Autodesk AutoCAD 2006: Fundamentals

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 594 pages
• Published by: Schroff Development Corporation April 1, 2005
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 1585032484
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1585032488
• Book Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 1.3 inches
• Weighs: 3 pounds

Product Description
This manual is designed to be used during instructor led training in an eight week class. This is a basic training course for new AutoCAD users. It is geared for students with little or no prior experience using AutoCAD. The course will cover fundamental skills necessary for effectively using AutoCAD and will provide a strong foundation for advancement.

Table of Contents

1. The AutoCAD Environment
2. Zooming and Panning
3. Drawing Lines
4. Toolbars and Profiles
5. Draw and Modify Commands
6. Dimensions
7. Object Properties
8. Drafting Settings and Object Snaps
9. Titleblocks and Templates
10. Text Tools
11. Viewports and Layouts

About The Author
Elise Moss has worked for the past twenty years as a mechanical designer in Silicon Valley, primarily creating sheet metal designs. She has written articles for Autodesk’s Toplines magazine and AUGI’s PaperSpace. She is President of Moss Designs, creating custom applications and designs for corporate clients. She has taught at DeAnza College and Evergreen Valley College. She holds a BSME from San Jose State University.

Reader Reviews
This book seems to have been completed before AutoCAD 2006 was completed so there are lots of typos and additional information that needs to be provided by a teacher if you are taking an AutoCAD class. This author also introduces the lessons in a confusing order - she'll ask you to do things that she hasn't yet explained in the book. Although some are confusing, most of the exorcises are informative and help you learn the program.