Practical AutoCAD 2008

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Practical AutoCAD® 2008 provides the fundamentals of 2D AutoCAD using a succinct, easy-to-follow approach. Commands are explained and followed by an example that allows learners to apply their knowledge. Exercises provide opportunities for learners to develop their skills by using a variety of commands and AutoCAD features. Large illustrations and clearly labeled features, icons, and components provide a comprehensive learning experience. A set of architectural and mechanical plans are developed in phases throughout the textbook exercises. (389pp. 300 illustrations, Softcover)

Practical AutoCAD provides:

• Detailed illustrations with authentic screen captures and AutoCAD drawings
• Tutorial Videos demonstrating key AutoCAD commands and features on the included CD-ROM
• Numerous examples throughout the text for immediate reinforcement of topics
• Chapter exercises allowing students to apply knowledge of AutoCAD commands and features
• Command Reference Boxes throughout the text that provide a quick and easy reference for using AutoCAD commands
• Objectives at the beginning of each chapter
• Mechanical and architectural projects for developing professional drawings to use in portfolios

Contents include:

• Introduction to AutoCAD
• Screen Graphics
• Drawing Setup
• Command Entry and Getting Help
• Coordinate Input
• Basic Drawing Commands
• Layers
• Screen Display and Zooming
• Object Snap and Polar Tracking
• Object Selection and Basic Editing Commands
• Object Properties and Inquiry Commands
• Advanced Drawing and Editing Commands
• Adding Text
• Drawing Templates and Title Blocks
• Basic Dimensioning
• Advanced Dimensioning and Dimension Editing
• Hatching
• Model Space Plotting
• Plotting Paper Space Layouts
• Appendix
• Glossary
• Index

Included with the text is a CD-ROM which features:

• Quick Quizzes™
• Illustrated Glossary
• Examples
• Exercises
• Drawing Files
• Tutorial Videos
• Configuring AutoCAD
• Dictionary of Architectural Abbreviations
• ATPeResources.com