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Up and Running with AutoCAD 2010

  • 1st Edition - November 16, 2009
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Elliot J. Gindis
  • Language: English

Up and Running with AutoCAD 2010 introduces AutoCAD with step-by-step instructions, stripping away complexities to begin working in AutoCAD immediately. All concepts are explained… Read more

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Description

Up and Running with AutoCAD 2010 introduces AutoCAD with step-by-step instructions, stripping away complexities to begin working in AutoCAD immediately. All concepts are explained first in theory, and then shown in practice, helping the reader understand what it is they are doing and why before they do it.

The book contains supporting graphics (screen shots) and a summary with a self-test section at the end of each chapter. Also included are drawing examples and exercises, and two running projects that the reader works on as they progresses through the chapters. The book provides extensive use of screen shots, chapter summaries, and a self-test section at the end of each chapter. Each chapter features a Spotlight On... section, highlighting the use of AutoCAD in various industries.

This text is designed for beginners and intermediate users of AutoCAD; architectural engineers, drafting, civil/construction engineers, mechanical engineers; and students taking drafting/engineering drawing courses in engineering and engineering technology programs.

Key features

  • Strips away complexities, both real and perceived, and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts; using the author's extensive multi-industry knowledge of what is widely used in practice, the material is presented by immediately immersing the reader in practical, critically essential knowledge
  • Explains the why and how of AutoCAD commands: all concepts are explained first in theory and then covered in step-by-step detail
  • Extensive use of screen shots, chapter summaries, and a self-test section at the end of each chapter
  • Includes drawing examples and exercises, and two running projects that the reader works on as he/she progresses through the chapters
  • Each chapter features a "Spotlight On..." section, highlighting the use of AutoCAD in various industries
  • Fully updated for AutoCAD 2010 release, including introduction of the ribbon menu structure in chapter 1

Readership

Beginner through intermediate users of AutoCAD. Architectural engineers, drafting, civil/construction engineers, mechanical engineers. Students taking drafting/engineering drawing courses in engineering and engineering technology programs

