Up and Running with AutoCAD 2020

Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using a 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 engineering, architecture, and design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a reference, the book is written with the user in mind by long-time professional AutoCAD instructors based on what works in the industry and the classroom. Up and Running with AutoCAD 2020is focused on 2D drafting and design, making it more appropriate for a one-semester course and for how today’s instructors are teaching AutoCAD. 

• Strips away complexities and reduces learning AutoCAD to easy-to-understand concepts
• Teaches the essentials of AutoCAD first, immediately building student confidence
• All basic commands documented step-by-step: What the student inputs and how AutoCAD responds is spelled out in discrete and clear steps with numerous screen shots
• Extensive supporting graphics and a summary with a self-test section and topic specific drawing exercises at the end of each chapter
• Fully covers the essentials of 2D AutoCAD, updated for the 2020release
• All 3D AutoCAD chapters are offered online as bonus material for student and instructor download

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

1. AutoCAD Fundamentals - Part I
2. AutoCAD Fundamentals - Part II

Spotlight On: Architecture
3. Layers, Colors, Linetypes, and Properties
4. Text, Mtext, Editing, and Style
5. Hatch Patterns

Spotlight On: Mechanical Engineering
6. Dimensions
7. Blocks, Wblocks, Dynamic Blocks, Groups, and Purge
8. Polar, Rectangular, and Path Arrays

Spotlight On: Electrical Engineering
9. Basic Printing and Output
10. Advanced Output - Paper Space
11. Advanced Linework
12. Advanced Layers

Spotlight On: Interior Design
13. Advanced Dimensions
14. Options, Shortcuts, CUI, Design Center, and Express Tools
15. Advanced Design and File Management Tools

Spotlight On: Civil Engineering
16. Importing and Exporting Data
17. External References (Xrefs)
18. Attributes

Spotlight On: Aerospace Engineering
19. Advanced Output and Pen Settings
20. Isometric Drawing
21. 3D Basics
22. Object Manipulation

Spotlight On: Chemical Engineering
23. Boolean Operations and Primitives
24. Solid Modeling
25. Advanced Solids, Faces, and Edges

Spotlight On: Biomedical Engineering
26. Surfaces and Meshes
27. Slicing, Sectioning, Layouts, and Vports
28. Advanced UCS, Views, Text, and Dimensions in 3D

Spotlight On: Drafting, CAD Management, Teaching, and Consulting
29. Dview, Camera, Walk and Fly, Path Animation