A pocket-size reference that has all the fundamental data that engineers need in their daily work. Taping and drilling charts, hole coordinate charts with common sizes already worked out, speeds/feeds, material specs, drawing symbols and standards, CNC machine codes, plus much more. This book is also a very useful reference for students in engineering and drafting programs.    Mathematical Formulas & Measurement - Solution of Right-Angled Triangles. Solution of Oblique-Angled Triangles. Areas & Dimensions Of Plane Figures. Volumes Of Solids. Distance Across Corners Of Squares & Hexagons. Coordinates For Locating Equally Spaced Holes. Sine Bar Calculations. Measuring Dovetail Slides. Rollers On A Shaft. Calculating Countersink & Spot Drill Depths. Speeds & Feeds For Milling, Drilling, Turning & Boring. Allowances For Sheet Metal Bending. Calculating Shearing Pressure For Blanking. Shear Strengths Of Materials For Blanking. Screw Thread Charts & Tapping Drill Sizes - ISO Metric Coarse. ISO Metric Fine. UNC - Unified National Course. UNF - Unified National Fine. BA - British Association. BSW - British Standard Whitworth. BSF - British Standard Fine. BSP - British Standard Pipe. BSPT - British Standard Pipe Taper. NPT - National Pipe Taper. Roll-Forming Threads - Tapping Drill Sizes. Wire Thread Inserts - Tapping Drill Sizes. Fasteners - Hexagon & Spline Socket Head Cap Screws. Dimensions For Inch Series. Clearance Drill & Counterbore Sizes For Inch Series. Dimensions For Metric Series. Clearance Drill & Counterbore Sizes For Metric Series. Hexagon & Spline Socket Flat Countersunk Head Cap Screws. Dimensions For Inch Series. Clearance Drill & Countersink Sizes For Inch Series. Dimensions For Metric Series. Clearance Drill & Countersink Sizes For Metric Series. Screw Identification Chart. Allowances and Tolerances - Terms Used For Preferred Hole & Shaft Fits. ISO Limits & Fits For Holes. ISO Limits & Fits For Shafts. Surface Texture. Drawing Standards - Types of Lines. Drawing Sheet Sizes - Inch & Metric. ASME & ISO Geometric Symbols Comparison Chart. Common Abbreviations Used. Computer Numerical Control - Letter Addresses Used In Numerical Control. G-Code Addresses. Miscellaneous Function Words From EIA Standard. Conversion Factors & Equivalent Charts - Decimal, Fractional & Number Drill Size Equivalent Charts. Inches To Millimeters. Millimeters To Inches. Fractional Inches To Millimeters. Common Conversion Factors. Hardness Comparison Table. Heat, Mass & Weight Of Elements.

This is the right book for users if they’re new to AutoCAD or want to brush up on the basics, they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.   New Features include …·         The “New Tab” page containing two sliding content frames – Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates and online resources.·         Dark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.Graphics Performance dialog box making it easier to change graphics  ·         Totally updated for AutoCAD 2015 and 2015 LT. ·         Improved Features include … Enhanced Status Bar giving greater control on the tools you want displayed; Reorganized View Ribbon making it easier to control the visibility of the UCS Icon, Navigation Bar, ViewCube and Layout Tabs; and Improved graphics with Line Smoothing. ·         Ideal for classroom instruction or as a self-study tutorial. ·         Includes 30 lessons with step by step instructions followed by exercises designed for practicing the commands learned within the lesson.  ·         Each lesson starts very simple and progresses to more complex.  ·         The approach taken is to familiarize users with the drawing commands first, and then teach users to create their own setup drawings.  Each lesson is explained clearly and in a non-intimidating manner.

This is the right book for users if they liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook, or they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn more about AutoCAD such as Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. Totally updated for AutoCAD 2015 and 2015 LT, it offers several new and improved features. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.NEW FEATURESThe ability to capture, embed and plot maps with Geographic LocationDark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.IMPROVED FEATURESEnhanced Status Bar giving greater control on the tools you want displayed.Reorganized View Ribbon making it easier to control the visibility of the UCS Icon, Navigation Bar, ViewCube and Layout Tabs.Improved graphics with Line Smoothing.Cheryl R. Shrock recently retired as Professor and Chairperson of Computer Aided Design at Orange Coast College (CA) where she had taught since 1990.  She is an Autodesk® registered author. Previous to teaching, she owned and operated a commercial product and machine design company, using CAD to create and document designs. This book draws upon both her teaching and industry experience.Steve Heather has 30-plus years of experience as a practicing mechanical engineer and has taught AutoCAD to engineering and architectural students at the college level. He is an authorized AutoCAD beta tester and a member of AutoCAD Connected Desktop Customer Council.

This is the right book for users who liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook and want to learn more about AutoCAD’s features, including Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. This clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text is totally updated for AutoCAD 2016 and 2016 LT, and it offers several new and improved features. All exercises are easy to print on standard 8 ½" x 11" paper. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only.  New Features include …  ·         Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frames, Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources.·         DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.  Improved Features include …  ·         Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayed.·         Isometric Grid Pattern now displays Lines instead of Dots.·         Command Preview is enhanced to allow for Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands.·         Improved graphics with Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.Cheryl Shrock recently retired as Professor and Chairperson of Computer Aided Design at Orange Coast College in California, where she had taught since 1990. She is an Autodesk® registered author. Previous to teaching, she owned and operated a commercial product and machine design company, using CAD to create and document designs. This book draws upon both her teaching and industry experience.    Steve Heather has 30-plus years of experience as a practicing mechanical engineer and has taught AutoCAD to engineering and architectural students at the college level. He is an authorized AutoCAD beta tester and a member of AutoCAD Connected Desktop Customer Council. Steve lives near Canterbury, England, and welcomes your questions or comments at: steve.heather@live.com.

World-class AutoCAD expert Steve Heather, co-author with Cheryl Shrock of the Beginning AutoCAD Exercise Workbook, Advanced AutoCAD Exercise Workbook, and the AutoCAD Pocket Reference, has written this ground-breaking text, covering step-by-step 3D applications for all AutoCAD users.  The AutoCAD® 3D Modeling Exercise Workbook is designed for classroom instruction and self-study alike, and is suitable for both inch and metric users. There are 8 lessons and 4 modeling projects, all of which are heavily illustrated, for visual learners.Each lesson starts with step-by-step instructions on how to create 3D solid models, followed by exercises designed for practicing the commands readers learned within that lesson. The modeling projects are designed so that users can create complex 3D models by combining many of the commands learned within the previous lessons.Downloadable sample files are provided to accompany some of the lessons and modeling projects, so readers can follow along and customize their creations to suit their own needs.Written by Steve Heather, bestselling author and official Beta Tester of AutoCAD software, this is an invaluable resource for the thousands of designers, architects, and manufacturers who are using AutoCAD to create their own 3D models and transfer them to a 3D printer for manufacturing and use in the real world. If you want to learn more about cutting-edge 3D design, printing, and more using AutoCAD, the AutoCAD 3D Modeling Exercise Workbook is for you.Read what author Steve Heather has to say about 3D modeling and his best-selling new AutoCAD Exercise Workbook.Click here for an interview with Steve Heather in our 3D modeling newsletter.If you like this book, also check out the Beginning AutoCAD 2019 Exercise Workbook andAutoCAD Pocket Reference, 8th Edition  and the newBeginning AutoCAD 2021 Exercise WorkbookSteve Heather is a former Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Aided Design in England, UK.  For the past 8 years, he has been a Beta Tester for Autodesk®, testing the latest AutoCAD® software.  He is the co-author of the bestselling series of Beginning and Advanced AutoCAD® Exercise Workbooks. Previous to teaching, and for more than 30 years, Heather worked as a Precision Engineer in the aerospace and defense industries.  Steve can be contacted for questions or comments at: steve.heather@live.com   ● Introduction ● Lesson 1: Selecting a Basic 3D Tool; Creating a Solid Box, Creating a Solid Cylinder; Creating a Solid Cone; Creating a Solid Sphere; Creating a Solid Pyramid; Creating a Solid Wedge; Creating a Solid Torus; Exercises ● Lesson 2: Opening the Properties Palette; Modify Solids Using the Properties Palette; Modify Solids Using the Grips; Exercises ● Lesson 3: Setting the Solid History System Variable; Chamfer the Edge of a 3D Solid Model; Modify an Existing Chamfer; Remove an Existing Chamfer; Fillet the Edge of a 3D Solid Model; Modify an Existing Fillet; Remove an Existing Fillet; Exercises ● Lesson 4: User Coordinate System (UCS); Moving the UCS; Rotating the UCS; Using the Dynamic UCS; Exercises ● Lesson 5: Orbit Tool; Move Tool; Union Tool; Subtract Tool; Intersect Tool; Exercises ● Lesson 6: 3D Rotate Tool; 3D Mirror Tool; 3D Align Tool; Exercises ● Lesson 7: Extrude Tool; Revolve Tool; Loft Tool; Sweep Tool; Exercises ● Lesson 8: Shell Tool; Helix Tool; Exercises ● Project 1: Stackable Junk Tray ● Project 2: Ornate Balcony ● Project 3: Working Platform ● Project 4: Belt Roller Assembly ● Appendix A: 3D Printing ● Appendix B: Add a Printer/Plotter.

