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Hands-On AutoCAD

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ISBN-10: 0078612209

ISBN-13: 9780078612206

Edition: 2005 (Student Manual, Study Guide, etc.)

Authors: Timothy M. Looney, Timothy M. Looney

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List price: $88.60
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
Publication date: 6/4/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 752
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.70" long x 1.18" tall
Weight: 3.344
Language: English

Drawing Setup
Introduction to Design and Drafting
Drawing Media
Plotters and Printers
Drawing Sheet Specifications
Changing a Technical Drawing
Drawing Storage
Drawing Reproduction
Introduction to AutoCAD
Turn Toolbars On and Off
Working with Drawing Files
Create a New Drawing
Save a Drawing File
Change the Automatic Save Time
AutoCAD's Help System
Obtain AutoCAD Help
Introduction to Coordinate Systems
AutoCAD Drawing Commands
Create Points in AutoCAD
Create a Line Using the Mouse
Create a Line Using Absolute Coordinates
Create a Line Using Relative Coordinates
Create a Line Using Polar Coordinates
Drafting Settings
Use Polar Tracking
Create Lines Using Object Snaps
Units of Measure
Basic Editing Commands
Offset a Line
Trim a Line
Extend a Line
Single-Line Text
Add Text to a Drawing
Maneuvering in AutoCAD
Create a New Text Style
Zooming
Panning
Other Useful Commands
Specifying Drawing Limits
AutoCAD Project: ANSI/ASME Border and Title Block
Teamwork Project: Research CAD Tools
Chapter 1 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Sketching and Developing Ideas
Sketching
Using the SKETCH Command
Effect of SKPOLY on Sketching
Basic AutoCAD Drawing Tools
Creating a Circle
Positioning a Circle
Creating an Arc
Creating Polylines
Erasing Objects
Object Selection
Printing an AutoCAD Drawing
Hand Drawing
Drawing to Scale
Hand Lettering
Lettering by Hand
The Design Process
Traditional vs. Concurrent Engineering
AutoCAD Project: Koi Pond
Teamwork Project: Children's Playground
Chapter 2 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Manipulating CAD Objects
Pattern Development
Basic Pattern Shapes
Calculating the Length of a Cylinder Wall
Transition Pieces
Drawing Commands
Drawing Basic Rectangles
Creating an Inscribed Polygon
Editing AutoCAD Objects
Moving Objects
Copying Objects Using a Known Displacement
Editing Text
Mirroring Lines
Drawing a Digital Stamp
Informal Editing: Using Grips
AutoCAD Project: Clothing Pattern Development
Teamwork Project: Decorative Box Design
Chapter 3 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Pictorial Representations
Overview of Pictorial Drawings
Axonometric Drawings
Create an Isometric Box Projection
Using the ELLIPSE Command
Create an Isocircle
Drawing an Inclined Plane
Create a Dimetric View
Create a Trimetric Projection
Oblique Projections
Cavalier Projection of a Drive Shaft
Cabinet Projection of a Decorative Molding
Perspective Projections
One-Point Perspective View
Two-Point Perspective View
Pictorial Sketches
AutoCAD Project: Decorative Mirror
Teamwork Project: Birdhouse
Chapter 4 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Mechanical CAD
Multiview Drawings
Visualization Techniques
Construction Commands
Using Xlines for Multiview Drawings
Using Rays to Construct a Bracket
Scaling a Part
Sectional Views
Creating a Hatch Pattern
Auxiliary Views
Material Selection
Cost Implications of Design
Setting Up a Mechanical Drawing
Creating Layers
Paper Space Scaling
Plotting a Mechanical Drawing
AutoCAD Project: Weight Bench
Teamwork Project: Health Club Equipment Design
Chapter 5 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Mechanical Dimensioning
Introduction to Dimensioning
Rules for Dimensioning
Create a New Dimension Style
Linear Parts and Feature Locations
Create Linear Dimensions
Create Aligned Dimensions
Dimension a Plate
Dimension a Bracket
Angular Parts and Features
Chamfer a Rectangle
Create an Angular Dimension
Holes and Round Features
Dimension a Hole Diameter
Create a Rounded Corner
Dimension an Arc
Notes and Leaders
Create Multiline Text
Create a Leader
Construct a Surface Texture Symbol
Editing Dimensions
Dimension an Isometric Drawing
AutoCAD Project: Rocket Nosecone
Teamwork Project: Dinner Table and Chairs
Chapter 6 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Electrical CAD
History of Electricity
Principles of Electricity
Electric Circuits
Electronics
Electrical CAD
