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Autodesk AutoCAD 2013 Practical 3D Drafting and Design

Autodesk AutoCAD 2013 Practical 3D Drafting and Design

By: João Santos;

Publisher: Packt Publishing

Publication Date: 25-APR-2013

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Take your AuotoCAD design skills to the next dimension by creating powerful 3D models Obtain 2D drawings from 3D models Master AutoCAD’s third dimension Full of practical tips and examples to help take your skills to the next dimension In Detail AutoCAD is a computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting software application. AutoCAD supports both 2D and 3D formats. AutoCAD is used in a range of industries and is utilized by architects, project managers, and engineers, among others. "Autodesk AutoCAD 2013 Practical 3D Drafting and Design" will take you beyond the 2D frontier...

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Learning AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010

Learning AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010

By: Autodesk Official Training Guide

Publisher: Sybex

Publication Date: 01-DEC-2009

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Learn AutoCAD from the source! This beautiful full-color Official Training Guide from Autodesk is the perfect resource for architects, engineers, designers, and students who need a thorough guide to AutoCAD. With training provided by experts who helped create the software, the book thoroughly covers AutoCAD principles and fundamentals, including 2D drawing, design, drafting, annotations, hatching, and more. And it's packed with screen shots and real-world examples that both instruct and inspire. Practical for both self-paced learners and instructor-led study, this guide also provides...

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AutoCAD und AutoCAD LT 2012: Das offizielle Trainingsbuch

AutoCAD und AutoCAD LT 2012: Das offizielle Trainingsbuch

By: Scott Onstott

Publisher: Wiley-VCH Verlag

Publication Date: 08-JUN-2011

Insert Date: 29-JAN-2013

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Dieser AutoDesk Official Training Guide verbindet klare Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen mit aus dem Leben gegriffenen Übungen, die dem Leser Sicherheit geben - eine ideale Art, AutoCAD 2012 zu erlernen oder sich auf die offizielle AutoDesk-Zertifizierung vorzubereiten. ...

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Machine Drawing with AutoCAD

Machine Drawing with AutoCAD

By: Goutam Pohit; Goutam Ghosh

Publisher: Pearson Education India

Publication Date: 06-SEP-2005

Insert Date: 21-DEC-2012

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AutoCAD is one of the most powerful and economical software for drafting and designing available in the market today. Keeping this software as the platform, Machine Drawing with AutoCAD provides a comprehensive and practical overview of machine drawing. It follows an approach that first uses the manual mode of drafting and then AutoCAD. Starting from 2D drawing, the book takes the reader to the world of solid modeling in a 3D environment. ...

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AutoCAD 2013 und AutoCAD LT 2013. Das offizielle Trainingsbuch

AutoCAD 2013 und AutoCAD LT 2013. Das offizielle Trainingsbuch

By: Scott Onstott

Publisher: Wiley-VCH Verlag

Publication Date: 11-JUL-2012

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Das offizielle Trainingsbuch zu AutoCAD 2013 bietet Ihnen verständliche Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen und typische Aufgaben aus dem Berufsalltag - so lernen Sie AutoCAD 2013 schnell und sicher! Das Buch eignet sich zudem ideal zur Vorbereitung auf die AutoDesk-Zertifizierung. ...

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Shadow Elite: How the World's New Power Brokers Undermine Democracy, Government, and the Free Market

Shadow Elite: How the World's New Power Brokers Undermine Democracy, Government, and the Free Market

By: Janine Wedel

Publisher: Basic Books

Publication Date: 15-MAR-2011

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It can feel like we’re swimming in a sea of corruption. It’s unclear who exactly is in charge and what role they play. The same influential people seem to reappear time after time in different professional guises, pressing their own agendas in one venue after another. According to award-winning public policy scholar and anthropologist Janine Wedel, these are the powerful “shadow elite,” the main players in a vexing new system of power and influence. In this groundbreaking book, Wedel charts how this shadow elite, loyal only to their own, challenge both governments’ rules of...

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Les secrets du dessinateur AutoCAD

Les secrets du dessinateur AutoCAD

By: Patrick Diver

Publisher: Pearson France

Publication Date: 01-DEC-2010

Insert Date: 14-OCT-2012

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Vous devez dessiner et concevoir plans, cartes et schémas de construction sur ordinateur et souhaitez pour cela apprendre à maîtriser AutoCAD, le logiciel de dessin assisté par ordinateur qui compte parmi les plus employés au monde ? Quels que soient votre domaine d'activité, votre expérience d'AutoCAD ou la version dont vous disposez, cet ouvrage vous aidera à en exploiter les principales fonctionnalités, celles utilisées quotidiennement dans les bureaux d'études et les cabinets d'architectes, et vous permettra de travailler efficacement avec ce logiciel. Écrit par un spécialiste...

