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Introduction to AutoCAD 2009: 2D and 3D Design

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Now in its n-th iteration, AutoCad is well covered in this book. No previous use of it is necessary; the text starts from scratch in educating the reader. A modicum of maths is needed, but given that the typical reader is probably an engineering student or graduate, then this should not be a problem.

There is a wealth of options in AutoCad. But by starting out to learn 2D designs, you can quickly see how easy the user interface is, in terms of getting accustomed to it and in the accessibility of options. Much thought by the AutoCad team seems to have gone into the UI layout.

The 3D material is of course the "reality", where you actually could at least in principle make something tangible. More complex issues arise, like defining cross sections and extrusioning. Along with being able to view the design by various angles and perspectives.

If you like designing parts, the book can be a fun read.

Received the AutoCad textbook within the first two estimated dates of arrival, perfect condition, and despite being left on my front porch in the pouring rain (thanks usmail d-bags), the packaging prevented the paperback from becoming wet..