Create a Simple Circuit Board Drawing
Blocks
Create a Block
Insert a Block
Use DesignCenter
Create a Custom Tool Palette
Explode a Block
Attributes
Create Attributes
Create a Parts List
AutoCAD Project: Flashlight Wiring
Teamwork Project: Household Lamp Design
Chapter 7 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Architectural CAD
Introduction to Architectural CAD
Residential Architectural Styles
Basic House Construction
Types of Architectural Drawings
Create Double-Line Walls
Edit the Wall Intersections
Finish the Shed Drawing
General Drawing Practices
Attaching an External Reference
AutoCAD Project: Floor Plan Development
Teamwork Project: New House Design
Chapter 8 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Civil Planning CAD
Civil Engineering
Symbols and Notes
Civil CAD
Use the DIST Command
Structural CAD
Use the ID Command
Creating a Civil CAD Drawing
Mark a Basement Slab
Add Studs to a Wall Section
AutoCAD Project: Backyard Garden with Retaining Wall
Teamwork Project: Community Center Plan
Chapter 9 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Weld Representations
Introduction to Welding
Welding Processes
Welding Safety
Material Selection
Welding Joints
Weld Styles
Weld Symbols
Drawing Weld Representations
Create a Fillet Representation
Experiment with Solid Fills
Weld Inspection
AutoCAD Project: Ornamental Fence
Teamwork Project: Bicycle Frame
Chapter 10 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Pipe Layout
Introduction to Piping
Types of Pipe
Pipe Connections and Fittings
Valves, Controls, and Sensors
Actuators
Pipe Drawings
Create a Pool Plumbing Schematic
Dimensioning Pipe Drawings
Editing Commands
Edit the Pool Schematic
Add a Pipe System for a Hot Tub
Add the Hot Tub
AutoCAD Project: Pneumatic Diagram for a Pick-and-Place Device
Teamwork Project: Pipe System for a Water Park
Chapter 11 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Threads, Fasteners, and Tolerancing
Mechanical Attachment
Draw and Dimension a Blind Hole
Draw and Dimension a Threaded Hole
Draw and Dimension a Counterbored Hole
Draw and Dimension a Countersunk Hole
The ARRAY Command
Create a Rectangular Array
Create a Polar Array
Tolerancing
Create a Global Tolerance Block
Create Feature Control Frames
AutoCAD Project: Robotic Arm/End Effector Interface
Teamwork Project: Utility Crane
Chapter 12 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Rotary Devices
Gears
Calculate the Speed of a Gear
Create a Spur Gear Drawing
Create a Gear Involute
Calculate the Area of a Region
Cams
Draw a Cam Profile
Bearings
AutoCAD Project: Bicycle Drive Train
Teamwork Project: Gear and Cam Integration
Chapter 13 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Basic 3D CAD
Introduction to 3D CAD
The UCS Command
Changing the 3D Viewpoint
Select Predefined Views
Rotate an Object
Wireframe Models
Surface Models
Create Surface Primitives
Create a Tabulated Surface
Create a 3D Coons Patch
Edit a Coons Patch
Solid Models
Create Solid Primitives
Create an Extrusion
Create a Revolution
Object Display Modes
Shade a Solid Model
Render an Object
Create a Perspective View
Use Clipping Planes
Mass Properties
Determine the Mass of Steel Cubes
Manipulating 3D Objects
AutoCAD Project: Plant Stand with Flowerpot
Teamwork Project: Medieval Castle
Chapter 14 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Modifying 3D Objects
Boolean Operations
Create a Union
Create a Subtraction
Create an Intersection
Editing and Extracting Information
Slice a Component
Create a Section
Create an Interference Solid
Align Two Plates
Fillet a Solid
Create a Chamfered Edge
Representing 3D Objects on Paper
Create a Title Block on a Layout
Create Viewports
Create a Multiview Drawing
Create Hidden Lines Automatically
Create an Object Profile
Create an Exploded Assembly Drawing
AutoCAD Project: TV Cabinet
Teamwork Project: Catapult
Chapter 15 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Computer-Aided Processes and Operations
Machine Tools
Exporting Files from AutoCAD
Create a WMF File
Create a Bitmap File
Inserting Items into AutoCAD
Insert a BMP File
File Maintenance
Audit a File
Recover a Drawing File
Purge a Drawing File
AutoCAD Project: Manufacturing Flow Diagram and Process Sheet
Teamwork Project: Tool Manufacturers
Chapter 16 Review
CAD Problems
Advanced CAD Problems
Appendixes
Drawing Sheet Formats
Computer Basics
Procedures for Hand-Forming Letters
Career Qualifications
Electrical Symbols
Safety and Health Issues
Glossary
Index