Go beyond AutoCAD essentials to create amazing 2D and 3Dtechnical drawings
AutoCADis the leading drawing software used by design anddrafting professionals to create 2D and 3D technical drawings.Mastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT guides you through AutoCADessentials using concise explanations, focused examples,step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects for both AutoCADand AutoCAD LT.

You'll understand the basics of the interface and draftingtools, as well as how to effectively use hatches, fields, andtables.
* Details attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves, and solidfills, as well as exploring 3D modeling and imaging
* Explores the fully revised 3D rendering features and the new 3DSurface modeling tools
* Covers the new 2D features like the updated Hatch tools, object transparency and Isolate/Hide objects
* Discusses customization and integration, as well as usefultools and utilities
* Includes a searchable PDF of the entire book, a trial versionof AutoCAD, and before-and-after tutorial files

Accompanied by a DVD with more than a dozen video tutorials,this book will help you master AutoCAD and bring your technicaldrawings to life.