Overview

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.

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Author:   Elliot J. Gindis (President, Vertical Technologies Consulting and Design, Palmdale, CA, USA) ,  Robert C. Kaebisch
Publisher:   Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
Imprint:   Academic Press Inc
Weight:   1.560kg
ISBN:  

9780128198629

ISBN 10:   0128198621
Pages:   592
Publication Date:   16 July 2019
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1. AutoCAD Fundamentals - Part I 2. AutoCAD Fundamentals - Part II Spotlight On: Architecture 3. Layers, Colors, Linetypes, and Properties 4. Text, Mtext, Editing, and Style 5. Hatch Patterns Spotlight On: Mechanical Engineering 6. Dimensions 7. Blocks, Wblocks, Dynamic Blocks, Groups, and Purge 8. Polar, Rectangular, and Path Arrays Spotlight On: Electrical Engineering 9. Basic Printing and Output 10. Advanced Output - Paper Space 11. Advanced Linework 12. Advanced Layers Spotlight On: Interior Design 13. Advanced Dimensions 14. Options, Shortcuts, CUI, Design Center, and Express Tools 15. Advanced Design and File Management Tools Spotlight On: Civil Engineering 16. Importing and Exporting Data 17. External References (Xrefs) 18. Attributes Spotlight On: Aerospace Engineering 19. Advanced Output and Pen Settings 20. Isometric Drawing 21. 3D Basics 22. Object Manipulation Spotlight On: Chemical Engineering 23. Boolean Operations and Primitives 24. Solid Modeling 25. Advanced Solids, Faces, and Edges Spotlight On: Biomedical Engineering 26. Surfaces and Meshes 27. Slicing, Sectioning, Layouts, and Vports 28. Advanced UCS, Views, Text, and Dimensions in 3D Spotlight On: Drafting, CAD Management, Teaching, and Consulting 29. Dview, Camera, Walk and Fly, Path Animation

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Elliot Gindis has used and taught AutoCAD in the New York City area since 1996, logging in well over 20,000 hours of screen time as a designer and consultant in a wide variety of architecture and engineering fields. From 1999 to 2008 he was on staff at the Pratt Institute of Design and as visiting instructor at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT). He is currently president of Vertical Technologies Consulting and Design, an AutoCAD training firm, and has advised, consulted, or assisted more than 60 companies nationwide in using and optimizing AutoCAD. Elliot is part of the AutoDesk Developers Network and is a Certified Technical Trainer. Robert Kaebisch is a professional licensed architect and instructor in the Construction Sciences Group: Architectural/Structural Engineering Technician Program at Gateway Technical College. He teaches a variety of courses including and related to: architecture, construction, residential design and code, commercial design and code, mechanical systems, conflict resolution in construction and building inspections. He teaches a variety of different software in those courses including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and MS-Office products.

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