The AutoCAD® Book: Drawing, Modeling and Applications Using AutoCAD 2004

by Kirkpatrick, James M.

• ISBN13: 9780131136045
• ISBN10: 0131136046
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

Written in response to the need for a book with an easy-to-follow format designed for people with various educational backgrounds and at differing levels of computer experience.The new features of AutoCAD 2004 such as gradient hatch, plotting of rendered drawings using the new Shade Plot option in the Plot dialog box, smaller file size, multiple redo, reconfigured AutoCAD DesignCenter with the DC Online feature are covered in detail.For Architects, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, and anyone interested in learning AutoCAD 2004 for computer-aided drawing.

Table of Contents

Preparing to Draw

Introduction

The AutoCADreg; 2004 Program

Preparing to Draw with AutoCADreg; 2004

Basic Autocadreg;

Block Diagrams

Plotting

Adding Text to the Drawing

Geometric Constructions

Using 2D Commands to Draw Orthographic Views

Drawings, Formats, Blocks, and Attributes

The AutoCADreg; DesignCenter

External References (XREFs)

Using Raster Images in Autocadreg; Drawings

Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Sectional Drawings and Hatching

Isometric Drawing and Gradient Hatch Rendering

Basic 3-D

Customizing Toolbars and Menus

Advanced Autocadreg;

Advanced 3-D

Advanced 3-D: Blocks and 3-D Orbit

Using Model Space, Paper Space, and Layouts to Create, Document, and Present 2-D and 3-D Shapes

Advanced Modeling: Solids, Regions, and 3D Models from the Design Center OnLine

3-D Tutorial Exercises, Including Rendering and Publishing to the Web

Applications and Sketches for Industry

Architectural Applications

Civil Applications

Electronic Applications

Electromechanical Packaging Applications

Technical Illustrating Applications

Sketches for Industry for All Drawing Chapters

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Excerpts

The popularity of AutoCAD has generated numerous books and manuals--most of which are similar to the reference manual that accompanies the AutoCAD software. However, AutoCAD is difficult to learn using just a reference manual or a book structured like one.The AutoCAD Book: Drawing, Modeling, and Applications Using AutoCAD 2004was written in response to the need for a book with an easy-to-follow format designed for people with various educational backgrounds and at differing levels of computer experience. It was developed by people who teach AutoCAD in the classroom setting and who use AutoCAD to produce drawings for manufacturing and construction.Using the "hands-on" approach to the AutoCAD computer package is the fastest and most effective method of learning to use this powerful and exciting drawing tool. Therefore, this text teaches students to use AutoCAD bydrawingwith it.All the material in this textbook has been carefully class-tested. People who have used the book have learned quickly to become productive with AutoCAD, and they are pleased with the clarity of the presentation and the fact that it assumes no familiarity with computers. Many have even been inspired to create menus and customize AutoCAD for their specific situations. FeaturesThis new edition covers AutoCAD 2004. Some of the features of this edition are Complete coverage of the features of AutoCAD 2004. Update of "Tips," "Warnings," and "Notes" in the text. Each of these features is designed to help the new AutoCAD user past the stumbling blocks. Illustrations of pop-down menus, dialog boxes, and toolbars for AutoCAD 2004. 3-D tutorial exercises, including an introduction to advanced modeling. Introduction to AutoCAD's DesignCenter. Application sections for architectural, civil, electronic and electromechanical drawing, and technical illustrating. New plotting techniques, including plotting as displayed for rendered 3-D objects. Examination of new "etransmit," "publish to Web," and attribute extraction features. Flagging of new-release features. Text OrganizationThe AutoCAD Book: Drawing, Modeling, and Applications Using AutoCAD 2004is divided into four parts: Part I--Preparing to Draw, Part II--Basic AutoCAD, Part III--Advanced AutoCAD, and Part IV--Applications and Sketches for Industry. Part I (Chapters I-3)Chapter 1 outlines the types of drawings to be covered in the book; Chapter 2 describes the AutoCAD program for Windows and its uses and the equipment necessary to use AutoCAD to its fullest extent; and Chapter 3 moves the reader directly into the settings needed to make drawings that are accurate and easy to produce. Part II (Chapters 4-17)These drawing chapters show readers step by step how to produce several different types of drawings, including orthographic, sectional, isometric, 3-D, and plan views. Dimensioning, tolerancing, geometric constructions, attributes, block diagrams, and printing are also covered in these chapters. Chapter 15 covers isometric drawing and the use of gradient hatch patterns to produce renderings of isometric drawings. Chapter 17 describes how to customize AutoCAD menus, toolbars, and palettes, and introduces AutoLISP. Part III (Chapters 18-22)These chapters cover advanced 3-D commands, 3D Orbit, SHADE, and an introduction to advanced modeling. This part also covers how to use paper space/model space for documenting and plotting drawings. The new Shade Plot option is discussed in detail to allow rendered 3D objects to be plotted as they are displayed on the screen. Part IV (Sections A-F)Sections A-E provide many exercises in the application of AutoCAD. Areas covered include the f