Up and Running with AutoCAD 2012
2D Drawing and Modeling
- 1st Edition - July 28, 2011
- Author: Elliot J. Gindis
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 3 8 7 6 8 3 - 6
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 3 8 7 6 8 4 - 3
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Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using Gindis’ combination of step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in architecture, engineering and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training or self-study, the book is written with the student in mind by a long-time AutoCAD user and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom.
- Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts
- Explains "why" something is done, not just "how": the theory behind each concept or command is discussed prior to engaging AutoCAD so the student has a clear idea of what they are attempting to do
- All basic commands are documented step-by-step: what the user types in and how AutoCAD responds is spelled out in discrete and clear steps with numerous screen shots
- Extensive supporting graphics (screen shots) and a summary with a self-test section and topic specific drawing exercises are included at the end of each chapter
- Also available in a 2D+3D version with 10 additional chapters covering 3D concepts. ISBN for the 2D+3D version is 978-012-387029-2
Beginner through advanced users of AutoCAD. Architectural engineers, drafting, civil/construction engineers, mechanical engineers. Students taking drafting/engineering drawing courses in engineering and engineering technology programs
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Preface
Level 1 Chapters 1–10
Chapter 1. AutoCAD Fundamentals
1.1. Introduction and Basic Commands
1.2. The AutoCAD Environment
1.3. Interacting with AutoCAD
1.4. Practicing the Create Objects Commands
1.5. View Objects
1.6. Practicing the Edit/Modify Objects Commands
1.7. Selection Methods
1.8. Drawing Accuracy—Part 1
1.9. Drawing Accuracy—Part 2
1.10. OSNAP Drafting Settings
Chapter 2. AutoCAD Fundamentals
2.1. Grips
2.2. Units and Scale
2.3. Snap and Grid
2.4. Cartesian Coordinate System
2.5. Geometric Data Entry
2.6. Inquiry Commands
2.7. Additional Drafting Commands
Chapter 3. Layers, Colors, Linetypes, and Properties
3.1. Introduction to Layers
3.2. Introduction to Linetypes
3.3. Introduction to Properties
3.4. In-Class Drawing Project: Floor Plan Layout
Spotlight On: Architecture
Chapter 4. Text, Mtext, Editing, and Style
4.1. Introduction to Text and Mtext
4.2. Text
4.3. Mtext
4.4. Style
4.5. Spell Check
4.6. In-Class Drawing Project: Adding Text and Furniture to Floor Plan Layout
Chapter 5. Hatch Patterns
5.1. Introduction to Hatch
5.2. Hatch Procedures
5.3. Working with Hatch Patterns
5.4. Gradient and Solid Fill
5.5. In-Class Drawing Project: Adding Hatch to Floor Plan Layout
Chapter 6. Dimensions
6.1. Introduction to Dimensions
6.2. Types of Dimensions
6.3. Editing Dimensions
6.4. Customizing Dimensions
6.5. In-Class Drawing Project: Adding Dimensions to Floor Plan Layout
Spotlight On: Mechanical Engineering
Chapter 7. Blocks, Wblocks, Dynamic Blocks, Groups, and Purge
7.1. Introduction to Blocks
7.2. Insert
7.3. Purge
7.4. Wblocks
7.5. Dynamic Blocks
7.6. Groups
Chapter 8. Polar, Rectangular, and Path Arrays
8.1. Polar Array
8.2. Rectangular Array
8.3. Path Array
8.4. In-Class Drawing Project: Mechanical Device
Chapter 9. Basic Printing and Output
9.1. Introduction to Printing and Plotting
9.2. The Essentials
9.3. The Plot Dialog Box
9.4. Page Setup Manager
Spotlight On: Interior Design
Chapter 10. Advanced Output—Paper Space
10.1. Introduction to Paper Space
10.2. Paper Space Concepts
Level 1. Answers to Review Questions
Level 2 Chapters 11–20
Chapter 11. Advanced Linework
11.1. Introduction to Advanced Linework
11.2. Pline (Polyline)
11.3. Xline (Construction Line)
11.4. Ray
11.5. Spline
11.6. Mline (Multiline)
11.7. Sketch
Chapter 12. Advanced Layers
12.1. Introduction to Advanced Layers
12.2. Script Files
12.3. Layer State Manager
12.4. Layer Filtering
Chapter 13. Advanced Dimensions
13.1. Introduction to Advanced Dimensions
13.2. Dimension Style Manager
13.3. Introduction to Constraints
13.4. Geometric Constraints
13.5. Dimensional Constraints
13.6. Dimension Driven Design
Spotlight On: Electrical Engineering
Chapter 14. Options, Shortcuts, CUI, Design Center, and Express Tools
14.1. Options
14.2. Shortcuts
14.3. Customize User Interface
14.4. Design Center
14.5. Express Tools
Chapter 15. Advanced Design and File Management Tools
15.1. Introduction to Advanced Design and File Management Tools
15.2. Align
15.3. Audit and Recover
15.4. Blend
15.5. Break and Join
15.6. Cad Standards
15.7. Calculator
15.8. Defpoints
15.9. Divide and Point Style
15.10. Donut
15.11. Draw Order
15.12. eTransmit
15.13. Filter
15.14. Hyperlink
15.15. Lengthen
15.16. Object Tracking (Otrack)
15.17. Overkill
15.18. Point and Node
15.19. Publish
15.20. Raster
15.21. Revcloud
15.22. Sheet Sets
15.23. Selection Methods
15.24. Stretch
15.25. System Variables
15.26. Tables
15.27. Tool Palette
15.28. UCS and Crosshair Rotation
15.29. Window Tiling
15.30. Wipeout
Chapter 16. Importing and Exporting Data
16.1. Introduction to Importing and Exporting Data
16.2. Importing and Exporting to and From MS Office Applications
16.3. Screen Shots
16.4. JPG
16.5. PDFs
16.6. Other CAD Software
16.7. Exporting and the Save as Feature
16.8. Inserting and Ole
Spotlight On: Aerospace Engineering
Chapter 17. External References (Xrefs)
17.1. Introduction to Xrefs
17.2. Using Xrefs
17.3. Layers in Xrefs
17.4. Editing and Reloading Xrefs
17.5. Multiple Xrefs
17.6. Ribbon and Xrefs
Chapter 18. Attributes
18.1. Introduction to Attributes
18.2. Creating the Design
18.3. Creating the Attribute Definitions
18.4. Creating the Attribute Block
18.5. Attribute Properties and Editing
18.6. Attribute Extraction
18.7. Invisible Attributes
Chapter 19. Advanced Output and Pen Settings
19.1. Introduction to Advanced Output and Pen Settings
19.2. Setting Standards
19.3. The ctb File
19.4. Additional CTB File Features
19.5. The lwt Option
Spotlight On: Civil Engineering
Chapter 20. Isometric Drawing
20.1. Introduction to Isometric Perspective
20.2. Basic Technique
20.3. Ellipses in Isometric Drawing
20.4. Text and Dimensions in Isometric Drawing
Level 2. Answers to Review Questions
Appendix A. Additional Information on AutoCAD
Appendix B. Other CAD Software, Design and Analysis Tools, and Concepts
Appendix C. File Extensions
Appendix D. Custom Linetypes and Hatch Patterns
Appendix E. Principles of CAD Management
Appendix F. PC Hardware, Printers and Plotters, and Networks
Appendix G. AutoCAD Certification Exams
Appendix H. AutoCAD Employment
Appendix I. AutoCAD Humor, Oddities, Quirks, and Easter Eggs
Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: July 28, 2011
- Language: English
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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, USARead Up and Running with AutoCAD 2012 on ScienceDirect