Up and Running with AutoCAD 2020

Up and Running with AutoCAD 2020 uses a combination of step-by-step instruction, examples and insightful explanations to emphasize 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. The book focuses on 2D drafting and design, making it more appropriate for a one-semester course.

• Strips away complexities and reduces learning AutoCAD to easy-to-understand concepts
• Teaches the essentials of AutoCAD first, immediately building student confidence
• Provides 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 screenshots
• Presents extensive supporting graphics and a summary with a self-test section and topic specific drawing exercises at the end of each chapter
• Covers the essentials of 2D AutoCAD, updated for the 2020 release

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