AutoCAD 2008: A Problem Solving Approach

This comprehensive resource- widely used in industry and in the classroom- features detailed explanations of AutoCAD 2009 commands, enabling users to take maximum advantage of Autodesk's newest and most essential software features. Carefully organized to progress from the rudiments of AutoCAD to the important concepts of 3D modeling and customization, this book caters to the basic needs of beginners as well as to the advanced requirements of industry professionals.

This comprehensive resource- widely used in industry and in the classroom- features detailed explanations of AutoCAD 2009 commands, enabling users to take maximum advantage of Autodesk's newest and most essential software features. Carefully organized to progress from the rudiments of AutoCAD to the important concepts of 3D modeling and customization, this book caters to the basic needs of beginners as well as to the advanced requirements of industry professionals.

Sham Tickoo is a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Purdue University Calumet, in Hammond, Indiana. He has been teaching CAD/CAM, AutoCAD, AutoLISP, drafting, and design since 1981. In addition to his academic career, he has worked as a machinist, quality control engineer, design engineer, and software developer. Mr. Tickoo's general research interests are in the design and development of new products like windmill turbines. Sham Tickoo has authored and coauthored several books on CAD/CAM like CATIA, NX, Pro/E, Solid Works, Solid Edge, Autodesk Inventor and 3ds Max. He received his Master of Science Degree in Industrial Technology from Northern Illinois University and his Master of Science Degree in Industrial and Management Engineering from the University of Iowa, Iowa City.