Table of contents

Chapter 1 - AutoCAD Fundamentals Part 1Chapter 1 Learning ObjectivesSec 1.1 - Introduction and Basic CommandsSec 1.2 - The AutoCAD EnvironmentSec 1.3 - Interacting with AutoCADSec 1.4 - Practicing the Create Objects CommandsSec 1.5 - View ObjectsSec 1.6 – Practicing the Edit/Modify Objects CommandsSec 1.7 - Selection MethodsSec 1.8 - Drawing Accuracy - Part 1Sec 1.9 - Drawing Accuracy - Part 2Sec 1.10 - OSNAP Drafting SettingsChapter 1 SummaryChapter 1 Review QuestionsChapter 1 ExercisesChapter 2 - AutoCAD Fundamentals Part IIChapter 2 Learning ObjectivesSec 2.1 - GripsSec 2.2 - Units and ScaleSec 2.3 - Snap and GridSec 2.4 - Cartesian coordinate systemSec 2.5 - Distance Entry TechniquesSec 2.6 - Inquiry CommandsSec 2.7 – Miscellaneous TopicsChapter 2 SummaryChapter 2 Review QuestionsChapter 2 ExercisesChapter 3 – Layers, Colors, Linetypes and PropertiesChapter 3 Learning ObjectivesSec 3.1 – Introduction to LayersSec 3.2 – Introduction to LinetypesSec 3.3 – Introduction to PropertiesIn-Class Drawing Project - Floor Plan LayoutChapter 3 SummaryChapter 3 Review QuestionsChapter 3 ExercisesChapter 4 – Text, Mtext, Editing and StyleChapter 4 Learning ObjectivesSec 4.1 - Introduction to Text and MtextSec 4.2 - TextSec 4.3 - MtextSec 4.4 - StyleSec 4.5 – Spell CheckIn-Class Drawing Project – Adding Text and Furniture to Floor Plan LayoutChapter 4 SummaryChapter 4 Review QuestionsChapter 4 ExercisesChapter 5 – Hatch PatternsChapter 5 Learning ObjectivesSec 5.1 - Introduction to HatchSec 5.2 - Hatch ProceduresSec 5.3 – Working with Hatch Patterns Sec 5.4 – Gradient and Solid FillIn-Class Drawing Project – Adding Hatch to Floor Plan LayoutChapter 5 SummaryChapter 5 Review QuestionsChapter 5 ExercisesChapter 6 – DimensionsChapter 6 Learning ObjectivesSec 6.1 - Introduction to DimensionsSec 6.2 - Types of DimensionsSec 6.3 - Editing DimensionsSec 6.4 - Customizing dimensionsIn-Class Drawing Project – Adding Dimensions to Floor Plan LayoutChapter 6 SummaryChapter 6 Review QuestionsChapter 6 ExercisesChapter 7 – Blocks, Wblocks, Dynamic Blocks and PurgeChapter 7 Learning ObjectivesSec 7.1 - Introduction to BlocksSec 7.2 - InsertSec 7.3 - PurgeSec 7.4 - WblocksSec 7.5 - Dynamic BlocksChapter 7 SummaryChapter 7 Review QuestionsChapter 7 ExercisesChapter 8 – Polar and Rectangular ArraysChapter 8 Learning ObjectivesSec 8.1 - Polar ArraySec 8.2 - Rectangular ArrayIn-Class Drawing Project – Mechanical DeviceChapter 8 SummaryChapter 8 Review QuestionsChapter 8 ExercisesChapter 9 – Isometric DrawingChapter 9 Learning ObjectivesSec 9.1 – Introduction to Isometric PerspectiveSec 9.2 - Basic TechniqueSec 9.3 - Ellipses in IsometricSec 9.4 - Text and Dimensions in IsometricChapter 9 SummaryChapter 9 Review QuestionsChapter 9 ExercisesChapter 10 – Basic Printing and OutputChapter 10 Learning ObjectivesSec 10.1 – Introduction to Printing and PlottingSec 10.2 - The EssentialsSec 10.3 - The Plot Dialog BoxSec 10.4 - Page Setup ManagerChapter 10 SummaryChapter 10 Review QuestionsChapter 10 ExercisesSpotlight On: ArchitectureIntroduction to Level 2Chapter 11 – Advanced LineworkChapter 11 Learning ObjectivesSec 11.1 - Introduction to Advanced LineworkSec 11.2 - Pline (Polyline)Sec 11.3 - Xline (Construction Line)Sec 11.4 - RaySec 11.5 - SplineSec 11.6 - Mline (Multiline)Sec 11.7 - SketchLevel 2 Drawing Project (1 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 11 SummaryChapter 11 Review QuestionsChapter 11 ExercisesChapter 12 – Advanced LayersChapter 12 Learning ObjectivesSec 12.1 - Introduction to Advanced LayersSec 12.2 - Script FilesSec 12.3 - Layer State Manager (LSM)Sec 12.4 - Layer FilteringLevel 2 Drawing Project (2 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 12 SummaryChapter 12 Review QuestionsChapter 12 ExercisesChapter 13 – Advanced DimensionsChapter 13 Learning ObjectivesSec 13.1 - Introduction to Advanced DimensionsSec 13.2 – Dimension Style ManagerSec 13.3 – Introduction to ConstraintsSec 13.4 - Geometric ConstraintsSec 13.5 - Dimensional ConstraintsSec 13.6 - Dimension Driven DesignLevel 2 Drawing Project (3 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 13 SummaryChapter 13 Review QuestionsChapter 13 ExercisesChapter 14 – Options, Shortcuts, CUI, Design Center and Express ToolsChapter 14 Learning ObjectivesSec 14.1 - OptionsSec 14.2 - ShortcutsSec 14.3 - Customize User Interface (CUI)Sec 14.4 - Design CenterSec 14.5 - Express ToolsLevel 2 Drawing Project (4 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 