Publisher's Synopsis
HARNESSING AUTOCAD CIVIL 3D 2011, introduces readers to Autodesk® Civil 3D 2011, the very latest release of this software. Strategically developed exercises printed within the book are supported by over 600 pages of online text emphasizing industry best practices. Online material is available with the access code within the book. This powerful learning tool contains all the information you need to learn the fundamentals of this widely used civil engineering program, all in a single resource. This book includes straightforward explanations of program functionality, as well as exercises that demonstrate how its concepts fit into civil engineering design. Included in this new edition are Superelevation Calculator and Editor, cross section sheets as layouts, curve widening by Design Criteria or Design Rules and drawing Project Association. The processes for performing all of the tasks required to create Civil 3D objects are clearly shown, so that readers will develop a solid foundation in the subject matter. Along with its associated software, this book delivers the type of functionality required to teach all phases of planning, civil engineering, and surveying in any civil engineering course.