The BeginningAutoCAD® 2018 Exercise Workbook is designed for classroom instruction and self-study alike, and is now suitable for both inch and metric users to accommodate readers around the world.  Each lesson starts with step-by-step instructions on how to master a particular task, followed by exercises designed for practicing the commands readers learned within that lesson.The 2018 version of the software boasts the new feature of being able to import SHX fonts when importing documents into AutoCAD.  With past versions, you could only import SHX fonts as objects that were included in the PDF, which meant that users could not alter the text in any way.  In this 2018 version of the software, the text will be fully editable – the same as TrueType text and fonts.  That’s a tremendous advantage for architects and designers, who use SHX fonts extensively in their drawings.Written by Cheryl Shrock and Steve Heather, two bestselling authors and official Beta Testers of AutoCAD® software, this is an invaluable resource for the thousands of students, designers, architects, and manufacturers who are just learning AutoCAD®, or getting up to speed with the latest version of the software.  New and Improved FeaturesThe ability to import SHX fonts when importing a PDF document into AutoCAD.The ability to convert single rows of text into paragraphs.All exercises will include metric equivalents alongside the original imperial (inch) measurements.Additional new features just being released by AutoCAD to beta testers.Beginning AutoCAD 2018 Exercise Workbook is the right book for users new to AutoCAD or who want to brush up on the basics. Thisis a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text that helps user learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8.5 x 11 printer.Cheryl Shrock is a retired Professor and Chairperson of Computer Aided Design at Orange Coast College in California.  The AutoCAD Exercise Workbooks are the result of both her teaching skills and her industry experience.  She is an Autodesk® registered author.  Steve Heather is a former Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Aided Design in England, UK.  For the past 8 years, he has been a Beta Tester for Autodesk®, testing the latest AutoCAD® software.  He is the co-author of the bestselling series of Beginning and Advanced AutoCAD® Exercise Workbooks.  Previous to teaching, and for more than 30 years, Heather worked as a Precision Engineer in the aerospace and defense industries.

The AdvancedAutoCAD® 2018 Exercise Workbook has been helping students, teachers, architects, designers and manufacturers to truly master the software for more than two decades.  And now this work is better than ever, with the inclusion of both inch and metric measurements side-by-side.          The 2018 version of the software boasts the new feature of being able to import SHX fonts when importing documents into AutoCAD®.  With past versions, you could only import SHX fonts as objects that were included in the PDF, which meant that users could not alter the text in any way.  In this 2018 version of the software, the text will be fully editable – the same as TrueType text and fonts.  That’s a tremendous advantage for architects and designers, who use SHX fonts extensively in their drawings.  These new features will be explained and thoroughly illustrated so they can be combined with existing AutoCAD® options, and users can maximize the full power of this versatile software.Written by Cheryl Shrock and Steve Heather, two bestselling authors and official Beta Testers of AutoCAD® software, this is an invaluable resource for the thousands of students, designers, architects, and manufacturers who are just learning AutoCAD®, or getting up to speed with the latest version of the software.The ability to import SHX fonts when importing a PDF document into AutoCAD.The ability to convert single rows of text into paragraphs.All exercises will include metric equivalents alongside the original imperial (inch) measurements.Additional new features just being released by AutoCAD to beta testers.To download a file containing the supplied preset drawings mentioned and used in this book click here.  This is the right book for users who liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook and want to learn more about AutoCAD’s features, including Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. This clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text is totally updated for AutoCAD 2018 and 2018 LT, and it offers several new and improved features. All exercises are easy to print on standard 8 ½" x 11" paper. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2018 only.Cheryl Shrock is a retired Professor and Chairperson of Computer Aided Design at Orange Coast College in California. The AutoCAD Exercise Workbooks are the result of both her teaching skills and her industry experience. She is an Autodesk® registered author.  Steve Heather is a former Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Aided Design in England, UK. For the past 8 years, he has been a Beta Tester for Autodesk®, testing the latest AutoCAD® software. He is the co-author of the bestselling series of Beginning and Advanced AutoCAD® Exercise Workbooks. Previous to teaching, and for more than 30 years, Heather worked as a Precision Engineer in the aerospace and defense industries.

Everyone needs a refresher sometimes. The 8th edition of the AutoCAD Pocket Reference provides easy access to everyday information needed by AutoCAD users, including concepts, how-to, and fundamental commands. The pictures, explanations, and index are unparalleled by other references, as are the price and size. This 8th edition has been improved with the inclusion of both inch and metric measurements throughout to appeal to a more global audience. And now, with the inclusion of special CAD-tips throughout, this is the perfect cheat sheet reference, written by two of the foremost AutoCAD expert teachers. ALL NEW CAD TIPS WOVEN THROUGHOUT FOR VISUAL ENGAGEMENT! For the first time, this time-saving resource includes CAD Tips throughout the book to further engage readers and provide valuable insider information from a longtime expert in the field. NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES: All exercises will now include metric equivalents alongside the original imperial measurements.Drawing Compare and Shared Views making working with clients and 3rd parties infinitely easier. New CAD Tips scattered throughout the book, providing shortcuts and suggestions from our expert author. Additional new features being released by AutoCAD to beta testers.

Just as the AutoCAD software continues to be improved and perfected, so does the Beginning AutoCAD® Exercise Workbook. This work is truly the ideal package from which to learn AutoCAD, whether you're a complete beginner, or simply learning about the latest features. The new AutoCAD 2022 software includes features such as Installer, which reduces the number of steps needed for the initial install, Share Current Drawing, allowing other users to view or edit a drawing in the online AutoCAD Web application, and Trace, encouraging collaboration on drawing changes using the AutoCAD Web and Mobile apps. Readers can download the provided templates used for drawings in the book from the Industrial Press website. Expert author duo Shrock and Heather share their knowledge with students and instructors, including plenty of inside tips and dozens of exercises to help users get comfortable and see real progress.NEW AND/OR IMPROVED FEATURES IN BEGINNING AUTOCAD 2022:Redesigned Start Tab—There are three main sections that provide access to recent work, enabling users to carry on where they left off, and offering them access to online saved drawing files. (Included in Lesson 1)Count—The new Count feature allows users to count the instances of objects and Blocks that are placed in their drawing. (Included in Lesson 29)Floating Drawing Tabs—Users can now drag a drawing file Tab from the main AutoCAD application window to make it a separate drawing file window. This is extremely useful for those with two or more monitors. (Included in Lesson 2)

Looking to take your AutoCAD skills to the next level, but don’t know where to turn? Your search is over. AutoCAD® gurus Cheryl Shrock and Steve Heather have created the perfect learning system, packed with lessons, exercises, projects, and practical inside tips.

