Up and Running with AutoCAD 2015: 2D and 3D Drawing and Modeling - Softcover

Elliot Gindis

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0128009543 ISBN 13: 9780128009543

Publisher: Academic Press Inc, 2014

Synopsis

Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using Gindis' combination of step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in architecture, engineering, and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom. * All basic commands are documented step-by-step: what the student inputs and how AutoCAD responds is spelled out in discrete and clear steps with numerous screen shots * Extensive supporting graphics and a summary with a self-test section and topic specific drawing exercises are included at the end of each chapter * Fully covers the essentials of both 2D and 3D in one easy-to-read volume * New to this Edition: * More end-of-chapter exercises from both architecture and engineering disciplines provide practice in applying newly acquired AutoCAD skills * All discussions and screen shots updated for the current release of AutoCAD * An expanded appendix that discusses the future of AutoCAD, computer aided design and other topics * A companion website containing video lectures for each chapter for additional instruction and to make the material easy to follow. Visit www.vtcdesign.com.

About this title

About the Author

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.

From the Back Cover

Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using Gindis’ combination of step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture, and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom.

Edition details

• Publisher: Academic Press Inc
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0128009543
• ISBN 13: 9780128009543
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 842