Mastering AutoCAD 2011 and AutoCAD LT 2011

Mastering AutoCAD 2011 and AutoCAD LT 2011

by George Omura (Author)

Synopsis

Go beyond AutoCAD essentials to create amazing 2D and 3D technical drawings

AutoCADis the leading drawing software used by design and drafting professionals to create 2D and 3D technical drawings. Mastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT guides you through AutoCAD essentials using concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects for both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT.

You'll understand the basics of the interface and drafting tools, as well as how to effectively use hatches, fields, and tables.

  • Details attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves, and solid fills, as well as exploring 3D modeling and imaging
  • Explores the fully revised 3D rendering features and the new 3D Surface modeling tools
  • Covers the new 2D features like the updated Hatch tools, object transparency and Isolate/Hide objects
  • Discusses customization and integration, as well as useful tools and utilities
  • Includes a searchable PDF of the entire book, a trial version of AutoCAD, and before-and-after tutorial files

Accompanied by a DVD with more than a dozen video tutorials, this book will help you master AutoCAD and bring your technical drawings to life.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 1248
Edition: Pap/Dvdr
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 28 May 2010

ISBN 10: 0470621974
ISBN 13: 9780470621974

Author Bio

George Omura is a licensed architect and Autodesk Authorized Author who has more than 30 years of experience in architecture and has been using AutoCAD for more than 20 years. He has worked on design projects ranging from resort hotels to metropolitan transit systems to the San Francisco Library project. He is the all-time bestselling AutoCAD author and was cited as favorite CAD author by members of the Autodesk User Group International (AUGI) in AUGIWorld magazine's Best of Everything CAD issue.