Refreshed screenshots and step-by-step exercises, frequently asked questions, and updated industry-specific projects highlight this edition covering the new AutoCAD 2022 software. This Exercise Workbook covers important AutoCAD commands and step-by-step procedures, including a thorough review of the latest features available (see the feature box, below), including Floating Drawing Tabs and Shared Views. All of this is reinforced by inch and metric exercises, designed to give you the practice needed to efficiently master key skills and complete more advanced projects. Plus, for the first time ever, an AutoCAD Quick Key Guide is included, providing a handy reminder for one-key shortcuts and multiple keyboard combinations.

Whether you are an instructor, a student of engineering, design, architecture, or computer graphics, or a hobbyist looking to hone your craft, you will find the Advanced AutoCAD Exercise Workbook an invaluable asset in your AutoCAD library.  New and/or Improved Features in AutoCAD 2022:

Installer–The new Installer reduces the number of steps required for the initial install, improving performance.Floating Drawing Tabs–Drag a drawing file tab from the main application window to make it a separate drawing file window and have several drawings open at once. This is particularly useful if you have two or more monitors.Shared Views–Store your designs in the Cloud for other users to view, measure, and exchange feedback.Share Current Drawing–Share a link to your drawing file and others can view or edit that drawing in AutoCAD’s online application.Trace–Turn this on so that collaborators can work together on drawing changes without altering the existing drawing.Redesigned Start Tab–Take advantage of easier access to recent work and saved drawing files from connected drives, as well as learning resources and announcements from Autodesk.

This best-selling Exercise Workbook is the perfect resource for learning and honing essential AutoCAD skills, whether you are a complete beginner, seeking to improve your 2D drawing skills, or simply interested in learning about the very latest updates. AutoCAD experts Shrock and Heather share their knowledge of the best use of this versatile program with students and instructors, including plenty of inside tips and numerous exercises to help users get comfortable and see real progress. Readers can download the provided templates used for drawings in the book from Industrial Press’s print or eBook website product pages.The new AutoCAD 2023 software builds on the features of the previous releases. Design changes include a reinvented icon on the main menus and revisions of the Model and Layout Tabs. A new button in the Count Palette, facilitating creation of a table tallying the elements in your drawing file, along with changes to the Recent Documents List and Floating File Tabs, make it easier than ever to keep track of multiple drawing files. New and/or Improved Features in Beginning AutoCAD 2023:Options Dialog Box — If you make changes in any of the Options dialog box Tabs and attempt to close the dialog box before selecting the Apply and OK buttons, a warning message dialog box will appear. (Included in the Introduction)Recent Documents List — You can now remove a file from the Recent Documents List in the Application Menu, making this handy list more applicable to your current AutoCAD projects. (Included in Lesson 1)Floating File Tabs — Thanks to continued improvements to the Floating File Tabs, you can Pin a Floating File Tab so that it remains on top of any other open or overlapping drawing file windows. (Included in Lesson 2)

For more than 20 years, AutoCAD® students, instructors, and professionals have relied on the AutoCAD Exercise Workbooks to develop and hone their use of this incredibly versatile program. Whether you are a complete beginner, seeking to improve your 2D drawing capabilities, or just interested in learning about the latest updates, the bestselling Beginning AutoCAD® 2024 Exercise Workbook is the perfect resource. With clear explanations, step-by-step instructions, inside tips, and numerous exercises, these AutoCAD experts help users make real progress in their drawing capabilities. For easy entry into working with drawing commands, users can download preset drawing templates from the provided link, or by visiting Industrial Press’s print or eBook website product pages.The new AutoCAD 2024 software builds on the features of previous releases. Improvements include a reinvented icon on the main menus, and revisions of the Shared Views Palette, making it easier than ever to collaborate with colleagues on AutoCAD projects. The new Automatic Block Placement Tool assists with positioning of commonly used blocks, facilitating quick and precise creation of detailed layouts.New and/or Improved Features in Beginning AutoCAD 2024:Automatic Block Placement Tool — This new capability assists with quickly positioning and inserting a new block into a drawing by providing placement suggestions, based on existing blocks of the same type that have already been inserted into the drawing. (Included in Lesson 29) Shared Views Palette— The design of this important tool set, intentionally created to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration on drawings, has been subtly streamlined for this latest edition. (Included in Lesson 30) Global AutoCAD 2024 Updates— New illustrations and detailed explanations and instructions throughout this new Exercise Workbook reflect the very latest in AutoCAD tools, dialog boxes, and other key elements.

Engineers Precision Data Pocket Reference has all the fundamental data that engineers need in their daily work in a convenient pocket-size book. Taping and drilling charts, hole coordinate charts with common sizes already worked out, speeds/feeds, material specs, drawing symbols and standards, CNC machine codes, plus much more. Ideal for mechanical, manufacturing, and design engineers, draftsmen, toolmakers, machinists, students, and hobbyists.

Features

This is the right choice for you if you want a pocket reference that …

Is compact, lightweight, easy-to-carry and really does fit in your pocket. Contains the essential data you need practically every day, yet is uncluttered by extraneous  information. Is organized so you can easily locate the data you need very quickly. Contains data not found in similar books, such as thread charts showing all effective sizes.

Engineers Precision Data Pocket Reference has all the fundamental data that engineers need in their daily work in a convenient pocket-size book. Taping and drilling charts, hole coordinate charts with common sizes already worked out, speeds/feeds, material specs, drawing symbols and standards, CNC machine codes, plus much more. Ideal for mechanical, manufacturing, and design engineers, draftsmen, toolmakers, machinists, students, and hobbyists.

Features

This is the right choice for you if you want a pocket reference that …

Is compact, lightweight, easy-to-carry and really does fit in your pocket. Contains the essential data you need practically every day, yet is uncluttered by extraneous  information. Is organized so you can easily locate the data you need very quickly. Contains data not found in similar books, such as thread charts showing all effective sizes.

 This is the right book for users if they’re new to AutoCAD or want to brush up on the basics, they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.  

New Features include …

·         The “New Tab” page containing two sliding content frames – Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates and online resources.

·         Dark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.

Graphics Performance dialog box making it easier to change graphics 

 This is the right book for users if they’re new to AutoCAD or want to brush up on the basics, they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.  

New Features include …

·         The “New Tab” page containing two sliding content frames – Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates and online resources.

·         Dark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.

Graphics Performance dialog box making it easier to change graphics 

This is the right book for users if they liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook, or they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn more about AutoCAD such as Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. Totally updated for AutoCAD 2015 and 2015 LT, it offers several new and improved features. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.

NEW FEATURES

The ability to capture, embed and plot maps with Geographic LocationDark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.

IMPROVED FEATURES

Enhanced Status Bar giving greater control on the tools you want displayed.Reorganized View Ribbon making it easier to control the visibility of the UCS Icon, Navigation Bar, ViewCube and Layout Tabs.Improved graphics with Line Smoothing.

This is the right book for users if they liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook, or they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn more about AutoCAD such as Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. Totally updated for AutoCAD 2015 and 2015 LT, it offers several new and improved features. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.

NEW FEATURES

The ability to capture, embed and plot maps with Geographic LocationDark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.

IMPROVED FEATURES

Enhanced Status Bar giving greater control on the tools you want displayed.Reorganized View Ribbon making it easier to control the visibility of the UCS Icon, Navigation Bar, ViewCube and Layout Tabs.Improved graphics with Line Smoothing.

Overview

For Use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only

Beginning AutoCAD 2016 Exercise Workbook is the right book for users new to AutoCAD or who want to brush up on the basics. This is a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text that helps user learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer.  

Beginning AutoCAD 2016 leads you step by step through 30 lessons that …

Provide detailed instructions, followed by exercises (which print on8 1/2” x 11” paper) for practicing the commands you just learned.Start very simple and progress to higher level skills.Introduce you to the drawing commands first.Show you how to create your own setup drawings.

New Features include …

Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frams called Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources.DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.Text Frame property, used to easily create a border around text.Text Wrap in dimensions.Closed Polyline Snapping.Rectangular and Polygonal Revision Clouds.

Improved Features include …

Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayedThe Command Preview also is enhanced to allow for the Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands.Improved graphics include Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.

