Applying AutoCAD: A Step-by-Step Approach for AutoCAD Release 14. 8th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Wohlers, Terry T. Glencoe/McGraw Hill (MHR), 1998. 902 p. ISBN 0-02-667636-2 ($93.95 pbk.). Instructor’s Guide - ISBN 0-02-667637-0 ($69.95 pbk.).
Although this resource has been written specifically for Release 14 of AutoCAD, the principles and concepts can be applied to most versions. Designed for new users, the step-by-step instructions take the student from introductory to advanced levels of operation. The expanded table of contents easily leads students to the areas where they need assistance. Topics such as applying line and polygon commands, using grid and snap, file maintenance, isometrics and digitizing hard-copy drawings are covered in a very easy-to-follow format. Each chapter ends with several challenging problems. An index and a glossary are included.
The instructor’s guide contains several teaching strategies and transparency masters.
Suggested Use: Computer-Aided Drafting
Other Use: Design Studies
Architectural Drafting & Design. 4th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Jefferis, Alan and Madsen, David. Delmar Publications (NEL), 2001. 954 p. ISBN 0-7668-1546-3 ($103.50 hdc.). Workbook - ISBN 0-7668-1548-X ($36.50 pbk.). Solutions Manual - ISBN 0-7668-2860-3 ($26.50 pbk.).
This resource can serve as a comprehensive introduction to the field of residential and commercial drafting and design. The authors have used step-by-step methods for the layout of each type of drawing required for a set of plans. CADD applications are covered from a basic to an advanced level. Areas covered include careers, drafting equipment, lettering, residential design, site plans, floor plans, drawings, elevations, foundation plans and commercial drafting. The building codes used are American. The text is well illustrated with sample designs and drawings. The appendixes provide several reference tables. An index and a glossary are included.
Suggested Use: General
Other Use: Construction and Carpentry
Architectural Drawing and Light Construction. 6th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Muller, Edward J., Fausett, James G. and Grau, Philip A., III. Prentice Hall Inc. (PRN), 2002. 797 p. ISBN 0-13-027158-6 ($103.16 hdc.).
Written at an advanced level, this resource provides an excellent overview to many areas of drafting. Basic information concerning drafting equipment is presented followed by chapters devoted to lettering, perspective drawings, principles of light construction, residential planning and drawing of small home plans. Well-illustrated, the book also contains an index and a glossary.
Suggested Use: General; Teacher Reference
Other Use: Housing
Architecture: Drafting and Design. 7th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Hepler, Donald E., Wallach, Paul Ross and Hepler, Dana J. Glencoe/McGraw Hill (MHR), 1998. 800 p. ISBN 0-02-637067-0 ($100.95 hdc.). Student Workbook - ISBN 0-02-637069-7 ($34.95 pbk.). Teacher's Resource Binder - ISBN 0-02-637068-9 ($150.95).
Designed for use in architectural or construction drafting, this resource will help students learn the fundamental skills and concepts necessary for architectural planning, designing and drawing. There are 39 chapters within 10 sections. Some of the sections include “architectural drafting fundamentals,” “basic area design,” “presentation methods,” “framing systems,” and “careers in architecture and related fields.” Some of the American examples will not apply to the Canadian climate and construction techniques. The book is well illustrated with colour photographs, charts, drawings and plans. An index, a glossary and an appendix on architectural synonyms and abbreviations are included.
The student workbook and the teacher's resource binder provide excellent complementary information.
Suggested Use: General; Survey Course - Secondary Level
Architecture: Residential Drawing and Design (Print-Non-Fiction). Kicklighter, Clois E., Kicklighter, Joan C. and Baird, Ronald J. Goodheart-Willcox Publisher (NEL), 2000. 688 p. ISBN 1-56637-590-8 ($71.16 hdc.).
This text offers extensive information necessary for planning different types of dwellings. The author provides traditional as well as computer-based methods used to prepare architectural working drawings. The many coloured photographs, diagrams, charts and floor plans enhance the text. New content on access for people with disabilities, CADD applications and new products and methods of construction are included.
The text includes a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
The accompanying workbook contains questions, problems and activities that correspond to the chapters in the book.
Suggested Use: Floor Plans
Other Use: Construction and Carpentry; Housing; Interior Design
AutoCAD LT 2002 (CD-ROM). Autodesk, Inc. (MERSL), 2002. No order number is required.
| Single User License | $485.00 |
| 5 User License | $1,370.00 |
| 10 User License | $2,100.00 |
| 25 User License | $4,975.00 |
AutoCAD 2000: Visual JumpStart (Print-Non-Fiction). Frey, David. Sybex, Inc. (FIR), 2000. 256 p. ISBN 0-7821-2777-0 ($29.95 pbk.).
As AutoCAD becomes the accepted standard for computer-aided design programs, it is essential to have resources that will introduce students to the basics in an easy-to-use format. This resource takes an excellent approach to level out the learning curve so the many features of AutoCAD will not intimidate students. Screen shots and line drawings are combined with a step-by-step layout to take students through topics such as understanding how the commands work, drawing, editing, using object snaps, creating layers and putting dimensions on a drawing. An index and a glossary are included.
