Up and Running with AutoCAD 2021

Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using Gindis’ and Kaebisch's 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 professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom.

• Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand, basic concepts
• Teaches the essentials of operating AutoCAD first, immediately building student confidence
• Documents commands with step-by-step explanations, including what the student needs to type in and how AutoCAD responds
• Includes new exercises and projects for the AutoCAD 2021 version
• Combines 2D and 3D content in one affordable volume

Students taking drafting/engineering drawing courses in engineering and engineering technology programs. Architectural, drafting, civil/construction engineers, and mechanical engineers

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

Spotlight On: Mechanical Engineering
5. Hatch Patterns
6. Dimensions

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

Spotlight On: Interior Design
9. Basic Printing and Output
10. Advanced Output - Paper Space

Spotlight On: Civil Engineering
11. Advanced Linework
12. Advanced Layers

Spotlight On: Aerospace Engineering
13. Advanced Dimensions
14. Options, Shortcuts, CUI, Design Center, and Express Tools

Spotlight On: Chemical Engineering
15. Advanced Design and File Management Tools
16. Importing and Exporting Data

Spotlight On: Biomedical Engineering
17. External References (Xrefs)
18. Attributes

Spotlight On: Drafting, CAD Management, Teaching, and Consulting
19. Advanced Output and Pen Settings
20. Isometric Drawing
21. 3D Basics
22. Object Manipulation
23. Boolean Operations and Primitives
24. Solid Modeling
25. Advanced Solids, Faces, and Edges
26. Surfaces and Meshes
27. Slicing, Sectioning, Layouts, and Vports
28. Advanced UCS, Views, Text, and Dimensions in 3D
29. Dview, Camera, Walk and Fly, Path Animation

Appendix
A. Additional Information on AutoCAD
B. Other CAD Software, Design and Analysis Tools, and Concepts
C. File Extensions
D. Custom Linetypes and Hatch Patterns
E. Principles of CAD Management
F. AutoLISP Basics and Advanced Customization Tools
G. PC Hardware, Printers/Plotters, Networks, and the Cloud
H. What Are Kernels?
I. Lighting, Rendering, Effects, and Animation 
J. 3D Printing 
K. AutoCAD Certification Exams 
L. AutoCAD Employment
M. AutoCAD Humor, Oddities, Quirks, and Easter Eggs 
N. The Future of AutoCAD