Overview

For Use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only

Beginning AutoCAD 2016 Exercise Workbook is the right book for users new to AutoCAD or who want to brush up on the basics. This is a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text that helps user learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer.  

Beginning AutoCAD 2016 leads you step by step through 30 lessons that …

Provide detailed instructions, followed by exercises (which print on8 1/2” x 11” paper) for practicing the commands you just learned.Start very simple and progress to higher level skills.Introduce you to the drawing commands first.Show you how to create your own setup drawings.

New Features include …

Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frams called Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources.DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.Text Frame property, used to easily create a border around text.Text Wrap in dimensions.Closed Polyline Snapping.Rectangular and Polygonal Revision Clouds.

Improved Features include …

Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayedThe Command Preview also is enhanced to allow for the Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands.Improved graphics include Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.

This is the right book for users who liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook and want to learn more about AutoCAD’s features, including Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. This clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text is totally updated for AutoCAD 2016 and 2016 LT, and it offers several new and improved features. All exercises are easy to print on standard 8 ½" x 11" paper. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only.  New Features include …   ·         Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frames, Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources. ·         DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.  Improved Features include …   ·         Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayed. ·         Isometric Grid Pattern now displays Lines instead of Dots. ·         Command Preview is enhanced to allow for Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands. ·         Improved graphics with Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.

This is the right book for users who liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook and want to learn more about AutoCAD’s features, including Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. This clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text is totally updated for AutoCAD 2016 and 2016 LT, and it offers several new and improved features. All exercises are easy to print on standard 8 ½" x 11" paper. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only.  New Features include …   ·         Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frames, Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources. ·         DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.  Improved Features include …   ·         Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayed. ·         Isometric Grid Pattern now displays Lines instead of Dots. ·         Command Preview is enhanced to allow for Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands. ·         Improved graphics with Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.

Handy, Invaluable AutoCAD Pocket Reference. The AutoCAD Pocket Reference, Seventh Edition, at 360 pages in softcover, is indispensable and handy. Authors Cheryl R. Schrock's and Steve Heather'sAutoCAD series at Industrial Press is on our top seller's list for good reason. In the AutoCAD Pocket Reference, the authors provide easy access to the important fundamental commands, concepts, and "how to" information for everyday use. The book is divided into 13 sections. It's like an expert's cheat sheet, but much better. AutoCAD Pocket Reference is ideal for practitioners in the field. And it is perfect for students, teachers, and AutoCAD users on the go. The reference provides a quick and easy refresh -- occasional or everyday -- on the use of AutoCAD commands. This pocket reference does not substitute for either introductory or advanced AutoCAD textbooks. Its job is to bring comfort as a ready reference. Place a copy by your AutoCAD workstation. And be sure to keep a copy with your laptop, To learn AutoCAD quickly and easily, you'll want to obtain IP's Beginning AutoCAD 2014 Exercise Workbook. More experienced users should selectAdvanced AutoCAD 2014 Exercise Workbook. Both are by the same authors. Also available are Shrock's exercise workbooks for prior versions of AutoCAD.  

Handy, Invaluable AutoCAD Pocket Reference. The AutoCAD Pocket Reference, Seventh Edition, at 360 pages in softcover, is indispensable and handy. Authors Cheryl R. Schrock's and Steve Heather'sAutoCAD series at Industrial Press is on our top seller's list for good reason. In the AutoCAD Pocket Reference, the authors provide easy access to the important fundamental commands, concepts, and "how to" information for everyday use. The book is divided into 13 sections. It's like an expert's cheat sheet, but much better. AutoCAD Pocket Reference is ideal for practitioners in the field. And it is perfect for students, teachers, and AutoCAD users on the go. The reference provides a quick and easy refresh -- occasional or everyday -- on the use of AutoCAD commands. This pocket reference does not substitute for either introductory or advanced AutoCAD textbooks. Its job is to bring comfort as a ready reference. Place a copy by your AutoCAD workstation. And be sure to keep a copy with your laptop, To learn AutoCAD quickly and easily, you'll want to obtain IP's Beginning AutoCAD 2014 Exercise Workbook. More experienced users should selectAdvanced AutoCAD 2014 Exercise Workbook. Both are by the same authors. Also available are Shrock's exercise workbooks for prior versions of AutoCAD.  

The best-selling title that has been helping AutoCAD users for more than two decades is better than ever. For new users of AutoCAD®, or those simply brushing up on their skills, there is no better resource. Beginning AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook provides step-by-step instructions with corresponding screen shots illustrating exactly what the user will see when using the software. All of the new bells and whistles of AutoCAD 2017 are featured. For instance, users can now directly import a .PDF drawing, including both the geometry and text, into drawing entities that can be modified within AutoCAD.  

A Game-Changer!  

For the first time, this top-selling Workbook and the companion title Advanced AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook now include both METRIC and INCH measurements side by side, so that readers worldwide can benefit from all of the instructions and exercises. NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES

New function that allows users to convert an imported .pdf drawing, which can then be modified and customized in AutoCAD as usable geometry.Two new dimension commands, Associative Centerlines and Associative Center Marks, which are both fully editable.Dialog Box enhancements that enable custom resizing of many of the dialog boxes.Share Design View command, which lets users publish views of drawings to the Cloud and share them with others, while still protecting the original drawing files.Autodesk Home, a companion application delivering updates and patches to AutoCAD software.A refreshed cover design highlights the latest editions of the AutoCAD Exercise Workbook series.

The best-selling title that has been helping AutoCAD users for more than two decades is better than ever. For new users of AutoCAD®, or those simply brushing up on their skills, there is no better resource. Beginning AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook provides step-by-step instructions with corresponding screen shots illustrating exactly what the user will see when using the software. All of the new bells and whistles of AutoCAD 2017 are featured. For instance, users can now directly import a .PDF drawing, including both the geometry and text, into drawing entities that can be modified within AutoCAD.  

A Game-Changer!  

For the first time, this top-selling Workbook and the companion title Advanced AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook now include both METRIC and INCH measurements side by side, so that readers worldwide can benefit from all of the instructions and exercises. NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES

New function that allows users to convert an imported .pdf drawing, which can then be modified and customized in AutoCAD as usable geometry.Two new dimension commands, Associative Centerlines and Associative Center Marks, which are both fully editable.Dialog Box enhancements that enable custom resizing of many of the dialog boxes.Share Design View command, which lets users publish views of drawings to the Cloud and share them with others, while still protecting the original drawing files.Autodesk Home, a companion application delivering updates and patches to AutoCAD software.A refreshed cover design highlights the latest editions of the AutoCAD Exercise Workbook series.

The best-selling title that has been helping AutoCAD users for more than two decades is better than ever. This is THE book for users of AutoCAD® who are looking for the same great, step-by-step instruction and illustrations in the Beginning AutoCAD® Exercise Workbook and want to delve deeper into AutoCAD 2017’s features. Designed for students, teachers, and professionals in the field, the Advanced AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook includes invaluable, updated coverage of essential features for intermediate and advanced users. For example, this new book covers creating Metric master templates, border and title blocks, and dimension styles. A Game-Changer!  

For the first time, this top-selling Workbook and the companion title Beginning AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook now include both METRIC and INCH measurements side by side, so that readers worldwide can benefit from all of the instructions and exercises. NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES

PDF Import command allowing users to import a .pdf file directly into AutoCAD as usable geometry and/or text.Instructions on the Share Design View command, explaining how to share a design on the web without compromising the original drawing data.Dialog Box enhancements, plus useful Q's & A's.Two new dimension commands, Associative Centerlines and Associative Center Marks, which are both fully editable.How to send 3D model designs to a 3D printer, or save them for use at a later date.A refreshed cover design highlights the latest editions of the AutoCAD Exercise Workbook series.  

