Up and Running with AutoCAD 2019: 2D Drafting and Design

Focuses on 2D drafting and design, making it more appropriate for a one-semester course. The book provides step-by-step instruction, examples, and insightful explanations. From the beginning, the book emphasizes core concepts and the practical application of AutoCAD in engineering, architecture, and design.

Equally useful in instructor-led classroom training, self-study, or as a professional reference, the book is written with the user in mind by a long-time AutoCAD professional and instructor based on what works in the industry and the classroom.

Strips away complexities and reduces AutoCAD to easy-to-understand, basic concepts

Teaches the essentials of operating AutoCAD first, immediately building student confidence

Documents commands in a step-by-step explanation, including what the student needs to type in and how AutoCAD responds

Includes new exercises and projects for the AutoCAD 2019 version

Offers online bonus content on AutoCAD 3D basics