CAD

• 2D CAD software generally allows users to construct detailed and accurate technical drawings using vectors.
  
  
• 3D CAD software generally allows users to construct detailed and accurate 3-dimensional models of their designs, and then are able to convert them into drawings.

• CAD File Formats
  
  
• Vector (Definition)

• Mastering AutoCAD 2012 and AutoCAD LT 2012 (Autodesk Official Training Guides)
  
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  By George Omura Sybex Paperback (1152 pages) Product Description: Learn to master the AutoCAD software This Autodesk Official Training guide is a comprehensive reference and tutorial that will help you quickly master AutoCAD software. Featuring concise explanations, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects based on real-world designs, this Autodesk Official Training Guide covers everything from interface best practices to hatches, fields, dynamic blocks, attributes, linking drawings to databases, rendering realistic views, and presenting designs. This Mastering book is recommended as a Certification Preparation study guide resource for the AutoCAD Associate and Professional exams. Serves as an in-depth resource on the fundamentals, functions, and features of AutoCAD, the popular 2D and 3D drawing software, and its less expensive version AutoCAD LT Describes how to effectively use hatches, fields, and tables; execute 3D modeling, imaging, and customizing; work with dynamic blocks, drawing curves, and solid fills; and more Features a DVD with more than a dozen video tutorials, "before and after" tutorial files, a trial version of AutoCAD, and additional tools and utilities Shares helpful examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects from award-winning author and CAD specialist George Omura This detailed tutorial is mandatory reading if you're eager to become proficient with AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT. List Price: $49.99* Lowest New Price: $28.33* Lowest Used Price: $25.99* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 02:12 Pacific 4 Feb 2012 More Info) Buy It Now

  
  
  
• Inside Microstation
  
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  By Frank Conforti OnWord Press Paperback (680 pages) Product Description: Best known for its easy style, technical accuracy, and attention to detail, Inside MicroStation, 6th Edition is the ultimate user guide for the novice! Its fast-paced, highly engaging examples, exercises, and illustrations are guaranteed to put readers on the path to proficiency. Instead of simply describing each tool, this indispensable how-to and reference manual explains why mission-critical tools and functions in MicroStation version 8 (V8) work the way they do. How V8 features work together in the design environment is also revealed, providing readers with the knowledge they need to optimize the power of MicroStation to solve today's design challenges. Emphasis is placed on using AccuDraw, Bentley's patented user interface technology, in every aspect of the design process. In addition, extraordinarily complete yet practical coverage of 2D construction tools, 3D modeling and rendering techniques, customization, and MicroStation's VBA programming environment gives a competitive edge to readers working in a real-world design environment. List Price: $129.95* Lowest New Price: $19.99* Lowest Used Price: $0.83* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 16:28 Pacific 4 Feb 2012 More Info) Buy It Now

  
  
  
• Microstation V8: An Introduction to Computer-Aided Design
  
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  By Andrew Anderson Schroff Development Corp Paperback (241 pages) Product Description: This book is intended to provide a foundation to understanding Microstation and its use as a tool for computer-aided drafting and design. It is written in a tutorial manner allowing the reader to better understand the concepts by actually working with the software. List Price: $59.95* Lowest New Price: $59.95* Lowest Used Price: $19.09* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 16:28 Pacific 4 Feb 2012 More Info) Buy It Now

  
  
  
• Microstation for AutoCAD Users
  
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  By Frank Conforti Delmar Cengage Learning Paperback (780 pages) Product Description: This book provides the last word on feature-by-feature comparisons of AutoCAD and MicroStation from the user's perspective. Each chapter presents a quick summary of a specific feature in AutoCAD, followed by the related feature in MicroStation. The AutoCAD software users will find the book to be a great asset in transitioning from the AutoCAD environment to the MicroStation design environment. Conversely, the book is equally valuable for the MicroStation product user who needs to make the transition to AutoCAD. Thorough coverage of translating drawings between AutoCAD and MicroStation provides vital information for users working with both platforms. For the user who works with both products and for the user who wants to know more about the "other" software package, this is the book for you. List Price: $104.95* Lowest New Price: $107.72* Lowest Used Price: $25.00* *(As of 16:28 Pacific 4 Feb 2012 More Info) Buy It Now

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