Technical Drawing 101 With AutoCAD 2008: A Multidisciplinary Curriculum for the First Semester

by Douglas Smith, Antonio Ramírez

For courses in Introduction to Technical Drawing. Designed for the two-year college or high-school tech prep student, this book offers a complete field-tested curriculum for the first semester of technical drawing. Its unique approach blends technical drawing and intro to AutoCAD, resulting in a book that emphasizes the fundamental concepts, knowledge and skill needed for the second level courses. Both mechanical and architectural projects are introduced to capture the interest of more students and to offer a broader appeal. Instructor check prints and PowerPoint slides are provided to guide each lecture and the complete curriculum is designed to improve student retention and recruitment.

399 pages, Paperback

First published July 10, 2008