Learn the basics of AutoCAD Civil 3D easily and efficiently from the straightforward explanations and realistic exercises in Introducing AutoCAD Civil 3D 2009. In this helpful introductory guide, you will find an overview of key concepts and in-depth, detailed coverage of special topics like lines and arcs, points, surveying, parcels, surfaces, alignments, profiles, corridors, grading, sections, pipes, and project management. If you are a civil engineer or civil engineering student, you will understand how to apply AutoCAD Civil 3D to real-world, professional situations after reading this book. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

Unique in approach, Autodesk Civil 3D offers an innovative blend of core civil engineering concepts and thorough Autodesk Civil 3D instruction. It moves beyond a how-to manual, to explain why the software produces specific results and how it can be used to solve specific civil engineering problems. Flexible in design, the book begins with an overview of the software and its interface, introduces a comprehensive design project and then covers advanced usage of each of the software's capabilities. Ideal for both lecture and lab, the text uses screen shots, dialogue boxes, CAD images, and digital AutoCAD files to introduce the procedures and applications of Autodesk Civil 3D.

If you already possess some background in Civil 3D but want to broaden your understanding of this popular civil engineering software, Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2009 will provide you with detailed coverage of advanced topics like surveying, LandXML and LDT Project Transfer, cross-sections, pipe networks, visualization, project management, and data shortcuts. Many of the featured topics and techniques, directly applicable to the civil engineering profession, are previously undocumented. Practical tutorials, tips, tricks, real-world examples and easy-to-follow explanations detail all aspects of a civil engineering project. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

Two civil engineering experts present a focused, no-nonsense introduction to Autodesk's civil engineering software AutoCAD Civil 3D is the industry-leading civil engineering software, and this well-structured resource features focused discussions and practical exercises to help you quickly learn its core features. Reinforced with real-world tutorials drawn from the authors' extensive experience, it enables you to become productive in a hurry. Introducing AutoCAD Civil 3D 2010 begins with an overview of key concepts and the software's interface, then discusses styles and tools so you can understand the basics of building. After you grasp the concepts, 50 pages of exercises give you actual practice with Civil 3D's capabilities. Includes an overview of key Civil 3D concepts and gives you the interface instruction needed to immediately begin working with the program Features in-depth, detailed coverage of lines and arcs, points, surveying, parcels, surfaces, alignments, profiles, corridors, grading, sections, pipes, and project management Concludes with 50 pages of practical exercises to reinforce concepts Companion Web site includes all files needed to complete the tutorials, so you can compare your work with that of the experts Introducing AutoCAD Civil 3D 2010 is the practical reference you need to quickly become productive with Civil 3D. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

Market_Desc: · Architects· Mechanical Engineers· Civil Engineers· Students· Teachers Special Features: · Introducing AutoCAD, formerly Just Enough AutoCAD, is written by George Omura, the world s best-selling CAD author and an award-winning Autodesk Authorized Author· The book is also published by the industry-leading Autodesk Authorized Publisher· Introducing AutoCAD is fully updated for AutoCAD X s new features. The book s focused discussions and practical exercises concentrate on core AutoCAD features, enabling new AutoCAD users to quickly get up to speed· The task-based, reference approach makes Introducing AutoCAD perfect for new users, students, and those called upon to perform a simple task, such as users who traffic and manage AutoCAD drawings· Introducing AutoCAD will be the first book available on the new version of AutoCAD· Introducing AutoCAD thoroughly covers both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT, which have a combined installed base of nearly 7 million users About The Book: Award-winning and best-selling AutoCAD author George Omura developed this practical reference, formerly called Just Enough AutoCAD, to help readers learn AutoCAD basics easily and efficiently. His straightforward explanations and realistic exercises focus squarely on accomplishing vital tasks.Readers will become familiar with the drafting tools of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT and learn such essentials as how to draw accurately and quickly; effectively edit AutoCAD drawings; create 3D models; get organized with layers, blocks, groups, and external references; quickly add and edit notes and dimensions, find areas and distances quickly, and extract hidden data.

Introduces the principles and the creation of 2D technical drawings and demonstrate the construction of 3D solid and surface model drawings and rendering. This book is suitable for various users of AutoCAD and to vocational and introductory level undergraduate courses in engineering and construction.

A complete, detailed reference and tutorial for Autodesk's popular and robust civil engineering software AutoCAD Civil 3D is the industry-leading civil engineering software, and this guide by a pair of Civil 3D experts is the comprehensive reference for both novices and professionals. It focuses on teaching vital Civil 3D 2010 tips, tricks, and techniques, showing you how to use the software in real-world professional environments. After you learn the key concepts and how to work with the interface, you'll explore the best methods for creating, editing, displaying, and labeling all the parts of a civil engineering project. This comprehensive guide to the newest version of Civil 3D features coverage of all the new features, including the intersection tool Uses real-world examples and practical tutorials to teach vital Civil 3D tips, tricks, and techniques Covers the key concepts and software interface and discusses the best methods for creating, editing, displaying, and labeling a project's elements Features in-depth, detailed coverage of surveying, points, alignments, surfaces, profiles, corridors, grading, and LandXML and LDT Project Transfer Examines cross-sections, pipe networks, visualization, sheets, project management, and Vault and data shortcuts Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2010 is the in-depth guide you need to make the most of Civil 3D. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.