Computer-Aided Design and Drafting-AutoCAD 2005 Tutorial and Laboratory Manual (Second Edition)

Author: Baiyun et al.
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: This book provides a detailed explanation of the fundamental knowledge, concepts, and methods of Computer-Aided Design (CAD), as well as the basic content of AutoCAD. Based on the new AutoCAD 2005 software, it thoroughly introduces the basic operations, 2D and 3D graphics (wireframe, surface, solid) drawing and editing, drawing environment settings (limits, units, precision), object and auto-tracking, graphic properties (color, line type, line width, layer), blocks and attributes, external references and in-place editing, hatch and gradient fill, hatch editing and trim, text annotation and editing, fields and tables, dimensioning and editing, layout and graphics output in drawing space, as well as multiple design environments, AutoCAD design center, customization of AutoCAD (command aliases, toolbars, menus), graphic information inquiry, CAD standards, layer converter, Web information publishing and browsing, drawing sets, markup sets, tool palettes, M2P, and other special functions. The book is written in an easy-to-understand manner, progressing from simple to complex and systematically. The content is organized to highlight concepts, emphasize operations, and focus on practicality. Each chapter includes numerous exercises, and the book appendix provides 15 accompanying experimental guides and 5 appendices, offering comprehensive, detailed, and practical content for systematic learning, hands-on practice, and information inquiry. This book is a distinctive textbook that integrates theoretical learning, operational training, and experimental guidance. It can serve as a CAD textbook for undergraduate and associate degree students in various engineering disciplines, as well as a training manual for CAD technology and a reference book for engineering and technical personnel.