A pocket-size reference that has all the fundamental data that engineers need in their daily work. Taping and drilling charts, hole coordinate charts with common sizes already worked out, speeds/feeds, material specs, drawing symbols and standards, CNC machine codes, plus much more. This book is also a very useful reference for students in engineering and drafting programs.    Mathematical Formulas & Measurement - Solution of Right-Angled Triangles. Solution of Oblique-Angled Triangles. Areas & Dimensions Of Plane Figures. Volumes Of Solids. Distance Across Corners Of Squares & Hexagons. Coordinates For Locating Equally Spaced Holes. Sine Bar Calculations. Measuring Dovetail Slides. Rollers On A Shaft. Calculating Countersink & Spot Drill Depths. Speeds & Feeds For Milling, Drilling, Turning & Boring. Allowances For Sheet Metal Bending. Calculating Shearing Pressure For Blanking. Shear Strengths Of Materials For Blanking. Screw Thread Charts & Tapping Drill Sizes - ISO Metric Coarse. ISO Metric Fine. UNC - Unified National Course. UNF - Unified National Fine. BA - British Association. BSW - British Standard Whitworth. BSF - British Standard Fine. BSP - British Standard Pipe. BSPT - British Standard Pipe Taper. NPT - National Pipe Taper. Roll-Forming Threads - Tapping Drill Sizes. Wire Thread Inserts - Tapping Drill Sizes. Fasteners - Hexagon & Spline Socket Head Cap Screws. Dimensions For Inch Series. Clearance Drill & Counterbore Sizes For Inch Series. Dimensions For Metric Series. Clearance Drill & Counterbore Sizes For Metric Series. Hexagon & Spline Socket Flat Countersunk Head Cap Screws. Dimensions For Inch Series. Clearance Drill & Countersink Sizes For Inch Series. Dimensions For Metric Series. Clearance Drill & Countersink Sizes For Metric Series. Screw Identification Chart. Allowances and Tolerances - Terms Used For Preferred Hole & Shaft Fits. ISO Limits & Fits For Holes. ISO Limits & Fits For Shafts. Surface Texture. Drawing Standards - Types of Lines. Drawing Sheet Sizes - Inch & Metric. ASME & ISO Geometric Symbols Comparison Chart. Common Abbreviations Used. Computer Numerical Control - Letter Addresses Used In Numerical Control. G-Code Addresses. Miscellaneous Function Words From EIA Standard. Conversion Factors & Equivalent Charts - Decimal, Fractional & Number Drill Size Equivalent Charts. Inches To Millimeters. Millimeters To Inches. Fractional Inches To Millimeters. Common Conversion Factors. Hardness Comparison Table. Heat, Mass & Weight Of Elements.

This is the right book for users if they’re new to AutoCAD or want to brush up on the basics, they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.   New Features include …·         The “New Tab” page containing two sliding content frames – Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates and online resources.·         Dark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.Graphics Performance dialog box making it easier to change graphics  ·         Totally updated for AutoCAD 2015 and 2015 LT. ·         Improved Features include … Enhanced Status Bar giving greater control on the tools you want displayed; Reorganized View Ribbon making it easier to control the visibility of the UCS Icon, Navigation Bar, ViewCube and Layout Tabs; and Improved graphics with Line Smoothing. ·         Ideal for classroom instruction or as a self-study tutorial. ·         Includes 30 lessons with step by step instructions followed by exercises designed for practicing the commands learned within the lesson.  ·         Each lesson starts very simple and progresses to more complex.  ·         The approach taken is to familiarize users with the drawing commands first, and then teach users to create their own setup drawings.  Each lesson is explained clearly and in a non-intimidating manner.

This is the right book for users if they liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook, or they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn more about AutoCAD such as Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. Totally updated for AutoCAD 2015 and 2015 LT, it offers several new and improved features. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.NEW FEATURESThe ability to capture, embed and plot maps with Geographic LocationDark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.IMPROVED FEATURESEnhanced Status Bar giving greater control on the tools you want displayed.Reorganized View Ribbon making it easier to control the visibility of the UCS Icon, Navigation Bar, ViewCube and Layout Tabs.Improved graphics with Line Smoothing.Cheryl R. Shrock recently retired as Professor and Chairperson of Computer Aided Design at Orange Coast College (CA) where she had taught since 1990.  She is an Autodesk® registered author. Previous to teaching, she owned and operated a commercial product and machine design company, using CAD to create and document designs. This book draws upon both her teaching and industry experience.Steve Heather has 30-plus years of experience as a practicing mechanical engineer and has taught AutoCAD to engineering and architectural students at the college level. He is an authorized AutoCAD beta tester and a member of AutoCAD Connected Desktop Customer Council.

This is the right book for users who liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook and want to learn more about AutoCAD’s features, including Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. This clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text is totally updated for AutoCAD 2016 and 2016 LT, and it offers several new and improved features. All exercises are easy to print on standard 8 ½" x 11" paper. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only.  New Features include …  ·         Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frames, Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources.·         DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.  Improved Features include …  ·         Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayed.·         Isometric Grid Pattern now displays Lines instead of Dots.·         Command Preview is enhanced to allow for Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands.·         Improved graphics with Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.Cheryl Shrock recently retired as Professor and Chairperson of Computer Aided Design at Orange Coast College in California, where she had taught since 1990. She is an Autodesk® registered author. Previous to teaching, she owned and operated a commercial product and machine design company, using CAD to create and document designs. This book draws upon both her teaching and industry experience.    Steve Heather has 30-plus years of experience as a practicing mechanical engineer and has taught AutoCAD to engineering and architectural students at the college level. He is an authorized AutoCAD beta tester and a member of AutoCAD Connected Desktop Customer Council. Steve lives near Canterbury, England, and welcomes your questions or comments at: steve.heather@live.com.

World-class AutoCAD expert Steve Heather, co-author with Cheryl Shrock of the Beginning AutoCAD Exercise Workbook, Advanced AutoCAD Exercise Workbook, and the AutoCAD Pocket Reference, has written this ground-breaking text, covering step-by-step 3D applications for all AutoCAD users.  The AutoCAD® 3D Modeling Exercise Workbook is designed for classroom instruction and self-study alike, and is suitable for both inch and metric users. There are 8 lessons and 4 modeling projects, all of which are heavily illustrated, for visual learners.Each lesson starts with step-by-step instructions on how to create 3D solid models, followed by exercises designed for practicing the commands readers learned within that lesson. The modeling projects are designed so that users can create complex 3D models by combining many of the commands learned within the previous lessons.Downloadable sample files are provided to accompany some of the lessons and modeling projects, so readers can follow along and customize their creations to suit their own needs.Written by Steve Heather, bestselling author and official Beta Tester of AutoCAD software, this is an invaluable resource for the thousands of designers, architects, and manufacturers who are using AutoCAD to create their own 3D models and transfer them to a 3D printer for manufacturing and use in the real world. If you want to learn more about cutting-edge 3D design, printing, and more using AutoCAD, the AutoCAD 3D Modeling Exercise Workbook is for you.Read what author Steve Heather has to say about 3D modeling and his best-selling new AutoCAD Exercise Workbook.Click here for an interview with Steve Heather in our 3D modeling newsletter.If you like this book, also check out the Beginning AutoCAD 2019 Exercise Workbook andAutoCAD Pocket Reference, 8th Edition  and the newBeginning AutoCAD 2021 Exercise WorkbookSteve Heather is a former Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Aided Design in England, UK.  For the past 8 years, he has been a Beta Tester for Autodesk®, testing the latest AutoCAD® software.  He is the co-author of the bestselling series of Beginning and Advanced AutoCAD® Exercise Workbooks. Previous to teaching, and for more than 30 years, Heather worked as a Precision Engineer in the aerospace and defense industries.  Steve can be contacted for questions or comments at: steve.heather@live.com   ● Introduction ● Lesson 1: Selecting a Basic 3D Tool; Creating a Solid Box, Creating a Solid Cylinder; Creating a Solid Cone; Creating a Solid Sphere; Creating a Solid Pyramid; Creating a Solid Wedge; Creating a Solid Torus; Exercises ● Lesson 2: Opening the Properties Palette; Modify Solids Using the Properties Palette; Modify Solids Using the Grips; Exercises ● Lesson 3: Setting the Solid History System Variable; Chamfer the Edge of a 3D Solid Model; Modify an Existing Chamfer; Remove an Existing Chamfer; Fillet the Edge of a 3D Solid Model; Modify an Existing Fillet; Remove an Existing Fillet; Exercises ● Lesson 4: User Coordinate System (UCS); Moving the UCS; Rotating the UCS; Using the Dynamic UCS; Exercises ● Lesson 5: Orbit Tool; Move Tool; Union Tool; Subtract Tool; Intersect Tool; Exercises ● Lesson 6: 3D Rotate Tool; 3D Mirror Tool; 3D Align Tool; Exercises ● Lesson 7: Extrude Tool; Revolve Tool; Loft Tool; Sweep Tool; Exercises ● Lesson 8: Shell Tool; Helix Tool; Exercises ● Project 1: Stackable Junk Tray ● Project 2: Ornate Balcony ● Project 3: Working Platform ● Project 4: Belt Roller Assembly ● Appendix A: 3D Printing ● Appendix B: Add a Printer/Plotter.

