AutoCAD 2012

Description

• Features concise explanations, focused examples, and step-by-step instructions for learning AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT in a hands-on project that runs throughout the book
• Addresses the newest features of AutoCAD 2012 and AutoCAD LT 2012 as well as emerging techniques and standards in the industry
• Begins with the basics such as the AutoCAD interface, basic commands, and creating drawings and gradually progresses to more advanced topics, including grouping, elevations, hatches, and using text in drawings
• Introduces dimensioning, external references, layouts and printing, and using 3D

AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT: No Experience Required helps you quickly learn to use AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT right away.

Table od Contents

Introduction.

Chapter 1 Get ting to Know AutoCAD.

Chapter 2 Learning Basic Commands to Get Started.

Chapter 3 Set ting Up a Drawing.

Chapter 4 Developing Drawing Strategies: Part 1.

Chapter 5 Developing Drawing Strategies: Part 2.

Chapter 6 Using Layers to Organize Your Drawing.

Chapter 7 Combining Objects into Blocks.

Chapter 8 Controlling Text in a Drawing.

Chapter 9 Using Dynamic Blocks and Tables.

Chapter 10 Generating Elevations.

Chapter 11 Working with Hatches, Gradients, and Tool Palettes.

Chapter 12 Dimensioning a Drawing.

Chapter 13 Managing External References.

Chapter 14 Using Layouts to Set Up a Print.

Chapter 15 Printing an AutoCAD Drawing.

Chapter 16 Creating 3D Geometry.

Chapter 17 Rendering and Materials.

Index.