AutoCAD LT 2002: Basics Through Advanced
David A. Madsen, Emeritus, Clackamas Community College
Rod Rawls, Clackamus Community College

ISBN-10: 0130985996
ISBN-13: 9780130985996

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2002
Format: Paper; 930 pp
Published: 12/21/2001

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For any design drafting programs such as mechanical, architectural and electrical, and graphic design programs where AutoCAD LT 2002 is used.

Written by the best-selling AutoCAD author in the academic market, this text/workbook takes students through the systematic use of AutoCAD LT 2002—with emphasis on the proper use of drafting standards in several key disciplines.

  • NEW - The latest version of AutoCAD LT.

    • Provides students with the most current textbook in AutoCAD LT.

  • Detailed use of AutoCAD LT 2002 commands—With references to related drafting standards.

    • Allows students to practice real-world applications within the textbook.

  • Screen displays and illustrations.

    • Helps students correlate the commands and practices.

  • Icons at each heading—Identifies the related AutoCAD LT 2002 tool bar item.

    • Provides students with an instant-recognition visual for easily locating and associating topics.

  • Strong pedagogical aids throughout the text—Practice exercises, multiple-choice tests, matching and identification exercises.

    • Assists students in mastering the material.

  • “Field Notes.”

    • Provides tips, helpful hints, and cautions to help students learn AutoCAD LT 2002 in a professional manner.

  • “Learning Checkpoints.”

    • Helps students verify progress throughout each chapter.

  • Correlated drafting projects in several disciplines—Follows each chapter test series.

    • Gives students applications opportunities in areas such as mechanical, architectural/construction, electrical/electronic, civil, pipe drafting, and graphic design.

  • “Through the Window.”

    • Provides the user with instructions and applications, plus insightful tips and tricks for using windows effectively with AutoCAD LT.

  • The latest version of AutoCAD LT.

    • Provides students with the most current textbook in AutoCAD LT.



 1. An Introduction to AutoCAD LT.


 2. Introduction to Drafting with AutoCAD LT.


 3. Drawing Basic Objects.


 4. Drawing Display Control.


 5. Using Layers and Managing Object Properties.


 6. Precision Drafting Tools.


 7. Editing Your Drawing.


 8. Drawing and Editing Polylines and Double Lines.


 9. Placing Text on a Drawing.


10. Drawing Patterns and Section Lines.


11. Dimensioning a Drawing.


12. Designing and Using Your Own Symbols, Using Externally Referenced Drawing Files.


13. Multiview Drawing Layout, Plotting, and Plot Styles.


14. 3D Drafting with AutoCAD LT.


15. File Management and Data Exchange.


16. AutoCAD LT and the Internet.


17. Customizing AutoCAD LT


Appendix A: AutoCAD LT 2002 and Learning Assistance.


Appendix B: Drafting Standards.


Appendix C: Standard Support Libraries.


Appendix D: Accessibility Options.


Glossary.


Index.

AutoCAD LT® is a 2D version of the full AutoCAD software. This powerful and affordable drafting tool, which has all 2D and same 30 features of the toll AutoCAD package, is perfect for educational and business applications.

AutoCAD LT® 2002: Basics Through Advanced demonstrates this powerful tool in a clear and concise manner, focusing an the highest professional standards. This textbook takes users through the systematic use of AutoCAD LT® 2002 with emphasis on the proper use of drafting standards in several key disciplines, including mechanical, architectural, electrical/electronic, civil, pipe drafting, and graphic design. Each chapter contains frequent practice exercises, allowing users to perform what they have just learned. All methods of accessing AutoCAD LT® 2002 commands are explained.

These are some of the outstanding features of the book:

  • Through the Window: This feature presents tips and tricks for using the Windows operating system with AutoCAD LT® 2002.
  • Field Notes: These provide a variety of professional shortcuts, advanced applications, and additional instruction.
  • Screen displays and illustrations: Placed with the discussion of every topic, these figures clearly demonstrate the commands and content.
  • Learning Checkpoints: This unique feature provides questions after each related content area. This allows users to build confidence by checking their progress.
  • Tests and matching and identification exercises: Each chapter has these features to assist users in mastering the material in a variety of ways.
  • Projects: Practical drafting projects are provided at the end of each chapter for users to use AutoCAD LT 2002 in the discipline of their choice in real-world applications.
  • Contents: This text covers every aspect of AutoCAD LT® 2002, including an introduction to computer hardware and the operating system; setting up and saving drawings; drawing of all typical objects; drawing display control; using layers, linetypes, and colors; precision drafting tools; editing the drawing; polylines and double lines; text, hatch and graphic design; dimensioning; designing custom symbols; multiview layout; 30 drafting; file management; using the Internet with AutoCAD LT® 2002; accessibility options far users with special needs; and customizing AutoCAD LT®.

The Companion Website includes review questions and activities to accompany the material and activities in the text.

The Instructor's Resource Manual is available to instructors teaching this course.

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