The BeginningAutoCAD® 2018 Exercise Workbook is designed for classroom instruction and self-study alike, and is now suitable for both inch and metric users to accommodate readers around the world.  Each lesson starts with step-by-step instructions on how to master a particular task, followed by exercises designed for practicing the commands readers learned within that lesson.The 2018 version of the software boasts the new feature of being able to import SHX fonts when importing documents into AutoCAD.  With past versions, you could only import SHX fonts as objects that were included in the PDF, which meant that users could not alter the text in any way.  In this 2018 version of the software, the text will be fully editable – the same as TrueType text and fonts.  That’s a tremendous advantage for architects and designers, who use SHX fonts extensively in their drawings.Written by Cheryl Shrock and Steve Heather, two bestselling authors and official Beta Testers of AutoCAD® software, this is an invaluable resource for the thousands of students, designers, architects, and manufacturers who are just learning AutoCAD®, or getting up to speed with the latest version of the software.  New and Improved FeaturesThe ability to import SHX fonts when importing a PDF document into AutoCAD.The ability to convert single rows of text into paragraphs.All exercises will include metric equivalents alongside the original imperial (inch) measurements.Additional new features just being released by AutoCAD to beta testers.Beginning AutoCAD 2018 Exercise Workbook is the right book for users new to AutoCAD or who want to brush up on the basics. Thisis a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text that helps user learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8.5 x 11 printer.Cheryl Shrock is a retired Professor and Chairperson of Computer Aided Design at Orange Coast College in California.  The AutoCAD Exercise Workbooks are the result of both her teaching skills and her industry experience.  She is an Autodesk® registered author.  Steve Heather is a former Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Aided Design in England, UK.  For the past 8 years, he has been a Beta Tester for Autodesk®, testing the latest AutoCAD® software.  He is the co-author of the bestselling series of Beginning and Advanced AutoCAD® Exercise Workbooks.  Previous to teaching, and for more than 30 years, Heather worked as a Precision Engineer in the aerospace and defense industries.

The AdvancedAutoCAD® 2018 Exercise Workbook has been helping students, teachers, architects, designers and manufacturers to truly master the software for more than two decades.  And now this work is better than ever, with the inclusion of both inch and metric measurements side-by-side.          The 2018 version of the software boasts the new feature of being able to import SHX fonts when importing documents into AutoCAD®.  With past versions, you could only import SHX fonts as objects that were included in the PDF, which meant that users could not alter the text in any way.  In this 2018 version of the software, the text will be fully editable – the same as TrueType text and fonts.  That’s a tremendous advantage for architects and designers, who use SHX fonts extensively in their drawings.  These new features will be explained and thoroughly illustrated so they can be combined with existing AutoCAD® options, and users can maximize the full power of this versatile software.Written by Cheryl Shrock and Steve Heather, two bestselling authors and official Beta Testers of AutoCAD® software, this is an invaluable resource for the thousands of students, designers, architects, and manufacturers who are just learning AutoCAD®, or getting up to speed with the latest version of the software.The ability to import SHX fonts when importing a PDF document into AutoCAD.The ability to convert single rows of text into paragraphs.All exercises will include metric equivalents alongside the original imperial (inch) measurements.Additional new features just being released by AutoCAD to beta testers.To download a file containing the supplied preset drawings mentioned and used in this book click here.  This is the right book for users who liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook and want to learn more about AutoCAD’s features, including Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. This clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text is totally updated for AutoCAD 2018 and 2018 LT, and it offers several new and improved features. All exercises are easy to print on standard 8 ½" x 11" paper. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2018 only.Cheryl Shrock is a retired Professor and Chairperson of Computer Aided Design at Orange Coast College in California. The AutoCAD Exercise Workbooks are the result of both her teaching skills and her industry experience. She is an Autodesk® registered author.  Steve Heather is a former Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Aided Design in England, UK. For the past 8 years, he has been a Beta Tester for Autodesk®, testing the latest AutoCAD® software. He is the co-author of the bestselling series of Beginning and Advanced AutoCAD® Exercise Workbooks. Previous to teaching, and for more than 30 years, Heather worked as a Precision Engineer in the aerospace and defense industries.

Everyone needs a refresher sometimes. The 8th edition of the AutoCAD Pocket Reference provides easy access to everyday information needed by AutoCAD users, including concepts, how-to, and fundamental commands. The pictures, explanations, and index are unparalleled by other references, as are the price and size. This 8th edition has been improved with the inclusion of both inch and metric measurements throughout to appeal to a more global audience. And now, with the inclusion of special CAD-tips throughout, this is the perfect cheat sheet reference, written by two of the foremost AutoCAD expert teachers. ALL NEW CAD TIPS WOVEN THROUGHOUT FOR VISUAL ENGAGEMENT! For the first time, this time-saving resource includes CAD Tips throughout the book to further engage readers and provide valuable insider information from a longtime expert in the field. NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES: All exercises will now include metric equivalents alongside the original imperial measurements.Drawing Compare and Shared Views making working with clients and 3rd parties infinitely easier. New CAD Tips scattered throughout the book, providing shortcuts and suggestions from our expert author. Additional new features being released by AutoCAD to beta testers.

Just as the AutoCAD software continues to be improved and perfected, so does the Beginning AutoCAD® Exercise Workbook. This work is truly the ideal package from which to learn AutoCAD, whether you're a complete beginner, or simply learning about the latest features. The new AutoCAD 2022 software includes features such as Installer, which reduces the number of steps needed for the initial install, Share Current Drawing, allowing other users to view or edit a drawing in the online AutoCAD Web application, and Trace, encouraging collaboration on drawing changes using the AutoCAD Web and Mobile apps. Readers can download the provided templates used for drawings in the book from the Industrial Press website. Expert author duo Shrock and Heather share their knowledge with students and instructors, including plenty of inside tips and dozens of exercises to help users get comfortable and see real progress.NEW AND/OR IMPROVED FEATURES IN BEGINNING AUTOCAD 2022:Redesigned Start Tab—There are three main sections that provide access to recent work, enabling users to carry on where they left off, and offering them access to online saved drawing files. (Included in Lesson 1)Count—The new Count feature allows users to count the instances of objects and Blocks that are placed in their drawing. (Included in Lesson 29)Floating Drawing Tabs—Users can now drag a drawing file Tab from the main AutoCAD application window to make it a separate drawing file window. This is extremely useful for those with two or more monitors. (Included in Lesson 2)

Looking to take your AutoCAD skills to the next level, but don’t know where to turn? Your search is over. AutoCAD® gurus Cheryl Shrock and Steve Heather have created the perfect learning system, packed with lessons, exercises, projects, and practical inside tips.

Refreshed screenshots and step-by-step exercises, frequently asked questions, and updated industry-specific projects highlight this edition covering the new AutoCAD 2022 software. This Exercise Workbook covers important AutoCAD commands and step-by-step procedures, including a thorough review of the latest features available (see the feature box, below), including Floating Drawing Tabs and Shared Views. All of this is reinforced by inch and metric exercises, designed to give you the practice needed to efficiently master key skills and complete more advanced projects. Plus, for the first time ever, an AutoCAD Quick Key Guide is included, providing a handy reminder for one-key shortcuts and multiple keyboard combinations.

