Introduction to AutoCAD 2013 2D and 3D Design

Master the complexities of the world's bestselling 2D and 3D software with Alf Yarwood's Introduction to AutoCAD 2013. Ideally suited to new users of AutoCAD, this book will be a useful resource for drawing modules in both vocational and introductory undergraduate courses in engineering and construction.

Alf Yarwood has once again produced a comprehensive, step-by-step introduction to the latest release of AutoCAD. Covering all the basic principles and acting as an introduction to 2D drawing, it also contains extensive coverage of all 3D topics, including 3D solid modelling and rendering.
A fold-out list of frequently used keyboard shortcuts will help you perform actions quickly while working through the book, and an appendix of ribbon references clearly describes all the software tools that are used throughout the book.

1. Introducing AutoCAD 2013 2. Calling Tools 3. Introducing Drawing 4. Draw Tools, Object Snap and Dynamic Input 5. Zoom, Pan and Templates 6. The Modify Tools 7. Dimensions and Text 8. Orthographic and Isometric 9. Hatching 10. Blocks and Inserts 11. Other Types of File Format 12. Sheet Sets 13. Introducing 3D Modelling 14. 3D Models in Viewports 15. The Modification of 3D Models 16. Rendering 17. Building Drawing 18. Three Dimensional Space 19. Editing 3D Solid Models 20. Other Features of 3D Modelling 21. Internet Tools and Help 22. Design and AutoCAD 2013 Appendix: A List of Tools Appendix B: Some the Set Variables Appendix C: Ribbon Toolpanelicons. Index

Alf Yarwood is an Autodesk authorized author and a member of the Autodesk Advanced Developer Network.