Mastering AutoCAD 2018 and AutoCAD LT 2018

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Author:

Omura, George, author.

ISBN:

9781119414179

9781119386797

Personal Author:

Omura, George, author.

Physical Description:

1 online resource : illustrations

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

The Basics. Exploring the Interface -- Creating Your First Drawing -- Setting Up and Using the Drafting Tools -- Organizing Objects with Blocks and Groups -- Keeping Track of Layers and Blocks -- Mastering Intermediate Skills. Editing and Reusing Data to Work Efficiently -- Mastering Viewing Tools, Hatches, and External References -- Introducing Printing, Plotting, and Layouts -- Adding Text to Drawings -- Using Fields and Tables -- Using Dimensions -- Mastering Advanced Skills. Using Attributes -- Copying Existing Drawings from Other Sources -- Advanced Editing and Organizing -- Laying Out Your Printer Output -- Making "Smart" Drawings with Parametric Tools -- Using Dynamic Blocks -- Drawing Curves -- Getting and Exchanging Data from Drawings -- 3D Modeling and Imaging. Creating 3D Drawings -- Using Advanced 3D Features -- Editing and Visualizing 3D Solids -- Exploring 3D Mesh and Surface Modeling -- Customization and Integration. Customizing Toolbars, Menus, Linetypes, and Hatch Patterns -- Managing and Sharing Your Drawings -- The Autodesk AutoCAD 2018 Certification.

Abstract:

With hands-on projects that teach you practical skills that apply directly to real-world projects, this expert guide offers step-by-step instructions coupled with concise explanations to walk you through everything you need to know about the latest AutoCAD tools and techniques. -- Edited summary from book.

Title Subject:

AutoCAD.

Added Author:

Benton, Brian C.,

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Summary

30th Anniversary of the bestselling AutoCAD reference - fully updated for the 2018 release

Mastering AutoCAD 2018 and AutoCAD LT 2018 is the complete tutorial and reference every design and drafting professional needs. Step-by-step instructions coupled with concise explanation walk you through everything you need to know about the latest AutoCAD tools and techniques; read through from beginning to end for complete training, or dip in as needed to for quick reference--it's all here.

Hands-on projects teach you practical skills that apply directly to real-world projects, and the companion website features the accompanying project files and other bonus content to help you master every crucial technique. This new edition has been updated to include the latest AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT capabilities, so your skills will transfer directly to real-world projects. With expert guidance and a practical focus, this complete reference is your ultimate resource for mastering this powerful software.

AutoCAD is a critical skill in the design fields; whether you're preparing for a certification exam, or just want to become more productive with the software, this book will help you:

Master the basic drafting tools that you'll use in every project Work with hatches, fields, tables, attributes, dynamic blocks, and other intermediate tools Turn your 2D drawing into a 3D model with advanced modeling and imaging techniques Customize AutoCAD to fit the way you work, integrate outside data, and much more

If you're new to AutoCAD, this book will be your "bible;" if you're an experienced user, this book will introduce you to unfamiliar tools and techniques, and show you tips and tricks that streamline your workflow.