Principles of Engineering Graphics (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

Frederick E. Giesecke (Author), Alva Mitchell (Author), Henry Cecil Spencer (Author), John Thomas Dygdon (Author), James E. Novak (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0023428201 | ISBN-13: 978-0023428203 | Publication Date: July 19, 1993 | Edition: 2

This text/workbook is suitable for a one- or two-term course in engineering graphics. Based on the latest edition of Engineering Graphics, the second edition of Principles of Engineering Graphics is a combination textbook/workbook that provides students with a dynamic and up-to-date learning tool at an affordable price. The high quality illustrations and problems that made Engineering Graphics the definitive text in its field for over two decades have been incorporated in Principles of Engineering Graphics, Second Edition. Chapters on computer graphics cover the latest equipment and procedures in computer-aided drafting and design. Examples based on several of the most popular CAD software programs and many illustrations of computer-generated drawing are included as well. Principles of Engineering Graphics, Second Edition, consistently reflects CAD/CAM trends and the latest ANSI standards. Chapters on manufacturing processes, dimensioning, tolerancing, and threads and fasteners have been extensively reviewed and updated to ensure their conformity with the latest standards

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Based on the latest edition of Engineering Graphics, the second edition of Principles of Engineering Graphics is a combination textbook/workbook that provides students with a dynamic and up-to-date learning tool at an affordable price. The high quality illustrations and problems that made Engineering Graphics the definitive text in its field for over two decades have been incorporated in Principles of Engineering Graphics, Second Edition. Chapters on computer graphics cover the latest equipment and procedures in computer-aided drafting and design. Examples based on several of the most popular CAD software programs and many illustrations of computer-generated drawing are included as well. Principles of Engineering Graphics, Second Edition, consistently reflects CAD/CAM trends and the latest ANSI standards. Chapters on manufacturing processes, dimensioning, tolerancing, and threads and fasteners have been extensively reviewed and updated to ensure their conformity with the latest standards.

Product Details

• Paperback: 929 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2 edition (July 19, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0023428201
• ISBN-13: 978-0023428203
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.6 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #899,971 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Drafting-Revisited, February 13, 2002

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This review is from: Principles of Engineering Graphics (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

When I studied drafting in school, we used a text by the same authors. I found it great, as it gave enough detail on how to draw, without being wordy, and there were ample pictures & diagrams to help. I'm no artist, by the way, but every now & then I did a couple of problems to do something different.

Time came when I wanted to get back into re-learning drafting, but due to family, and time constraints, there's no way I could again take courses. So, I bought the book.

If you're a beginner, don't be put off by the title.
This is exactly the same as the text and workbooks, by the same authors.
Start at the beginning, and pay attention to basics.

If you're a pro, it will refresh your skills.
This has a workbook with it, so practice isn't a problem.
It's all too true, that one shouldn't attempt to draw CAD until the "Board" has been mastered. Without the basics, you're building on a house of cards. My husband works in an engineering firm and sees this all the time. Some of the ideas inside, may seem outdated, but trust me, the priciples are still the same.

I highly recommend it. Personally, I found it practical, challenging and affordable.

5.0 out of 5 stars very informative, October 3, 2011

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This review is from: Principles of Engineering Graphics (Hardcover)

covers just about everything you need to know about engineering graphics and how to appropriately portray everything you need in both modeling and drafting,