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81. |  Mastering AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2011: Autodesk Offical Training Guide By: James Wedding, P.E.; Scott McEachron Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 16-AUG-2010 Insert Date: 26-AUG-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Mastering AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2011: Autodesk Offical Training Guide
Design Your Way from Field to Finish with This Expert Guide
Create winning designs and effectively manage every stage of your projects with this Autodesk Official Training Guide for Autodesk's powerful civil engineering software. Authored by experts with close ties to the software development team and the Civil 3D community, this book offers an in-depth, tutorial-based approach that is grounded in real-world examples so that you can get the most out of Civil 3D.
Fully updated for Civil 3D 2011's new features, such as advanced tools for geospatial and earthwork analysis, this book not...
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82. |  Autodesk® Revit® Architecture 2011: No Experience Required By: Eric Wing Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 06-JUL-2010 Insert Date: 24-AUG-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Autodesk® Revit® Architecture 2011: No Experience Required
Learn Revit Architecture step by step with this project-based tutorial
Revit Architecture is the leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) software for architects and others in related fields. Written by renowned Revit trainer Eric Wing, this simple, yet engaging tutorial teaches you the program's basics.
You'll find concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and an engaging hands-on tutorial project that will take you from an introduction to the interface and Revit conventions right in to modeling a four-story office building.
Explains views, grids, and...
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83. |  Mastering: Autodesk® Revit® Architecture 2011 By: Eddy Krygiel; Phil Read; James Vandezande Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 26-JUL-2010 Insert Date: 22-AUG-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Mastering: Autodesk® Revit® Architecture 2011
The Ultimate Real-World Reference for Revit Architecture
This comprehensive guide has been completely updated to provide the most modern, detailed, and in-depth coverage of Autodesk's leading building information modeling software. This packed new edition features clear discussions of core topics that are reinforced by compelling examples and tutorials to guide you to Revit Architecture mastery.
The expert authors use real-world workflows to show you how to immediately implement and use Revit Architecture 2011 with spectacular results. They delve deeply into every crucial topic,...
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84. |  Maya® Studio Projects Dynamics By: Todd Palamar Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 02-NOV-2009 Insert Date: 22-AUG-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Maya® Studio Projects Dynamics
The only hands-on book devoted to mastering Maya's dynamics tools for water, wind, and fire
In the world of animation, the ability to create realistic water, wind, and fire effects is key. Autodesk Maya software includes powerful dynamics tools that have been used to design breathtaking effects for movies, games, commercials, and short films. This professional guide teaches you the primary techniques you need to make the most of Maya's toolkit, so you'll soon be creating water that ripples, gusting winds and gentle breezes, and flickering fires the way Hollywood pros do.
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85. |  Introducing AutoCAD® 2010 and AutoCAD LT® 2010 By: George Omura Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 24-AUG-2009 Insert Date: 12-JUL-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Introducing AutoCAD® 2010 and AutoCAD LT® 2010
Bestselling AutoCAD author George Omura presents a fast, focused course in AutoCAD essentials
George Omura is an AutoCAD expert whose clear, focused instructions have taught hundreds of thousands how to use AutoCAD. This task-based, reference approach is perfect for newcomers to AutoCAD and those who manage AutoCAD drawings.
You'll learn AutoCAD basics quickly and easily with the straightforward explanations and realistic exercises that focus squarely on accomplishing vital tasks. You'll get acquainted with the drafting tools of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT and learn such essentials as how...
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86. |  AutoCAD® 2011 & AutoCAD LT® 2011 Bible By: Ellen Finkelstein Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Publication Date: 28-JUN-2010 Insert Date: 09-JUL-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: AutoCAD® 2011 & AutoCAD LT® 2011 Bible
In-depth coverage of all new software features of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT
AutoCAD is the leading drawing software, used by design and drafting professionals to create 2D and 3D technical drawings. This popular reference-tutorial has once again been revised by AutoCAD guru Ellen Finkelstein to provide you with the most up-to-date coverage of both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT.
You'll begin with a Quick Start tutorial so that even if you're brand new to AutoCAD, you can get started working with it right away. You'll then move on to the basics of creating drawings, using commands, and specifying...
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87. |  Learning AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2010 By: Autodesk Official Training Guide Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 16-NOV-2009 Insert Date: 29-MAY-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Learning AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2010
Learn AutoCAD Civil 3D from the creators of the software!
