Publisher's Synopsis
This book is designed for novice AutoCAD LT users that is ideal for independent study. Sykes uses a step-by-step approach and over 2000 graphics to make learning AutoCAD LT easy. This book uses print and web-based support to create a complete learning system. The features include: 150 Do This guided exercises - divided into three columns - steps, Command Sequence, and Tools; provides users with the step-by-step instructions that explain the task, show it being done, and any tools that might make it easier - along with how the results of the task should appear on the computer screen; visual approach - includes over 2000 graphics and 100 drawing files; and supports text instructions with a generous use of detailed screen shots, actual drawings, and helpful graphics. The accompanying web-site provides a self-assessment tool to test understanding of key concepts. Questions are keyed to half of the Do This exercises and act as online practice quizzes.;The features of the book also include: "Extra Steps" section - in each lesson; provides users with added features, bits of knowledge, or suggestions for further study to promote learning after covering the basic material; tips and "tricks"; helps bring the reader fully up to speed with drawing skills, and enhance their understanding of topics; review questions and exercises; reinforces learned material; several independent projects; giving users setup information and encouraging them to refer to previous lessons to complete projects for a variety of disciplines and mastery levels; and clear writing style.
