Applying Autocad (Paperback)

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This book covers the latest version of the AutoCAD software, using the proven step-by-step format of earlier versions. The reader progresses from the very basics of AutoCAD to advanced levels. Short tutorials on each of the commands and new and more comprehensive drawing problems provide a hands-on learning experience. Includes a completely revised Optional Problems section.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 821 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Glencoe; Revised edition (January 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0026771446
• ISBN-13: 978-0026771443
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,566,624 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I recommend this book for beginners who want to learn ACAD, November 18, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Applying Autocad, Windows Version: A Step-By-Step Approach for Autocad Release 13 (Paperback)

I've been using and teaching with Terry Wohlers' book since 1987. This is an excellent way to learn AutoCAD.

The "Step-by-step approach" is exactly that. The student follows instructions which guide her into features of the software, then answers questions that have NOT NECESSARILY been answered, (but Wohler has given the student the tools to FIND the answers).

Each chapter is followed by simple, interesting, varied problems that use the commands or features described in the chapter.

I hope that there will soon be a R14 version of this book!

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent choice for those wanting to learn AutoCAD R13, January 27, 1998

By	Eric M. (Research Triangle, NC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Applying Autocad, Windows Version: A Step-By-Step Approach for Autocad Release 13 (Paperback)

I have used AutoCAD extensively in my previous job for design of mechanical parts. I wish that I could have had this book when I first began using AutoCAD.

Because the book is presented in classic workbook format, it is suitable for classroom use, or alternatively, it is also very effective as a self-teaching tool.

The book covers all of the basics that are relevant to AutoCAD and technical drawing: drawing, editing, viewports, 3-D modeling, dimensioning, etc. Information is logically organized into bite-size "units" that make finding a particular topic easy. Beginners can follow the book in order, and advanced users can read only the sections they want to brush up on.

I have had numerous people approach me and ask to help them learn AutoCAD in a few sessions, an impossible task (imagine trying to teach someone to play the guitar or piano in a few hours). I have often recommended/loaned this book, and of those who've used it, some found it so useful that they bought their own personal copy. This book is highly recommended.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Applying Autocad, October 17, 2000

By	Zoltan Ring (Durham, NC USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Applying Autocad, Windows Version: A Step-By-Step Approach for Autocad Release 13 (Paperback)

Well written book. Chapters advance from basic concepts to more advanced applications of Autocad. The text, with the questions and problems at the end of each chapter will allow a student to self teach and master Autocad. It took me about 40 hours of study (from ground zero) to be proficient enough to make designs on semiconductor process equipment.