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Mastering AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD LT 2013

Mastering AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD LT 2013

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Publisher: Sybex

Publication Date: 05-JUN-2012

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The complete tutorial and reference to the world's leading CAD program This thoroughly revised and updated edition teaches AutoCAD using explanations, examples, instructions, and hands-on projects for both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. This detailed resource works as both a tutorial and stand-alone reference. It introduces the basics of the interface and drafting tools; explores skills such as using hatches, fields, and tables; details such advanced skills as attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves, and using solid fills; explains 3D modeling and imaging; and discusses customization and...

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AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD LT 2013 Essentials

AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD LT 2013 Essentials

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Publisher: Sybex

Publication Date: 29-MAY-2012

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A four-color, task-based guide to AutoCAD This Autodesk Official Training Guide thoroughly covers the fundamentals of AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD LT 2013 and teaches you everything you need to become quickly productive with the software. Learn to draw in 2D, shape complex curves, manage objects with layers, organize with blocks and groups, add dimensions and annotation, work with layouts, model in 3D, create realistic renderings, and more. Whether you're an aspiring CAD/CAM professional, preparing for certification, or updating your skills, this is the fast, thorough grounding you need in...

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AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD LT 2013: No Experience Required

AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD LT 2013: No Experience Required

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Publisher: Sybex

Publication Date: 19-JUN-2012

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The ideal introductory resource for Autodesk's powerful architectural design software With this hands-on guide, you'll learn how to plan, develop, document, and present a complete AutoCAD project by working on summer cabin--a fun practice project that runs throughout the book. You can follow each step sequentially or jump in at any point by downloading the drawing files from the book's companion web site. You'll also master all essential AutoCAD features, get a thorough grounding in the basics, learn the very latest industry standards and techniques, and quickly become productive with...

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AutoCAD 2010

Up and Running with AutoCAD 2010

By: Elliot Gindis

Publisher: Academic Press

Publication Date: 19-NOV-2009

Insert Date: 03-APR-2012

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Gindis introduces AutoCAD with step-by-step instructions, stripping away complexities to begin working in AutoCAD immediately. All concepts are explained first in theory, and then shown in practice, helping the reader understand what it is they are doing and why before they do it. The book contains supporting graphics (screen shots) and a summary with a self-test section at the end of each chapter. Also included are drawing examples and exercises, and two running projects that the reader works on as they progresses through the chapters Explains the why and how of AutoCAD commands: ...

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AutoCAD® 2012 and AutoCAD LT® 2012: No Experience Required

AutoCAD® 2012 and AutoCAD LT® 2012: No Experience Required

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Publisher: Sybex

Publication Date: 02-AUG-2011

Insert Date: 10-MAR-2012

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The perfect step-by-step introduction to Autodesk's powerful architectural design software With this essential guide, you'll learn how to plan, develop, document, and present a complete AutoCAD project by building a summer cabin from start to finish. You can follow each step sequentially or jump in at any point by downloading the drawing files from the book's companion web site. You'll also master all essential AutoCAD features, get a thorough grounding in the basics, learn the very latest industry standards and techniques, and quickly become productive with AutoCAD 2012. Features...

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AutoCAD 2010 LT 2010: Die praktische Referenz

AutoCAD 2010 LT 2010: Die praktische Referenz

By: Werner Sommer

Publisher: Markt+Technik Verlag

Publication Date: 28-SEP-2009

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Das Buch enthält kompakt, übersichtlich und dank der klaren Benutzerführung leicht auffindbar alle Informationen zum neuesten Release der CAD-Marktführerprogramme AutoCAD 2010 und AutoCAD LT 2010. Diese komprimierten, problemorientierten Bedien-informationen brauchen sowohl CAD-Einsteiger und -Umsteiger wie Fortgeschrittene und Profis. Alle Befehle und Funktionen werden vollständig und kurz zugleich beschrieben. Die in der Light-Version LT nicht enthaltenen Funktionen sind besonders markiert....

