AutoCAD For Dummies

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$13.89 - $35.72
UPC:
9781119255796
Maximum Purchase:
2 units
Binding:
Paperback
Publication Date:
2016-05-16
Author:
Bill Fane
Language:
english
Edition:
17

Product Overview

The bestselling AutoCAD bookrevised and updated!

It takes some practice to get handy with AutoCADand it doesn't hurt to have a good guide by your side to help get you through the rough spots. Updated to cover AutoCAD releases through the 2017 version, this new edition of AutoCAD For Dummies is an ideal companion when you're learning the basics of the popular software. Written by a former engineer and AutoCAD teacher, the book walks you through the basics of setting up projects and making simple drawings all the way up to creating 3D models.

Beginning with an overview of the AutoCAD interface, drawing tools, and ways to adjust your view of your work, AutoCAD For Dummies offers easy-to-follow guidance on using straight and curved lines to manage properties, object selection, and creating layouts. Next, it shows you how to use advanced AutoCAD tools, including Blocks, Arrays, Xrefs, and Parametrics. Finally, you'll find out how to move your work in to the wonderful world of 3D modeling.

  • Create an AutoCAD project from the ground up
  • Make and edit basic drawings starting with straight lines and curves
  • Jump into advanced drawing with 3D modeling
  • Find quick answers to your AutoCAD questions

It's true that AutoCAD is tough, but with the friendly instruction in this hands-on guide, you'll find everything you need to start creating marvelous modelswithout losing your cool.

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