Book 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® Architectural Desktop (ADT). Content focuses squarely on the rationale and practicality of ADT 2007 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 as a tool to create architecture.
Customer Reviews:
Mastering AutoDesktop 2007.......2007-08-13
I was very pleased with the delivery time and quality of the book that I had ordered through Amazon, "Mastering Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007". I will most likely order future books this way.
Nice Volume-Somewhat brief.......2007-07-02
I found that this text was more an advanced tutorial than it was a standard textbook. The format was a little informal for my taste. Nonetheless, the Author was clearly knowledgeable, and the book provides a lot of necessary information. I was a little taken aback by how little advantage a knowledge of Autocad is in using the more advanced software
Excellent text but missing items.......2007-03-15
The text is very well written and explains the topics in more than adequate detail. However, there is supposed to be an accompanying CD with files that follow along with the text that would be helpful, but we never received the CD, not in the book nor a separate delivery. Aside from that, we are very happy with the information contained within the text itself.
2007 ADT Tutorial.......2007-03-13
I'm approximately one third of the way through the book. I've been using ACAD for approximately twenty years and I agree with the author that having some ACAD experience is helpful, perhaps essential in learning this software. I'm using it to teach myself and even though the book is excellent, nothing beats being able to ask someone a question when you're stuck. This is very complexe software and if you have a problem, you're left to your own devices. I come from a mechanical engineering background and don't know a soul familiar with ADT. The book is well written and illustrated but you have to read very closely to avoid errors in the exercises.
Mastering Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007.......2007-02-19
Has excellent tutorials, but difficult to look up a problem.
Book Description
Design a complete mechanical system for a residential, commercial, or industrial building with ease by learning how to integrate Autodesk® Building Systems functionality with your Autodesk Architectural Desktop software! New from Autodesk Press, Designing Mechanical Systems Using Autodesk Building Systems contains easy-to-understand examples and carefully engineered exercises to lead readers through the entire design process, taking full advantage of the productivity-enhancing features of this new Autodesk Architectural Desktop add-on. No prior experience is required! All-inclusive coverage spans the spectrum, from how Autodesk Building Systems objects differ from Architectural Desktop objects and AutoCAD entities through posting of completed drawings to the Internet for remote access by building contractors, electrical engineers, suppliers, and others! Ideal for novices, this how-to and reference manual also includes an entire chapter for power users and CAD managers that will propel them to successful completion of high-end drafting tasks, such as: working with multiple floors, creating custom fittings and catalogs, modifying a layer standard, and more!
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Written for all levels, this book offers engaging, step-by-step tutorials and projects that clearly demonstrate and reinforce the real-world application of Autodesk Architectural Desktop® (ADT) tools.
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"Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2006" was written by a practicing architect for architects and architectural draftsmen. Emphasizing program features that are most applicable in the profession.
Tutorial Format Hands On Experience Written by a Practicing Professional Architect who is also and Educator.
An valuable tool for Architects, Architectural Draftsmen and CAD Managers.
Book 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® Architectural Desktop (ADT). Content focuses squarely on the rationale and practicality of ADT 2006 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 as a tool to create architecture.
Customer Reviews:
NOVICE TO INTERMEDIATE .......2006-09-12
Very good book for the price. Definitely the buy for someone who has some autocad background. However, I did find the book to be somewhat to broad in its examples. I think the author would have done much better if he had limited his scope of example to either residential or commercial. The residential examples were not very specific and were only understood if one read the commercial examples first. Being that I only design residential, it is a great resource in describing the different tools and commands available in the program.
A tremendous help.......2006-06-25
My firm recently upgraded from 2002 to 2006 and it's been an ordeal. We've decided to use the project navigator's full functionallity and this book has been a wonderfull reference for the methodology behind it. I'd recommend this book to anyone doing the same.
An excellent tutorial.......2006-04-13
As usual, Paul's latest Mastering ADT book is a must-have for anyone needing to learn how to use ADT in a real-world scenario. Rather than just another useless listing of commands and features, it is a process-oriented series of tutorials that walk users through example projects with plenty of coverage of the "why" as well as the "how to". As an ADT instructor and consultant, I recommend it to all of my students and customers.
MADT a must have.......2006-04-12
MADT 06 is over-the-top helpful. With consistent reading and follow through of exercises, we easily moved from, "What the heck is all this stuff? -- to, "I get it, I get it, I can't live without it." We found Mr. Aubin's tools and project examples very applicable and useful to real world application. Another great advantage of reading MADT is the author's explanation of out of the box material in the software. Most draftsmen are compelled to spend weeks re-configuring the software and tools to draw like they draw. Aubin helps explain this is not necessary. He's right. The author not only clearly explains how to use this complicated software but helps us understand that it is already equipped to save us time and money without spending endless man-hours making it draw with every color, line weight, block and tool that we've used the last 20 years.
Mastering is our Corporate Training Manual.......2006-04-12
We have a large installation of ADT at our company and Paul's books have always been step one in the training of our users. The book and tutorial guide you through difficult concepts and get you ready to start your own project. We don't start a project without this book. We recently used "Mastering" (and no traditional training) to create a library of custom multi-view blocks that scheduled all our doors, walls and spaces in a building that is one of the most complex in the world. Contrary to any detractors comments, we have found this book to be easy to use and valuable to our process.
