The ABC's of Architectural and Interior Design Drafting Using Autocad 2000

Ideal for the non-technical reader, this clearly written, detail-oriented guide skillfully combines a complete study of drafting basics with an introduction to AutoCAD to give architects and interior designers the tools they need to communicate their ideas. Provides a strong working knowledge of the fundamentals of both manual and computer-aided drafting with full coverage of all major drafting concepts, and contains many clearly explained examples that reflect a variety of disciplines (i.e., architectural, interiors, civil, landscaping, mechanical and electrical), with many cross-referenced between board drafting and AutoCAD. Divides material into three stand-alone sections—the basics of manual drafting (i.e., the tools and terminology of drafting, manual drafting skills, drawing basic shapes and patterns); an introduction to architectural concepts (i.e., architectural and interior drawing, and pictorial drawing and sketching); and a beginner's guide to AutoCAD (i.e., computer basics, creating simple geometric entities, AutoCAD's coordinate system, drawing aids, view modification, editing and altering entities, dimensioning and tolerancing, and more). Includes appendices covering file management and plotting. For architects, interior designers, and civil engineers.

The ABCs of Architectural and Interior Design Drafting with an Introduction to AutoCAD® 2000 presents an introduction to the art and science of drafting, and provides the user with a solid working knowledge of both manual and computer-aided drafting. It includes information for and examples from a variety of fields, including interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, and construction. The last section of the text focuses on the use of AutoCAD® 2000 for architectural and interior design drafting.

Some of the features of this text include:

• Step-by-step instructions for drafting and AutoCAD® commands
• Numerous illustrations of materials, projects, and examples
• Chapter-ending review questions and exercises
• Detailed drawing assignments
• Tips, reminders, and examples