This beautiful full-color Official Training Guide from Autodesk is the perfect resource for those just starting out or for professionals seeking to improve their Civil 3D skills or preparing for Civil 3D certification. Written by those who know Civil 3D inside and out-Autodesk experts who helped create the software-this full-color book thoroughly covers essential topics and concepts, and then reinforces your learning with pages of real-world drawings and examples.
Covers Civil 3D 2010, Autodesk's leading civil engineering...
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88. |  Mastering Revit® Structure 2010 By: Thomas S. Weir; Jamie D. Richardson; David J. Harrington Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 28-SEP-2009 Insert Date: 27-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Mastering Revit® Structure 2010
Mastering Revit Structure 2010 covers both the basics and the advanced features and functions. Written by a team of authors who are deeply involved with the Revit community, Mastering Revit Structure 2010 explains the tools and functionality in the context of professional, real-world tasks and workflows. With hands-on tutorials to demonstrate the concepts, Mastering Revit Structure 2010 is perfect for anyone who needs to learn Revit Structure 2010 quickly and thoroughly. Additionally, there is a companion Web site offers before-and-after tutorial files for downloading.
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89. |  By: Dariush Derakhshani; Randi Lorene Munn; Jon McFarland Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 09-APR-2007 Insert Date: 21-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Introducing 3ds Max® 9
Video game and feature-film artists have used 3ds Max to create Halo 2, King Kong, Myst V, and more. Now you can harness this popular animation software with the clear, step-by-step instructions in this easy-to-follow guide. This book breaks down the complexities of 3D modeling, texturing, animating, and visual effects. Clear-cut explanations, tutorials, and hands-on projects help build your skills and a special color insert includes real-world examples from talented 3ds Max beginners.
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
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90. |  AutoCAD® 2008 and AutoCAD LT® 2008 Bible Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Publication Date: 02-JUL-2007 Insert Date: 17-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: AutoCAD® 2008 and AutoCAD LT® 2008 Bible
Whether you're new to AutoCAD or a veteran, you will undoubtedly find this book to be an excellent resource.
-- Abhi Singh, AutoCAD Product Manager, Autodesk, Inc.
Here's the book that makes AutoCAD approachable
Even the people at Autodesk look to Ellen Finkelstein for AutoCAD training, so who better to teach you about AutoCAD 2008? This comprehensive guide brings veterans up to speed on AutoCAD updates and takes novices from the basics to programming in AutoLISP(r) and VBA. Every feature is covered in a logical order, and with the Quick Start chapter, you'll be creating drawings on...
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91. |  By: Kelly L. Murdock Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Publication Date: 11-AUG-2008 Insert Date: 16-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: 3ds Max® 2009 Bible
The only comprehensive reference-tutorial on 3ds Max available, this book is everyone's favorite. Whether you're a beginner looking for 3D basics or a full-fledged animator seeking new ways to dazzle viewers with your creations, it's all here. You'll find pages of professional tips, loads of advice, and more than 150 step-by-step tutorials guaranteed to build your skills and spark your creativity. A 16-page color insert highlights cutting-edge work from 3D artists. A valuable companion DVD provides all the examples and content from the book, including unique models and textures you can...
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92. |  Mastering: Autodesk® Inventor® 2010 By: Curtis Waguespack; Loren Jahraus Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 20-JUL-2009 Insert Date: 11-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Mastering: Autodesk® Inventor® 2010
A complete tutorial for the real-world application of Autodesk Inventor, plus video instruction on DVD
Used to design everything from airplanes to appliances, Autodesk Inventor is the industry-leading 3D mechanical design software. This detailed tutorial and reference covers practical applications to help you solve design problems in your own work environment, allowing you to do more with less.
It also addresses topics that are often omitted from other guides, such as Inventor Professional modules, design tactics for large assemblies, using 2D and 3D data from other CAD systems, and a...
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93. |  AutoCAD® 2009 & AutoCAD LT® 2009 All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies® By: Lee Ambrosius Publisher: For Dummies Publication Date: 12-MAY-2008 Insert Date: 09-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: AutoCAD® 2009 & AutoCAD LT® 2009 All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies®
Nobody ever said AutoCAD was easy, which is why you need AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT 2009 All-In-One Desk Reference for Dummies! These nine minibooks cover all the stuff you need to know to set up AutoCAD for 2D or 3D, create drawings, modify and share them, publish your work, and more. There’s even a minibook devoted to increasing your options with AutoCAD LT!