Product Description
Digging deep into the advanced techniques and deployment strategies of Autodesk Architectural Desktop (ADT), this comprehensive guide, applicable to both the 2007 and 2008 release, and co-authored by best-selling ADT author Paul F. Aubin emphasizes the process of creating projects with ADT while equipping readers with the tools both to assess current CAD standards and to build checklists for use throughout the deployment process. Focusing squarely on architectural production, the presentation progresses through installation, setup, configuration, training, customization, and standardization, arms readers with all the tools necessary to build a successful implementation plan uniquely suited to their needs.
Customer Reviews:
Good in-depth information.......2007-07-12
This is an excellent companion to Mastering Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007 and in many cases picks up where MADD leaves off. If you are using MADD to get up & going with ADT and find yourelf thumbing the index thinking "There's got to be more detail", it is here. Detailed information and sound advice for figuring out and making sense of the whole Projects, Display, Styles and Objects systems is here.
We are a 2 seat high end residential firm. I have been using ACAD since R9 and ArchT as an architectural front end for 10 years. ADT2007 is my first go at ADT. It is definitely complex & multi-layered, but I believe that it will improve the quality & timeliness of our production. This book is an integral part of the process. It's worth it.
Book Description
This easy-to-understand manual teaches users how to make architectural drawings using a computer and the AutoCAD 2005 program. It employs the prompt-response format in beginning exercises of all chapters to teach commands in a drawing situation. The book then provides exercises so learners can apply the commands on their own.
New features of AutoCAD Release 2005 are describedâe.g.: easy to use Table command for quickly creating professional quality tables such as parts lists, door and window schedules; Sheet Sets command for organizing drawings into sets with dynamic contents pages and other helpful features; redesigned AutoCAD Design Center; modeless dialog boxes; gradient hatch patterns for rendering isometric and two-dimensional drawings; and new plot/print dialog box for 2D and 3D printing and plotting.
For individuals who need to learn AutoCADâespecially its fashion and interior design, computer-and architectural graphics, and space planning applications.
Book Description
Updated to provide coverage of the design capabilities of AutoCAD 2007, this new edition offers detailed explanations of customizing techniques for advanced users of AutoCAD.
Customer Reviews:
Great reference for autocad.......2007-03-20
Seems that I always need two books with each new version. Nobody ever covers all of my questions. but this comes very close. This is a good choice for expert or intermediate. not beginner.
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Written for all levels, this book offers engaging, step-by-step tutorials and projects that clearly demonstrate and reinforce the real-world application of ADT tools to the creation of floor plans, foundation plans, elevations, sections, details, and presentation drawings for a two-story residence, including a basement. Each ADT tool is introduced, followed by a thorough explanation of the options of the command and how it is used in the development of drawings. Supplementary tutorials survey the techniques of creating drawings for commercial buildings. Coverage examines use of the new Detail Component Manager and keynoting of details, as well as the newest features of sheet sets integrated into the Project Navigator for creating working drawings as a project progresses.
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Discover the "whys" and "hows" of creating a complete set of professional-quality construction documents using features and functions contained in the newest release of Autodesk Architectural Desktop (ADT)! Written by a professional Autodesk Training Center (ATC) manager and successful national ADT applications engineer, Mastering Autodesk Architectural Desktop 3 focuses squarely on the rationale and practicality of the ADT process. Unlike other books that confront novices with a never-ending stream of seemingly discrete and unrelated commands, this book propels its readers to new skills using detailed examples and exercises that showcase the "why" as well as the "how" of using Autodesk Architectural Desktop to complete residential and commercial building design projects. The book begins by acquainting readers with the user interface and familiarizing them with the conceptual underpinnings of Autodesk Architectural Desktop software operations. Subsequent chapters enable readers to delve directly into the process of using their software to set up residential and commercial building projects, produce sections and elevations, generate schedules, design layouts, work with details, plot construction documents, and more! As a result, readers gain a first-hand understanding of the value of Autodesk Architectural Desktop as a professional design tool as well as practical knowledge of what can be and what ought to be modified. Prior experience using AutoCAD is assumed. However, no prior experience with Autodesk Architectural Desktop is required making this book perfect for today's professional architects, interior designers, facilities planners, and students.
Customer Reviews:
Great Supplement.......2005-07-29
I took an Autocad class and learned the basics of the program. This book helped my knowledge to grow beyoond the basics and helped me to use the 3d portion of the program. It is a great resource!
Excellent guide!.......2005-07-22
I have worked with previous AutoCad versions along with Desktop 3.3 and this book made the transition from those programs to Desktop 2005 a lot easier. 2005 has so many shortcuts and components and this book gives step-by-step examples that really speed up the process. I recommend this book to anyone who is advancing to the new Desktop 2005 software.
Great Book!!!.......2005-05-27
If you're an architect that already knows AutoCAD well, this is a good book to transition into ADT. It covers the basic structure of ADT and setting up projects in step by step tutorials for both residential and commercial projects.
I also like the fact that this book is more about principals and concepts than commands and has a lot of tips for CAD managers. However, the tutorials are great for learning ADT and it's perfect for both users and CAD/Project managers.
Aubin knows his stuff!
Mastering?.......2004-10-15
This book only scratches the surface of mastering ADT 2005. However, it was a great book for getting over the beginning humps of ADT.
All ADT Users will find Paul's New Book a Great Resource.......2004-10-02
Paul's new book has something for everyone.
It is a great resource for the new user with broad ranging self-paced tutorials.
Experienced ADT users will appreciate the "New in ADT 2005" icons to quickly pick up new features and improvements such as those found in the Callouts, Keynotes, and Details.
CAD Manager notes offer practical advice for those resposible for establishing their company's standards.
Good job Paul!
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