Whether you are an instructor, a student of engineering, design, architecture, or computer graphics, or a hobbyist looking to hone your craft, you will find the Advanced AutoCAD Exercise Workbook an invaluable asset in your AutoCAD library.  New and/or Improved Features in AutoCAD 2022:

Installer–The new Installer reduces the number of steps required for the initial install, improving performance.Floating Drawing Tabs–Drag a drawing file tab from the main application window to make it a separate drawing file window and have several drawings open at once. This is particularly useful if you have two or more monitors.Shared Views–Store your designs in the Cloud for other users to view, measure, and exchange feedback.Share Current Drawing–Share a link to your drawing file and others can view or edit that drawing in AutoCAD’s online application.Trace–Turn this on so that collaborators can work together on drawing changes without altering the existing drawing.Redesigned Start Tab–Take advantage of easier access to recent work and saved drawing files from connected drives, as well as learning resources and announcements from Autodesk.

This best-selling Exercise Workbook is the perfect resource for learning and honing essential AutoCAD skills, whether you are a complete beginner, seeking to improve your 2D drawing skills, or simply interested in learning about the very latest updates. AutoCAD experts Shrock and Heather share their knowledge of the best use of this versatile program with students and instructors, including plenty of inside tips and numerous exercises to help users get comfortable and see real progress. Readers can download the provided templates used for drawings in the book from Industrial Press’s print or eBook website product pages.The new AutoCAD 2023 software builds on the features of the previous releases. Design changes include a reinvented icon on the main menus and revisions of the Model and Layout Tabs. A new button in the Count Palette, facilitating creation of a table tallying the elements in your drawing file, along with changes to the Recent Documents List and Floating File Tabs, make it easier than ever to keep track of multiple drawing files. New and/or Improved Features in Beginning AutoCAD 2023:Options Dialog Box — If you make changes in any of the Options dialog box Tabs and attempt to close the dialog box before selecting the Apply and OK buttons, a warning message dialog box will appear. (Included in the Introduction)Recent Documents List — You can now remove a file from the Recent Documents List in the Application Menu, making this handy list more applicable to your current AutoCAD projects. (Included in Lesson 1)Floating File Tabs — Thanks to continued improvements to the Floating File Tabs, you can Pin a Floating File Tab so that it remains on top of any other open or overlapping drawing file windows. (Included in Lesson 2)

For more than 20 years, AutoCAD® students, instructors, and professionals have relied on the AutoCAD Exercise Workbooks to develop and hone their use of this incredibly versatile program. Whether you are a complete beginner, seeking to improve your 2D drawing capabilities, or just interested in learning about the latest updates, the bestselling Beginning AutoCAD® 2024 Exercise Workbook is the perfect resource. With clear explanations, step-by-step instructions, inside tips, and numerous exercises, these AutoCAD experts help users make real progress in their drawing capabilities. For easy entry into working with drawing commands, users can download preset drawing templates from the provided link, or by visiting Industrial Press’s print or eBook website product pages.The new AutoCAD 2024 software builds on the features of previous releases. Improvements include a reinvented icon on the main menus, and revisions of the Shared Views Palette, making it easier than ever to collaborate with colleagues on AutoCAD projects. The new Automatic Block Placement Tool assists with positioning of commonly used blocks, facilitating quick and precise creation of detailed layouts.New and/or Improved Features in Beginning AutoCAD 2024:Automatic Block Placement Tool — This new capability assists with quickly positioning and inserting a new block into a drawing by providing placement suggestions, based on existing blocks of the same type that have already been inserted into the drawing. (Included in Lesson 29) Shared Views Palette— The design of this important tool set, intentionally created to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration on drawings, has been subtly streamlined for this latest edition. (Included in Lesson 30) Global AutoCAD 2024 Updates— New illustrations and detailed explanations and instructions throughout this new Exercise Workbook reflect the very latest in AutoCAD tools, dialog boxes, and other key elements.

Engineers Precision Data Pocket Reference has all the fundamental data that engineers need in their daily work in a convenient pocket-size book. Taping and drilling charts, hole coordinate charts with common sizes already worked out, speeds/feeds, material specs, drawing symbols and standards, CNC machine codes, plus much more. Ideal for mechanical, manufacturing, and design engineers, draftsmen, toolmakers, machinists, students, and hobbyists.

Features

This is the right choice for you if you want a pocket reference that …

Is compact, lightweight, easy-to-carry and really does fit in your pocket. Contains the essential data you need practically every day, yet is uncluttered by extraneous  information. Is organized so you can easily locate the data you need very quickly. Contains data not found in similar books, such as thread charts showing all effective sizes.

Engineers Precision Data Pocket Reference has all the fundamental data that engineers need in their daily work in a convenient pocket-size book. Taping and drilling charts, hole coordinate charts with common sizes already worked out, speeds/feeds, material specs, drawing symbols and standards, CNC machine codes, plus much more. Ideal for mechanical, manufacturing, and design engineers, draftsmen, toolmakers, machinists, students, and hobbyists.

Features

This is the right choice for you if you want a pocket reference that …

Is compact, lightweight, easy-to-carry and really does fit in your pocket. Contains the essential data you need practically every day, yet is uncluttered by extraneous  information. Is organized so you can easily locate the data you need very quickly. Contains data not found in similar books, such as thread charts showing all effective sizes.

 This is the right book for users if they’re new to AutoCAD or want to brush up on the basics, they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.  

New Features include …

·         The “New Tab” page containing two sliding content frames – Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates and online resources.

·         Dark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.

Graphics Performance dialog box making it easier to change graphics 

 This is the right book for users if they’re new to AutoCAD or want to brush up on the basics, they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.  

New Features include …

·         The “New Tab” page containing two sliding content frames – Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates and online resources.

·         Dark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.

Graphics Performance dialog box making it easier to change graphics 

This is the right book for users if they liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook, or they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn more about AutoCAD such as Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. Totally updated for AutoCAD 2015 and 2015 LT, it offers several new and improved features. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.

NEW FEATURES

The ability to capture, embed and plot maps with Geographic LocationDark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.

IMPROVED FEATURES

Enhanced Status Bar giving greater control on the tools you want displayed.Reorganized View Ribbon making it easier to control the visibility of the UCS Icon, Navigation Bar, ViewCube and Layout Tabs.Improved graphics with Line Smoothing.

This is the right book for users if they liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook, or they’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or they want to learn more about AutoCAD such as Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. Totally updated for AutoCAD 2015 and 2015 LT, it offers several new and improved features. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2015 only.

NEW FEATURES

The ability to capture, embed and plot maps with Geographic LocationDark color interface which includes the Ribbon, Status Bar and Palettes. This contrasts with the dark model space and reduces eye strain.

IMPROVED FEATURES

Enhanced Status Bar giving greater control on the tools you want displayed.Reorganized View Ribbon making it easier to control the visibility of the UCS Icon, Navigation Bar, ViewCube and Layout Tabs.Improved graphics with Line Smoothing.

Overview

For Use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only

Beginning AutoCAD 2016 Exercise Workbook is the right book for users new to AutoCAD or who want to brush up on the basics. This is a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text that helps user learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer.  

Beginning AutoCAD 2016 leads you step by step through 30 lessons that …

Provide detailed instructions, followed by exercises (which print on8 1/2” x 11” paper) for practicing the commands you just learned.Start very simple and progress to higher level skills.Introduce you to the drawing commands first.Show you how to create your own setup drawings.

New Features include …

Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frams called Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources.DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.Text Frame property, used to easily create a border around text.Text Wrap in dimensions.Closed Polyline Snapping.Rectangular and Polygonal Revision Clouds.

Improved Features include …

Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayedThe Command Preview also is enhanced to allow for the Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands.Improved graphics include Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.

Overview

For Use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only

Beginning AutoCAD 2016 Exercise Workbook is the right book for users new to AutoCAD or who want to brush up on the basics. This is a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text that helps user learn AutoCAD quickly and easily. All exercises print easily on a standard 8 ½” x 11” printer.  

