AutoCAD 2004 Tutor for Engineering Graphics

Alan Kalameja
Thomas Singer.

Become skilled at AutoCAD 2004 while learning the basics of engineering design graphics!

Self-paced tutorials take readers all the way from one-view engineering drawings to geometric constructions, multi-view projections, section and auxiliary views, 3D solid modeling, and more.

Tutorials utilize a step-by-step approach, following traditional engineering drawing techniques and methods while teaching users how to exploit the newest features and functions of AutoCAD 2004 to achieve professional results.

New and updated coverage includes information on photorealistic rendering, scaling and justifying text, translating text sizes between model space and drawing layouts, and managing the new unlimited re-do capabilities of AutoCAD 2004.

Benefits:

• all content is fully updated to AutoCAD 2004 to familiarize users with the latest capabilities of the software
• unique "Try It!" exercises encourage readers to master the use of specific AutoCAD commands before proceeding to subsequent topics
• realistic engineering drawing problems, command-specific exercises, and abundant illustrations support learning within the visual AutoCAD user interface
• the accompanying CD-ROM contains drawings files which allow users to execute tutorials and exercises for immediate feedback on their proficiency in using mission-critical AutoCAD 2004 features and functions

Contents:

Getting Started with AutoCAD 2004.
Drawing Setup and Organization.
AutoCAD Display and Basic Selection Operations.
Modify Commands.
Performing Geometric Constructions.
Adding Text to Your Drawing.
Object Grips and Changing the Properties of Objects.
Shape Description/Multi-view Projection.
An Introduction to Drawing Layouts.
Plotting Your Drawings.
Dimensioning Basics.
The Dimension Style Manager.
Analyzing 2D Drawings.
Section Views.
Auxiliary Views.
Block Creation, AutoCAD DesignCenter, and MDE.
Using Attributes.
Working with External References and Raster Image Files.
Multiple Viewport Drawing Layouts.
Solid Modeling Fundamentals.
Editing Solid Models.
Creating 2D Multiview Drawings form a Solid Model.
Producing Photorealistic Renderings.
Appendix A: Differences with AutoCAD 2004 and AutoCAD LT 2004.
Appendix B: Express Tools.
Chapter A: Isometric Drawings
(Available on CD)

1232 Pages - 7-3/8 x 9-1/4 in.

AutoCAD 2004 Tutor for Engineering Graphics Project Manual

The companion Project Manual to The AutoCAD® 2004 Tutor for Engineering Graphics features a collection of tutorials and drawing problems that teach users how to achieve professional results by making the most of the newest features and functions of AutoCAD 2004.

Self-paced tutorials follow a series of steps toward the completion of a particular problem or object, while preparing readers to undertake the variety of engineering, architectural, and civil drawing problems that are also provided. Users will gain proficiency in using mission-critical AutoCAD 2004 features and functions while building their confidence and understanding of key concepts.

Projects of varying difficulty are featured, and drawing files are included on the accompanying CD-ROM which offers immediate feedback on the mastery of AutoCAD capabilities and commands.

384 pages (Project Manual)