Microstation for Auto CAD Users - Softcover

Grabowski, Conforti

9780766806566: Microstation for Auto CAD Users

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0766806561 ISBN 13: 9780766806566

Publisher: Pen and Brush Publishers, 1998

This new text assists the student who has learned the AutoCAD product and now needs to make the transition from that environment to the MicroStation design format. Conversely, the text can be used to transition from MicroStation to AutoCAD. Each chapter presents a quick summary of a specific feature in AutoCAD, followed by the related feature in MicroStation. The student who must work with both products will find this text to be a solid basis for understanding how "the other side" thinks. Translating data between the two products, cross training, and other issues are discussed thoroughly.

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Contents
Introduction

Part I: A MicroStation/AutoCAD Review

Chapter 1: Product Overview: A Look at the Two Packages
Chapter 2: Sample Design Session: A Day in the Life of MicroStation and AutoCAD
Chapter 3: Hardware Considerations
Chapter 4: The Graphical User Interface: Communicating with the Software
Chapter 5: Fundamental Concepts: A Comparison of Basic Drawing Parameters and Tools
Chapter 6: Navigation: Moving Around the Drawing
Chapter 7: More Fundamental Concepts: A Comparative Review of Advanced Drawing Tools
Chapter 8: Plotting with MicroStation and AutoCAD: A Comparison of Plotting Techniques
Chapter 9: Customizing MicroStation and AutoCAD: Comparison of Tools and Techniques for Customizing and Automating Command Entry
Chapter 10: File Formats: Understanding Files Supported by MicroStation and AutoCAD
Chapter 11: Translation and Conversion: MicroStation to AutoCAD and AutoCAD to MicroStation File Transfers
Chapter 12: Text and Data: Working with External Text Files and Databases

Part II: Managing Two CADs Under One Roof

Chapter 13: Peaceful Coexistence: Living with Both Systems
Chapter 14: Cross Training and Cross Hiring: Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Work Force
Chapter 15: Industry Standards: MicroStation and AutoCAD: Compliance with and Deviation from Industry Standards

Appendix A: MicroStation to AutoCAD Command Listing
Appendix B: AutoCAD to MicroStation Command Listing
Index

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