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Synopsis
Each year, Mastering AutoCAD appears at the top of the AutoCAD book sales charts, and it is the world's all-time best-selling AutoCAD series, with more than a half million copies in print. Mastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT teaches AutoCAD essentials using concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects for both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. This detailed resource works as both a tutorial and stand-alone reference. Part I introduces the basics of the interface and drafting tools; Part II moves into such intermediate skills as effectively using hatches, fields, and tables; Part III details such advanced skills as attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves and solid fills; Part IV explores 3D modeling and imaging; and Part V discusses customization and integration. The supporting website includes all the project files necessary for the tutorials and other bonus content.
Synopsis
Master New Skills in AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT with this Best-Selling Guide
Every year, Mastering AutoCAD appears at the top of the AutoCAD book sales charts because of the comprehensive instruction and concise explanations found within. The expert authors the newest edition continue that tradition of excellence in Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021, the leading reference and tutorial offering a thorough treatment of AutoCAD tools, functions, and techniques. You'll learn the most straightforward ways to tackle design tasks with the accompanying real-world examples, downloadable project files, and step-by-step instructions.
The book covers CAD interface basics, drafting tools, how to use hatches, fields, and tables, and advanced skills like attributes, dynamic bocks, drawing curves, and solid fills. It also helps you prepare for Autodesk AutoCAD certification.
Coverage includes:
- Creating and developing AutoCAD drawings
- Drawing curves and applying solid fills
- Effectively using hatches, fields, and tables
- Manipulating dynamic blocks and attributes
- Applying 3D modeling and imaging techniques
- Customizing and integrating your AutoCAD software
- Mastering interface basics and drafting tools
- Organizing objects with blocks and groups
- Selecting objects and editing with grips
- Displaying object properties
- Design a Wide Variety of Architectural Projects
- Effectively use Hatches, Tables, and Fields
- Use 3D Modeling and Imaging
- Configure Default Template Settings and Custom Styles
- Prepare for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certification Exams
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Give life to your designs and keep your CAD skills fresh with Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and Mastering AutoCAD LT 2021
AutoCAD continues to be the tool of choice for architects, project managers, engineers, city planners, and other design professionals, and when the industry experts need to learn the latest CAD techniques and trends, they turn to Mastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. Packed with real-world examples, straightforward instructions, and downloadable project files, this edition of this bestselling AutoCAD reference has been fully updated for the latest features from the 2021 version of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. From getting familiar with the interface to preparing for Autodesk AutoCAD certification, Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021 gives CAD professionals command of the software's core functions and complex capabilities.
- Develop AutoCAD drawings from concept to creation
- Use hatches, fields, and tables
- Work with dynamic blocks, attributes, drawing curves, and solid fills
- Apply 3D modeling and imaging techniques
- Customize your interface and configure template settings and styles
- Get ready for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certification exam
Whether you're seeking on-the-job certification or just looking to dream big and draw, Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021 is the ultimate guide to all things AutoCAD.