Written for all levels, this book offers engaging, step-by-step tutorials and projects that clearly demonstrate and reinforce the real-world application of Autodesk Architectural Desktop (ADT) tools. Each ADT tool is introduced, followed by a thorough explanation of the options of the command and how it is used in the development of drawings. Users can expect to gain familiarity with ADT through the use of applications that involve the creation of floor plans, foundation plans, elevations, sections, details, and presentation drawings for a two-story residence, including a basement. Additional tutorials survey the techniques of creating architectural and structural drawings for commercial buildings. Coverage examines use of the Detail Component Manager and keynoting of details, as well as the newest features of sheet sets integrated into the Project Navigator for creating working drawings as a project progresses.

Features

• Completely updated to the new AutoCAD 2008 user interface and Vista, with command access tables for each new command that describe how to access the command from the menu bar, command line, tool palette, and shortcut menu.
• Effective techniques and tips for using the tool palettes, display representations, Content Browser, and the Project Navigator show how to increase drawing productivity.
• Step-by-step tutorials explain the development of roof dormers and custom applications of roof slabs and slabs.
• Features metric and Imperial tutorials with applications of space planning and mass modeling tools for residential and commercial buildings.
• Bonus independent projects at the end of each chapter provide additional hands-on practice opportunities that build skills and confidence in users.
• A back-of-book CD includes instructional video files on the use of commands and techniques as well as drawings and solutions set for each of the 65 step-by-step tutorials and 13 projects.