AutoCAD 2004 Tutor for Engineering Graphics with AutoCAD 2005 Update

Description

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 photorealistic rendering. Tutorials utilize a step-by-step approach, following traditional engineering drawing techniques and methods while teaching users how to make the most of AutoCAD 2005 to achieve professional results. The key new features and functions in AutoCAD 2005 are included in a separate Addendum. Topics range from new drawing productivity enhancements to navigating with the new Layer Properties Manager dialog box, creating and using tables, creating fields or autotext, Tool Palette enhancements, and managing projects using the Sheet Manager.

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, exercises, and problems for immediate feedback on their proficiency in using mission-critical AutoCAD 2005 features and functions
most of the material on the back of book CD is also available in a separate printed Project Manual (ISBN: 1-4018-8391-5)
an Online Companion* provides a various assortment of additional professional resources for CAD users