This beginner's guide to AutoCAD describes the most essential features of AutoCAD release 13 and helps readers grasp the main commands.

AutoCAD is the most widely used computer-aided design package in the world. Release 13 for Windows is the latest version of the software. This book is for CAD users with some experience who wish to develop their skills further.

Short tutorials in this guide address all components of Release 13 in a logical order, relating to specific command headings for immediate reference. Presented in a progressive learning sequence, this text provides an introduction to AutoCAD release 13.

'Modelling with AutoCAD' takes the CAD user familiar with 2D work on to the more stimulating challenges of 3D modelling. It begins with an introduction to wire frame models and uses this as the basis for progressing on to surface models and then solid models. It also explains the concepts of multiple viewports and model and paper space. Fully up-to-date and designed for Release 13 for Windows this highly interactive learning resource will be invaluable to students on a range of further and higher education CAD courses, and professionals working in industry will also find it a valuable reference text. Accessible and popular style Tutorial format aids learning Designed for use with Release 13 for Windows

This hands-on guide provides beginning and intermediate level AutoCAD users with a full command of Release 13. It offers easy access to specific command information and drawing problems, detailed coverage of Windows for the benefit of new AutoCAD users, a quick-start chapter to get users up and running fast, and easy-to-follow instructions for performing all essential functions. 1,000 illus.