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AutoCAD 2011 und LT 2011: Zeichnungen, 3D-Modelle, Layouts und Parametrik

AutoCAD 2011 und LT 2011: Zeichnungen, 3D-Modelle, Layouts und Parametrik

By: Werner Sommer

Publisher: Markt+Technik Verlag

Publication Date: 30-SEP-2010

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Alles über AutoCad und AutoCAD LTFür Einsteiger, Umsteiger, AufsteigerAlle Neuerungen des Release 2011Aus dem InhaltIn diesem Buch finden Sie einfach alles: Von der ersten Linie bis zum photorealistischen 3DModell. Alles, was Sie benötigen, um mit dem Programm noch effektiver zu arbeiten, wird an Beispielen illustriert und ausführlich erläutert. Mit seinen zahlreichen Übungen eignet sich das Buch ideal fürs Selbststudium. So werden Sie mit dem Kompendium in kurzer Zeit zum AutoCAD-Profi.Über den AutorWerner Sommer beschäftigt sich seit 25 Jahren mit AutoCAD, als Trainer, als Geschäftsführer...

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Up and Running with Autocad 2011

Up and Running with Autocad 2011

By: Elliot Gindis

Publisher: Academic Press

Publication Date: 09-AUG-2010

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Get "Up and Running" with AutoCAD using Gindis’ combination of step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. The emphasis from the beginning is on core concepts and practical application of AutoCAD in Architecture, Engineering and Design. Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training or self-study, the book is written with the student in mind by a long time AutoCAD user and instructor, based on what works in the industry and the classroom. Strips away complexities, both real and perceived and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand basic concepts. Explains...

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Up and Running with AutoCAD 2011

Up and Running with AutoCAD 2011

By: Elliot Gindis

Publisher: Academic Press

Publication Date: 22-SEP-2010

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Gindis introduces AutoCAD with step by step instructions, stripping away complexities to  begin working in AutoCAD immediately.  All concepts are explained first in theory, and then shown in practice, helping the reader understand what it is they are doing and why, before they do it. Divided into three parts, the book covers beginning through advanced AutoCAD, including 3D features.  Also included is an extensive Appendix for each part, detailing additional useful CAD-related information not often found in other text books The book contains supporting graphics (screen shots) and...

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Mastering: AutoCAD® 2011 and AutoCAD LT® 2011

Mastering: AutoCAD® 2011 and AutoCAD LT® 2011

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Publisher: Sybex

Publication Date: 01-JUN-2010

Insert Date: 17-DEC-2011

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Go beyond AutoCAD essentials to create amazing 2D and 3D technical drawings AutoCADis the leading drawing software used by design and drafting professionals to create 2D and 3D technical drawings. Mastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT guides you through AutoCAD essentials using concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects for both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. You'll understand the basics of the interface and drafting tools, as well as how to effectively use hatches, fields, and tables. Details attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves, and solid...

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Mastering AutoCAD® for Mac®

Mastering AutoCAD® for Mac®

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Publisher: Sybex

Publication Date: 23-NOV-2010

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The Best Resource on the Market for Learning AutoCAD for Mac software! This comprehensive Autodesk Official Training Guide has everything you need to quickly become proficient with every aspect of Autodesk's new AutoCAD for Mac software. Award-winning author George Omura, whom most CAD designers know and respect from his all-time bestselling Mastering AutoCAD books, now applies his legendary AutoCAD expertise, approachable style, and thorough Mastering coverage to Mastering AutoCAD for Mac. You'll quickly and efficiently build skills, whether you're just beginning or are already a...

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AutoCAD 2012 and AutoCAD LT 2012 Bible

AutoCAD® 2012 & AutoCAD LT® 2012 Bible

By: Ellen Finkelstein

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Publication Date: 12-JUL-2011

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This ebook does not provide access to the DVD files. The latest version of this perennial favorite, in-depth, reference-tutorial This top-selling book has been updated by AutoCAD guru and author Ellen Finkelstein to provide you with the very latest coverage of both AutoCAD 2012 and AutoCAD LT 2012. It begins with a Quick Start tutorial, so you start creating right away. From there, the book covers so much in-depth material on AutoCAD that it is said that even Autodesk employees keep this comprehensive book at their desks. A DVD is included that features before-and-after drawings of all...

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Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2012

Mastering AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2012

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Publisher: Sybex

Publication Date: 05-JUL-2011

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A complete, detailed reference and tutorial for AutoCAD Civil 3D Autodesk's Civil 3D is the industry-leading civil engineering software, and this authoritative Autodesk Official Training Guide has been completely revised and modernized to offer you a fresh perspective on this powerful engineering package. Packed with new examples, new datasets, and new tutorials, this book shows how elements of the dynamic engineering program work together and discusses the best methods for creating, editing, displaying, and labeling all of a civil engineering project's elements. The book features...