections and Details
• Creating Attributes and Interactive Symbols
• Creating Schedules
• Drawing Framing Plans and Roof Plans
• Drawing Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC Plans
• Plotting
• 3D Modeling
• Presentation Drawings
• Customizing AutoCAD