Complete 2D Drafting Using AutoCAD 2013

Unlike many AutoCAD competitors, this book covers all of the 2D tools in AutoCAD 2013 and uses mixed units - inches, meters, feet, kilometers, etc., to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing functions of this popular application. Use the DVD to set up drawing exercises and projects, see all of the book s figures in color, and draw with AutoCAD 2013. Complete 2D Drafting Using AutoCAD(r) 2013 includes 80 exercises or mini-workshops, that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Chapters 11 to 20 will cover the more advanced 2D features and functions of AutoCAD 2013.This book is an ideal source to prepare the reader to pass the two Autodesk exams to earn the prestigious ACA (AutoCAD Certified Associate) and ACP (AutoCAD Certified Professional). This book covers all the 2D subjects mentioned in the exam and more.Brief Table of Contents: 1: AutoCAD 2013 Basics.2: Precise Drafting in AutoCAD 2013.3: Modifying Commands.4: Construction Commands.5: Layers and Inquiry Commands.6: Blocks and Hatch.7: Text and Tables.8: Dimensioning.9: Plotting.10: Projects.11: Using All Advanced 2D Drafting Commands.12: Know The Most Important Advanced Techniques.13: Know All About Parametric Constraint.14: Create Dynamic Blocks.15: Create, Edit, Extract Block Attributes.16: Use External Reference for Team Collaboration.17: Know All About Sheet Sets.18: Know All About CAD Standards, Checking, Utilizing the More Advanced Layer Functions.19: Using Autodesk Design Review for Markups.20: Using Markup Set Manage