Mastering AutoCAD 2012 and AutoCAD LT 2012

Each year, Mastering AutoCAD appears at the top of the AutoCAD book sales charts, and it is the worlds all-time best-selling AutoCAD series, with more than a half million copies in print.Mastering AutoCAD teaches AutoCAD essentials using concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects for both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. This detailed resource works as both a tutorial and stand-alone reference. Part I introduces the basics of the interface and drafting tools; Part II moves into such intermediate skills as effectively using hatches, fields, and tables;  Part III details such advanced skills as attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves and solid fills; Part IV explores 3D modeling and imaging; and Part V discusses customization and integration. The supporting DVD includes all the project files necessary for the tutorials, at least a dozen video tutorials, a trial version of AutoCAD, and additional tools and utilities.