AutoCAD is the leading CAD software in use throughout the world both in industry and academia, for the creation of 2D and 3D technical drawings. It is used by engineers, architects and draughtspeople. The new release of the AutoCAD software is expected to be published in May 2007 as AutoCAD 2008. This title is ideal for all introductory courses whether vocational or part of undergraduate programmes. Alf Yarwood provides a practical, structured course of work matched to the latest release of this software. The text includes: hundreds of full-colour drawings and screen shots illustrating the stages within the design process; worked examples and exercises linking the use of AutoCAD to real-world engineering practice; start of chapter learning outcome summaries and end of chapter revision notes and exercises to check the readers' understanding.
