AutoCAD 2004 for Architecture (Autocad for Architecture) [Paperback]

Alan Jefferis (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 22, 2003 | ISBN-10: 1401851312 | ISBN-13: 978-1401851316 | Edition: 1

Here is a fully updated introduction to AutoCAD 2004 and its improved use of the Internet! Beginning with an exploration of the basic tools that control AutoCAD, each subsequent chapter builds on the skills being learned for a well-rounded exploration of each new command relating to 2D construction documentation. All the need to know information that current and future architects, engineers and designers require is given, affording readers the efficiencies and skills they need to apply AutoCAD in the architectural environment. The book is an excellent resource for new users wishing to explore the computer skills needed to excel in architectural design, as well as for experienced CAD users adjusting to the new features and functions of AutoCAD 2004.

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About the Author

Alan Jefferis, who obtained his BS degree from San Diego State University in 1972, has been an instructor of drafting technology at Clackamas Community College, an Authorized AutoCAD Training Center, for over thirty-one years. Prior to that, Mr. Jefferis taught for four years at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon. His professional experience includes eight years of drafting for structural engineers and thirty years of residential designing. Currently, he is the owner of Residential Designs, as well as an Autodesk Developer Network member and a former member of the A.I.B.D. Mr. Jefferis is the co-author of numerous books from Delmar Cengage Learning, including RESIDENTIAL DESIGN, DRAFTING AND DETAILING, ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN, COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DETAILING', AUTOCAD FOR ARCHITECTURE, and PRINT READING FOR ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION.

Product Details

• Paperback: 940 pages
• Publisher: Autodesk Press; 1 edition (August 22, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401851312
• ISBN-13: 978-1401851316
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.4 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,647,188 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars close but no cigar., January 27, 2004

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This review is from: AutoCAD 2004 for Architecture (Autocad for Architecture) (Paperback)

Although this book is decent for beginners and lose who haven't used the program for awhile, the intermediate or advanced users might mot find this book helpful.

The book deals with oblique and isometric drawings, yet the book does not cover 3D drawing whatsoever. To quote the author "Figure 21.1 shows an example of a 3D drawing created using AutoCAD and a third party software program. Although these drawings are both beautiful and very useful, how they are created will not be discussed in this text." -AutoCAD 2004 for Architecture, page 738.

The book is also effective at laying out the step by step process for commands, yet the graphic layout leaves something to be desired. A bulleted list would be much more user-friendly than to have the steps listed sequentially in a paragraph, separated by commas.