Synopses & Reviews
AutoCAD and Its Applications - Comprehensive 2014 is a useful tool for both classroom instruction and independent study. The heavily illustrated text not only tells you how to use AutoCAD, it also shows you how to use AutoCAD. In addition to teaching AutoCAD, this text serves as a valuable resource once you begin a career in the drafting and design industry. Whether you are learning AutoCAD for the first time or updating your skills, this book is a must.
AutoCAD and Its Applications - Comprehensive 2014 combines two books into one. The Basics portion provides complete instruction in 2D drafting and AutoCAD tools. It features complete coverage of AutoCAD drawing and editing commands and additional topics, including dimensioning, parametric drafting, hatching techniques, dynamic blocks, layouts and plotting annotative objects, external references, and sheet sets. The Advanced portion provides detailed coverage of 3D modeling, including solid, surface, and mesh modeling. Thorough coverage of visual styles (shading), materials, lighting, rendering, and animation is also provided.
Synopsis
The
Comprehensive edition of
AutoCAD and Its Applications combines the complete contents of the
Basics and
Advanced editions to provide flexibility in course design and teaching approaches. This package provides a complete program for teaching introductory and second-tier AutoCAD courses.
AutoCAD and Its Applications Supports STEM
- Basic math, geometry, and algebra principles
- Creating and reading engineering drawings
- Measurement and precision
- Number systems
- Computer-aided drafting principles
- Design process
- Problem solving
Synopsis
The Comprehensive edition of AutoCAD and Its Applications combines the complete contents of the Basics and Advanced editions to provide flexibility in course design and teaching approaches. This package provides a complete program for teaching introductory and second-tier AutoCAD courses.
· The Companion Website provides access to content for both the Basics and Advanced editions, including more than 400 step-by-step exercises, supplemental chapter content, reference material, and industry-standard drawing templates.
· Teaching package includes the Companion Website, Instructor’s Resource CD, and ExamView Assessment Suite.