Microstation for AutoCAD Users - Softcover

Conforti, Frank; Grabowski, Ralph

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0934605858 ISBN 13: 9780934605854

Publisher: OnWord Press,U.S., 2000

Synopsis

This pack describes all aspects of working in a dual-CAD environment.

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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

Edition details

• Publisher: OnWord Press,U.S.
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0934605858
• ISBN 13: 9780934605854
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 500