This one-stop guide to creating great technical drawings using AutoCAD 2009 shows you how to navigate the AutoCAD interface, set up drawings, use basic and precision tools, and use drawing objects. You’ll learn how to annotate your...
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94. |  By: David Byrnes Publisher: For Dummies Publication Date: 28-APR-2008 Insert Date: 09-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: AutoCAD® 2009 For Dummies®
AutoCAD 2009 provides all the tools you need to create presentable, usable, printable, and sharable drawings, but it's not always easy to figure out which hammer to pick up or which nail to bang on your first try. That's where AutoCAD 2009 For Dummies comes in. It gives you the clear, easy-to-follow guidance you need to take charge of this powerful drafting and design application — first time and every time.
People like you, who want to get the hang of AutoCAD quickly and without giving yourself a headache, have made previous editions of this book bestsellers! Here's a simple guide to...
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95. |  Revit® Architecture 2010: No Experience Required™ By: Eric Wing Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 11-MAY-2009 Insert Date: 07-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Revit® Architecture 2010: No Experience Required™
Author and Revit Architecture expert Eric Wing walks you through designing, documenting, and presenting a four-story office building. The continuous tutorial begins with the Revit interface and standard conventions for placing walls, doors, and windows, then progresses through the building?s design as would happen in the real world. You?ll learn how to work with structural grids, beams, and foundations; add text and dimensions; build floors layer by layer; join exterior and interior walls; and create roofs and ceilings as well as stairs, ramps, and railings. You?ll also be introduced to...
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96. |  Maya® Professional Tips and Techniques By: Lee Lanier Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 06-MAR-2007 Insert Date: 07-APR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Maya® Professional Tips and Techniques
Designed for busy Maya users like you, this guide offers dozens of how-tos, workarounds, and shortcuts culled from years of experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production pipeline. You’ll discover tricks and timesavers on texturing particles, customizing Paint Effects brushes, modeling polygon faces, creating facial rigs with wire deformers, and much more—and helpful full-color illustrations reinforce the concepts. From modeling, animating, and rigging to texturing and lighting, this book will help you streamline workflow and improve your skills.
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97. |  Introducing Revit® Architecture 2010: BIM for Beginners By: Tatjana Dzambazova; Eddy Krygiel; Greg Demchak Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 20-JUL-2009 Insert Date: 30-MAR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Introducing Revit® Architecture 2010: BIM for Beginners
Learn the leading BIM software quickly and easily with this book's detailed discussions and practical exercises
Introducing Revit Architecture 2010 presents the core features of this industry-leading building information modeling (BIM) software with focused discussions and practical exercises to get you up to speed quickly.
Real-world tutorials from the expert authors' extensive experience, along with straightforward explanations and examples, focus squarely on accomplishing vital Revit tasks. Fully illustrated and including a 16-page color insert, Introducing Revit Architecture 2010...
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98. |  Mastering AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2010 By: James Wedding; Scott McEachron Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 27-JUL-2007 Insert Date: 30-MAR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Mastering AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2010
A complete, detailed reference and tutorial for Autodesk's popular and robust civil engineering software
AutoCAD Civil 3D is the industry-leading civil engineering software, and this guide by a pair of Civil 3D experts is the comprehensive reference for both novices and professionals. It focuses on teaching vital Civil 3D 2010 tips, tricks, and techniques, showing you how to use the software in real-world professional environments.
After you learn the key concepts and how to work with the interface, you'll explore the best methods for creating, editing, displaying, and labeling all the...
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99. |  Mastering AutoCAD® 2010 and AutoCAD LT® 2010 By: George Omura Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 22-JUN-2009 Insert Date: 30-MAR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Mastering AutoCAD® 2010 and AutoCAD LT® 2010
An award-winning author presents a detailed tutorial covering every feature of this popular program
Each 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...
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100. |  Introducing Revit® Architecture 2009: BIM for Beginners By: Greg Demchak; Tatjana Dzambazova; Eddy Krygiel Publisher: Sybex Publication Date: 27-MAY-2008 Insert Date: 30-MAR-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Introducing Revit® Architecture 2009: BIM for Beginners
You don't have to be a high-tech wizard to understand the Revit software using Introducing Revit Architecture 2009: BIM for Beginners, the perfect guide for architects of any generation. Start with an overview of BIM concepts before tackling the Revit interface, then move on to use Revit's suite of editing tools. Learn how to use Revit with other applications, document the model for construction, integrate annotations into the model, utilize worksets, and collaborate in a team environment from straightforward explanations, real-world examples, and practical tutorials.
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