Suggested Use: Computer-Aided Drafting
Other Use: Design Studies; Photographics/Graphic Arts
AutoSketch (CD-ROM). Autodesk, Inc. (TPU), 1999. No order number is required. ($101.12 single-seat). Lab Pack - 5 seat ($288.00).
This is a precision drawing tool for creating accurate drawings with power and flexibility. It is useful for engineering and architectural drawings, floor plans, interior design drawings, maps and business graphics. The features of this program are quite extensive and would serve as an inexpensive alternative to the major programs. The needs of most students are met through features such as dimensioning, 3D, AutoSnap and auto array.
This evaluation was based on the 1999 edition. Contact the distributor for the latest version and price.
Suggested Use: Computer-Aided Drafting
Other Use: Design Studies; Interior Design
Basic Technical Drawing. 7th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Dygdon, John Thomas, Novak, James E. and Spencer, Henry Cecil. Glencoe/McGraw-Hill (MHR), 2000. 591 p. ISBN 0-02-682553-8 ($102.95 hdc.). Student Workbook - ISBN 0-02-682554-6 ($33.95 pbk.). Teacher’s Resource Binder - ISBN 0-02-682555-4 ($231.95).
This American resource provides a very good overview to the entire field of technical drawing. In addition to presenting information that the beginner will need, the authors have also included many practical problems that progress from easy to more difficult. Freehand sketching, mechanical drawing, lettering, dimensioning, revolutions, threads and fasteners, cams, maps and CAD are just a few of the topics covered. Line drawings and photographs are used throughout the book. An index and a glossary are included.
The student workbook and teacher’s resource binder provide many useful teaching strategies and tools.
Suggested Use: General
Basic Visual Concepts and Principles for Artists, Architects and Designers (Print-Non-Fiction). Wallschlaeger, Charles and Busic-Snyder, Cynthia. Brown & Benchmark (MHR), 1992. 527 p. ISBN 0-697-00651-4 ($115.95 pbk.).
This resource presents a very thorough analysis of visual communication. The intent is to provide students with a process-oriented approach to learning the visual language that are the theories, concepts and skills used in creating form. This detailed text includes lessons that are reinforced with exercises that help students apply the various concepts. Many detailed drawings and photographs are interspersed throughout the book. Each chapter contains an outline, objectives and a glossary. This resource would suit students working on independent projects at an advanced level. It includes an expanded table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: Drawings; Views and Dimensioning; Teacher Reference
Other Use: Design Studies; Photographics/ Graphic Arts
Blueprint for Life/Work Designs. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Redekopp, Dave. The National Life/Work Centre (NLW), 2000. unp. No order number is required. ($25.00 binder).
(CAN) This resource addresses the need for high-quality career development programs for youth by providing specific guidelines that list competencies considered important to develop throughout one’s life/work building process. The competencies cover the areas of personal management, learning and work exploration and life/work building. Indicators that describe more specific outcomes in terms of knowledge, skills and attitudes are also provided. Blueprint provides a theoretical framework for the work study and career modules in all practical and applied arts courses.
In addition to this package, there is Blueprint for Life/Work Designs: The Quick Reference Guide. This information is also accessible through a website at the following address: http://www.blueprint4life.ca.
Suggested Use: Career Development; Work Study; Teacher Reference
Other Use: All PAA Curricula
CADD (Computer-Aided Drafting and Design) (Video). (The Way We Communicate Series). Meridian Education Corporation (MCI), 1997. 12 min. Order no. 700307 ($109.00).
In this short video, students will be able to see how the computer has changed the design and drafting process. Whenever a new product is built, it begins with a computer operator using CADD software. The properties of CAD are defined and the different CAD applications are discussed.
Suggested Use: Computer-Aided Drafting
Other Use: Design Studies
CADD Primer: A General Guide to Computer Aided Design and Drafting - CADD, CAD (Print-Non-Fiction). Duggal, Vijay. Mailmax Publishing (MMX), 1999. 206 p. ISBN 0-9629165-9-5 ($32.95 U.S. pbk.).
Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) is an essential element of drafting. This resource introduces the common principles of CADD that apply to all software packages, whether it is AutoCAD, MicroStation or Cadkey. Rather than being a how-to book, the resource is primarily useful as a reference to key principles. Information can be learned about topics such as drawing dimensions, zoom in and zoom out, erasing drawings, 3D modelling and plotting. Each topic has several line drawings and uses clear and concise writing. An index is included.
Suggested Use: Computer-Aided Drafting; Survey Course - Secondary Level
Other Use: Design Studies
Computer-Aided Engineering Drawing Using AutoCAD. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Jensen, Cecil, Helsel, Jay D. and Voisinet, Donald D. Glencoe/McGraw Hill (MHR), 1996. 798 p. ISBN 0-02-801797-8 ($106.21 hdc.).
While newer versions of AutoCAD software are now available, this resource does a very good job of explaining the basics that can be applied to any AutoCAD program. All elements of CAD are explained by topics such as theory of shape, drawing conventions, sections, auxiliary views, dimensioning and modelling. Each chapter contains several projects and assignments. The book is well illustrated with photographs, drawings, blueprints and tables. An index is provided.
Suggested Use: Computer-Aided Drafting