Mastering AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010

An award-winning author presents a detailed tutorial covering every feature of this popular programEach year, Mastering AutoCAD appears at the top of the AutoCAD book sales charts; it's the world's all-time bestselling series on the AutoCAD design software. This revision thoroughly covers all the new features and gives you a complete education in AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT.Whether you're an architect or drafter, involved in another discipline that uses CAD software, or an AutoCAD instructor, you'll benefit from Omura's comprehensive coverage.* Award-winning Autodesk Authorized Author, George Omura, has written more than 20 books on AutoCAD* Uses concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects to fully cover both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT* Introduces the basics of the interface and drafting tools, then moves into intermediate skills such as effectively using hatches, fields, and tables* Elaborates on the more important skills for real world applications like layouts, plotting, and quick 3D modeling* Showcases the newest features including parametric design, free-form 3D mesh modeling, and enhanced PDF support* Details advanced skills including attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves, and macro programming* Explores 3D modeling and imaging, and discusses customization and integration* DVD includes video tutorials, a searchable PDF of the book, before and after tutorial files, a trial version of AutoCAD 2010, and additional tools and utilitiesMastering AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010 is equally effective as a tutorial and a stand-alone reference for this extremely popular technical drawing software.Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.