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.

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• Vector (Definition)

• 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: $118.95* Lowest New Price: $49.99* Lowest Used Price: $24.99* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 17:49 Pacific 12 Mar 2010 More Info) Buy It Now

  
  
  
• Microstation J : An Introduction to Computer-Aided Design
  
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  By Andrew L. 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: $115.99* Lowest Used Price: $108.84* *(As of 17:49 Pacific 12 Mar 2010 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: $58.80* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 17:49 Pacific 12 Mar 2010 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 new text assists the student who has learned the AutoCAD product and now needs to make the transition from that environment to the MicroStation design format. Conversely, the text can be used to transition from MicroStation to AutoCAD. Each chapter presents a quick summary of a specific feature in AutoCAD, followed by the related feature in MicroStation. The student who must work with both products will find this text to be a solid basis for understanding how "the other side" thinks. Translating data between the two products, cross training, and other issues are discussed thoroughly. List Price: $104.95* Lowest Used Price: $33.00* *(As of 17:49 Pacific 12 Mar 2010 More Info) Buy It Now

  
  
  
• Mastering AutoCAD 2005 and AutoCAD LT 2005
  
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  By George Omura Sybex Paperback (1200 pages) ISBN13: 9780782143409 Notes: Product Description: The world's best-selling, definitive guide to AutoCAD has been updated for the 2005 software! Once again, acclaimed author George Omura delivers the most comprehensive and comprehensible coverage for AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT users, including discussion of all the new features. He starts off with the essentials then moves on to the intermediate tasks before delving into advanced topics. Throughout, Omura provides concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects. While architectural processes are emphasized, you can apply the concepts to a variety of projects. The CD offers six chapters of advanced material, files for all of the drawing exercises, plus general-purpose utilities for better productivity. List Price: $49.99* Lowest New Price: $1.12* Lowest Used Price: $0.90* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 17:00 Pacific 13 Mar 2010 More Info) Buy It Now

  
  
  
• Mastering Autodesk Architectural Desktop
  
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  By Paul F. Aubin Autodesk Press Paperback (984 pages) Product Description: This concise manual goes beyond a series of independent tools and commands to consider the process of creating professional-quality building design projects using the newest release of Autodesk„µ Architectural Desktop (ADT). Content focuses squarely on the rationale and practicality of ADT 2005 through life-tested, practical lessons that emphasize ¡§why¡¨ as well as ¡§how¡¨ in order to help readers complete their projects successfully. The text and lessons combine to give an unmistakable sense of the value of the tools introduced as well as a clear indication of each tool¡¦s potential. The result is an up-to-the-minute resource that shortens the learning curve and instills confidence and comfort in usage of the software to create architecture. List Price: $80.95* Lowest New Price: $12.53* Lowest Used Price: $0.80* *(As of 17:00 Pacific 13 Mar 2010 More Info) Buy It Now

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