AutoCAD 2014 Tutorial: Second Level: 3D Modeling

AutoCAD 2014 Tutorial: Second Level: 3D Modeling

<p>The primary goal of AutoCAD 2014 Tutorial - Second Level: 3D Modeling is to introduce the aspects of computer based three dimensional modeling. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for both students and professionals.</p> <p>The chapters in this book cover AutoCAD 2014 and proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing 3D wire frame models, 3D surface models, and 3D solid models to making multiview drawings and rendering images. The text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important 3D modeling techniques and concepts. This book contains a series of twelve tutorial style chapters designed to introduce CAD users to 3D modeling with AutoCAD 2014. Users upgrading from a previous release of the AutoCAD software will also find this text helpful.</p> <p>The basic premise of this book is that the more 3D designs you create using AutoCAD 2014 the better you learn the software. With this in mind each tutorial introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous chapters. By going through this book readers will establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering.</p> <p><b>Table of Contents</b></p> <ol> <li>Getting Started</li> <li>User Coordinate System (UCS) and the Z-axis</li> <li>3D Wireframe Modeling</li> <li>UCS, Viewports and Wireframe Modeling</li> <li>3D Surface Modeling</li> <li>Solid Modeling - Constructive Solid Geometry</li> <li>Regions, Extrude and Solid Modeling</li> <li>Multiview Drawings from 3D Models</li> <li>Symmetrical Features in Designs</li> <li>Advanced Modeling Tools and Techniques</li> <li>Conceptual Design Tools and Techniques</li> <li>Introduction to Photorealistic Renderings</li> </ol>