by William G. Wyatt, Sr
Accessing AutoCADŽ Architecture 2009 offers
engaging step-by-step tutorials and projects that clearly
demonstrate and reinforce the real-world application of AutoCAD
ArchitectureŽ tools.
Each tool is introduced and then provides a thorough explanation of
the options of the command and how it is used in the development of
drawings.
The first 12 chapters of this book are in print
within the book and provide the necessary instruction regarding the
use of AutoCAD Architecture 2009 for creating architectural working
drawings. Chapter 13 is a
bonus, supplemental chapter which is provided as a PDF on the
back of book CD which covers drawing commercial structures.
Users gain familiarity with AutoCAD Architecture
through the use of applications that involve the creation of floor
plans, foundation plans, elevations, sections, details, and
presentation drawings for a two-story residence, including a
basement.
Additional tutorials survey techniques for creating
architectural and structural drawings for commercial buildings. The
book examines the use of the Detail Component Manager and the
keynoting of details as well as the newest features of annotation,
wall endcaps, project tool palettes, spaces and project enhancements
Features:
- Updated to the AutoCADŽ 2009 user interface
and Vista, with command access tables for each new
command that describe how to access the command from the
menu bar, command line, tool palette, and shortcut menu.
- Effective techniques and tips for using the tool
palettes, display representations, Content Browser, and
the Project Navigator show how to increase drawing
productivity.
- Step-by-step tutorials explain the development of
roof dormers and custom applications of roof slabs and
slabs..
- Features metric and Imperial tutorials with
applications of space planning and mass modeling tools
for residential and commercial buildings.
- Bonus independent projects at the end of each
chapter provide additional hands-on practice
opportunities that build skills and confidence in users.
- A back-of-book CD-ROM
includes instructional video files on the use of
commands and techniques as well as drawings for each of
the 65 step-by-step tutorials and 13 projects.
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Contents:
1. Introduction to AutoCAD Architecture.
2. Creating Floor Plans.
3. Advanced Wall Features.
4. Space Planning and Mass Modeling.
5. Placing Doors and Windows.
6. Door/Window Assemblies Curtain Walls.
7. Creating Roofs and Roof Slabs.
8. Creating Slabs for Floors and Ceilings.
9. Stairs and Railings.
10.Using and Creating Symbols.
11. Annotating and Documenting the Drawing.
12. Creating Elevations, Sections, and Details.
13. Drawing Commercial Structures.
About the
Author:
William G. Wyatt, Sr., Ed.D., is a professor at John Tyler
Community College in Chester, VA.
A certified Engineering Technician, Wyatt is an active member of the
Institute for Certification of Engineering Technicians (ICET) and
the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE).
900 Pages -
7-3/8 x 9-1/4 in.
Copyright 2009
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