Beginning AutoCAD 2016 leads you step by step through 30 lessons that …

Provide detailed instructions, followed by exercises (which print on8 1/2” x 11” paper) for practicing the commands you just learned.Start very simple and progress to higher level skills.Introduce you to the drawing commands first.Show you how to create your own setup drawings.

New Features include …

Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frams called Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources.DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.Text Frame property, used to easily create a border around text.Text Wrap in dimensions.Closed Polyline Snapping.Rectangular and Polygonal Revision Clouds.

Improved Features include …

Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayedThe Command Preview also is enhanced to allow for the Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands.Improved graphics include Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.

This is the right book for users who liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook and want to learn more about AutoCAD’s features, including Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. This clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text is totally updated for AutoCAD 2016 and 2016 LT, and it offers several new and improved features. All exercises are easy to print on standard 8 ½" x 11" paper. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only.  New Features include …   ·         Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frames, Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources. ·         DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.  Improved Features include …   ·         Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayed. ·         Isometric Grid Pattern now displays Lines instead of Dots. ·         Command Preview is enhanced to allow for Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands. ·         Improved graphics with Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.

This is the right book for users who liked the author’s “Beginning AutoCAD” workbook and want to learn more about AutoCAD’s features, including Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. This clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text is totally updated for AutoCAD 2016 and 2016 LT, and it offers several new and improved features. All exercises are easy to print on standard 8 ½" x 11" paper. For use with the PC version of AutoCAD 2016 only.  New Features include …   ·         Start Tab page, containing two sliding content frames, Learn and Create, enabling you to quickly access recent drawing files, templates, product updates, and online resources. ·         DIM command, allowing you to create dimensions based on a selected object.  Improved Features include …   ·         Enhanced Status Bar, giving you greater control of the tools you want displayed. ·         Isometric Grid Pattern now displays Lines instead of Dots. ·         Command Preview is enhanced to allow for Blend, Erase, Scale, Stretch, and Rotate commands. ·         Improved graphics with Line Smoothing and the display of perfect curves.

Handy, Invaluable AutoCAD Pocket Reference. The AutoCAD Pocket Reference, Seventh Edition, at 360 pages in softcover, is indispensable and handy. Authors Cheryl R. Schrock's and Steve Heather'sAutoCAD series at Industrial Press is on our top seller's list for good reason. In the AutoCAD Pocket Reference, the authors provide easy access to the important fundamental commands, concepts, and "how to" information for everyday use. The book is divided into 13 sections. It's like an expert's cheat sheet, but much better. AutoCAD Pocket Reference is ideal for practitioners in the field. And it is perfect for students, teachers, and AutoCAD users on the go. The reference provides a quick and easy refresh -- occasional or everyday -- on the use of AutoCAD commands. This pocket reference does not substitute for either introductory or advanced AutoCAD textbooks. Its job is to bring comfort as a ready reference. Place a copy by your AutoCAD workstation. And be sure to keep a copy with your laptop, To learn AutoCAD quickly and easily, you'll want to obtain IP's Beginning AutoCAD 2014 Exercise Workbook. More experienced users should selectAdvanced AutoCAD 2014 Exercise Workbook. Both are by the same authors. Also available are Shrock's exercise workbooks for prior versions of AutoCAD.  

Handy, Invaluable AutoCAD Pocket Reference. The AutoCAD Pocket Reference, Seventh Edition, at 360 pages in softcover, is indispensable and handy. Authors Cheryl R. Schrock's and Steve Heather'sAutoCAD series at Industrial Press is on our top seller's list for good reason. In the AutoCAD Pocket Reference, the authors provide easy access to the important fundamental commands, concepts, and "how to" information for everyday use. The book is divided into 13 sections. It's like an expert's cheat sheet, but much better. AutoCAD Pocket Reference is ideal for practitioners in the field. And it is perfect for students, teachers, and AutoCAD users on the go. The reference provides a quick and easy refresh -- occasional or everyday -- on the use of AutoCAD commands. This pocket reference does not substitute for either introductory or advanced AutoCAD textbooks. Its job is to bring comfort as a ready reference. Place a copy by your AutoCAD workstation. And be sure to keep a copy with your laptop, To learn AutoCAD quickly and easily, you'll want to obtain IP's Beginning AutoCAD 2014 Exercise Workbook. More experienced users should selectAdvanced AutoCAD 2014 Exercise Workbook. Both are by the same authors. Also available are Shrock's exercise workbooks for prior versions of AutoCAD.  

The best-selling title that has been helping AutoCAD users for more than two decades is better than ever. For new users of AutoCAD®, or those simply brushing up on their skills, there is no better resource. Beginning AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook provides step-by-step instructions with corresponding screen shots illustrating exactly what the user will see when using the software. All of the new bells and whistles of AutoCAD 2017 are featured. For instance, users can now directly import a .PDF drawing, including both the geometry and text, into drawing entities that can be modified within AutoCAD.  

A Game-Changer!  

For the first time, this top-selling Workbook and the companion title Advanced AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook now include both METRIC and INCH measurements side by side, so that readers worldwide can benefit from all of the instructions and exercises. NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES

New function that allows users to convert an imported .pdf drawing, which can then be modified and customized in AutoCAD as usable geometry.Two new dimension commands, Associative Centerlines and Associative Center Marks, which are both fully editable.Dialog Box enhancements that enable custom resizing of many of the dialog boxes.Share Design View command, which lets users publish views of drawings to the Cloud and share them with others, while still protecting the original drawing files.Autodesk Home, a companion application delivering updates and patches to AutoCAD software.A refreshed cover design highlights the latest editions of the AutoCAD Exercise Workbook series.

The best-selling title that has been helping AutoCAD users for more than two decades is better than ever. For new users of AutoCAD®, or those simply brushing up on their skills, there is no better resource. Beginning AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook provides step-by-step instructions with corresponding screen shots illustrating exactly what the user will see when using the software. All of the new bells and whistles of AutoCAD 2017 are featured. For instance, users can now directly import a .PDF drawing, including both the geometry and text, into drawing entities that can be modified within AutoCAD.  

A Game-Changer!  

For the first time, this top-selling Workbook and the companion title Advanced AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook now include both METRIC and INCH measurements side by side, so that readers worldwide can benefit from all of the instructions and exercises. NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES

New function that allows users to convert an imported .pdf drawing, which can then be modified and customized in AutoCAD as usable geometry.Two new dimension commands, Associative Centerlines and Associative Center Marks, which are both fully editable.Dialog Box enhancements that enable custom resizing of many of the dialog boxes.Share Design View command, which lets users publish views of drawings to the Cloud and share them with others, while still protecting the original drawing files.Autodesk Home, a companion application delivering updates and patches to AutoCAD software.A refreshed cover design highlights the latest editions of the AutoCAD Exercise Workbook series.

The best-selling title that has been helping AutoCAD users for more than two decades is better than ever. This is THE book for users of AutoCAD® who are looking for the same great, step-by-step instruction and illustrations in the Beginning AutoCAD® Exercise Workbook and want to delve deeper into AutoCAD 2017’s features. Designed for students, teachers, and professionals in the field, the Advanced AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook includes invaluable, updated coverage of essential features for intermediate and advanced users. For example, this new book covers creating Metric master templates, border and title blocks, and dimension styles. A Game-Changer!  

For the first time, this top-selling Workbook and the companion title Beginning AutoCAD® 2017 Exercise Workbook now include both METRIC and INCH measurements side by side, so that readers worldwide can benefit from all of the instructions and exercises. NEW AND IMPROVED FEATURES

PDF Import command allowing users to import a .pdf file directly into AutoCAD as usable geometry and/or text.Instructions on the Share Design View command, explaining how to share a design on the web without compromising the original drawing data.Dialog Box enhancements, plus useful Q's & A's.Two new dimension commands, Associative Centerlines and Associative Center Marks, which are both fully editable.How to send 3D model designs to a 3D printer, or save them for use at a later date.A refreshed cover design highlights the latest editions of the AutoCAD Exercise Workbook series.