14 SummaryChapter 14 Review QuestionsChapter 14 ExercisesChapter 15 – Miscellaneous TopicsChapter 15 Learning ObjectivesSec 15.1 - Introduction to Miscellaneous TopicsLevel 2 Drawing Project (5 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 15 SummaryChapter 15 Review QuestionsChapter 15 ExercisesChapter 16 – Importing and Exporting DataChapter 16 Learning ObjectivesSec 16.1 - Introduction to Importing and Exporting DataSec 16.2 - Importing/Exporting to and from the MS Office ApplicationsSec 16.3 - Screen ShotsSec 16.4 - JPGsSec 16.5 - PDFsSec 16.6 - Other CAD SoftwareSec 16.7 - Exporting and the Save As FeatureSec 16.8 - Inserting and OLELevel 2 Drawing Project (6 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 16 SummaryChapter 16 Review QuestionsChapter 16 ExercisesChapter 17 – External References (XREFs)Chapter 17 Learning ObjectivesSec 17.1 - Introduction to XrefSec 17.2 - Using XrefsSec 17.3 - Layers in XrefsSec 17.4 - Editing and Reloading XrefsSec 17.5 - Multiple XrefsSec 17.6 - Ribbon and XrefsLevel 2 Drawing Project (7 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 17 SummaryChapter 17 Review QuestionsChapter 17 ExercisesChapter 18 – Paper SpaceChapter 18 Learning ObjectivesSec 18.1 - Introduction to Paper SpaceSec 18.2 - Paper Space ConceptsLevel 2 Drawing Project (8 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 18 SummaryChapter 18 Review QuestionsChapter 18 ExercisesChapter 19 – AttributesChapter 19 Learning ObjectivesSec 19.1 - Introduction to AttributesSec 19.2 - Creating the DesignSec 19.3 - Creating the Attribute DefinitionsSec 19.4 - Creating the Attribute BlockSec 19.5 - Attribute Properties and EditingSec 19.6 - Attribute ExtractionSec 19.7 - Invisible AttributesLevel 2 Drawing Project (9 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 19 SummaryChapter 19 Review QuestionsChapter 19 ExercisesChapter 20 – Advanced Output and Pen SettingsChapter 20 Learning ObjectivesSec 20.1 - Introduction to Advanced Output and Pen SettingsSec 20.2 - Setting StandardsSec 20.3 - The CTB FileSec 20.4 - Additional CTB File FeaturesSec 20.5 - The LWT OptionLevel 2 Drawing Project (10 of 10) – Architectural Floor PlanChapter 20 SummaryChapter 20 Review QuestionsChapter 20 ExercisesSpotlight On: EngineeringAppendix AAdditional information on AutoCADWho makes AutoCAD?What is AutoCAD LT?How is AutoCAD purchased and how much does it cost?Is there significant differences between AutoCAD releases?A brief history of Autodesk® and AutoCADAutoCAD releasesMajor Autodesk® productsAutoCAD related websitesAppendix BOther CAD software and Design/Analysis conceptsAppendix CFile ExtensionsAutoCAD Primary ExtensionsAutoCAD Secondary ExtensionsMisc. Software ExtensionsAppendix DCustom Linetypes and Hatch PatternsAppendix EPrinciples of CAD ManagementPart 1 – Know the 7 Golden Rules of AutoCADPart 2 – Know the Capabilities and Limitations of AutoCADPart 3 – Maintain an Office CAD StandardPart 4 – Be an Effective Teacher and Hiring ManagerPart 5 – Stay Current and CompetentAppendix FAutoLISP Basics and Advanced Customization ToolsAppendix GPC Hardware, Printers/Plotters and NetworksAppendix HAutoCAD Certification ExamsAppendix IAutoCAD Humor, Oddities, Quirks and Easter Eggs

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: November 16, 2009
  • Language: English

About the author

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Elliot J. Gindis

Elliot Gindis is the founding author of the Up and Running with AutoCAD series of textbooks. He is a former AutoCAD drafter and designer who got his start in New York City in 1996 and has logged in over 25,000 hours of screen time with a wide variety of architecture and engineering companies. From 1999 to 2008 he was on staff with the Pratt Institute of Design and as visiting instructor at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), teaching beginner, intermediate, and advanced (3D) AutoCAD classes. He was also the 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 was part of the AutoDesk Developers Network and was a Certified Technical Trainer. He published the first edition of the Up and Running textbook with Elsevier in 2010, and has supported each subsequent edition until 2020, when Robert Kaebisch took over full-time. Elliot currently resides in the Los Angeles area, and is an engineer in the defense industry.
Affiliations and expertise
Former President, Vertical Technologies Consulting and Design, Lancaster, CA, USA