AutoCAD 2018 3D Drawing & Modeling - Mixed Units: Autodesk Authorized Publisher

The __AutoCAD® 2018: 3D Drawing and Modeling__ student guides introduces users who are proficient with the 2D commands in the AutoCAD® software to the concepts and methods of 3D modeling. The student guide provides a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of 3D and explores the main features of the advanced 3D Modeling workspace in the AutoCAD software. **Topics Covered** * 3D viewing techniques * Working with simple and composite solids * Creating complex solids and surfaces * Modifying objects in 3D space * Editing solids * Creating sections, camera perspectives, and animations * Working with point clouds * Converting 3D objects * Setting up a rendering with materials and lights * Creating 2D drawings from 3D models * Working with the User Coordinate System * Set up a drawing for 3D Prints **Prerequisites** Before taking this course, students need to have a good working skill level in the AutoCAD software. A minimum of 80 hours of work experience with the AutoCAD software is recommended. Cover Page 1 Copyright 2 Contents 3 Preface 11 In this Guide 13 Practice Files 17 Chapter 1 19 Chapter 2 45 Chapter 3 89 Chapter 4 111 Chapter 5 153 Chapter 6 177 Chapter 7 205 Chapter 8 235 Chapter 9 281 Chapter 10 303 Chapter 11 359 Appendix A 405 Index 409