SDC Publications: Newest Textbooks

Design Integration Using Autodesk Revit 2013

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Design Integration Using Autodesk Revit 2013 is designed to provide the reader with a well-rounded knowledge of Autodesk Revit tools and techniques. All three flavors of the Revit platform are introduced in this textbook. This approach gives the reader a broad overview of the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process.

Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2013

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 -0500

A Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2013 provides a step-by-step introduction to AutoCAD with commands presented in the context of each tutorial. In fifteen clear and comprehensive chapters, author Shawna Lockhart guides readers through all the important commands and techniques in AutoCAD 2013, from 2D drawing to solid modeling and finally finishing with rendering. In each lesson, the author provides step-by-step instructions with frequent illustrations showing exactly what appears on the AutoCAD

Parametric Modeling with Autodesk Inventor 2013

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Parametric Modeling with Autodesk Inventor 2013 contains a series of sixteen tutorial style lessons designed to introduce Autodesk Inventor, solid modeling, and parametric modeling. It uses a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the import parametric modeling techniques and concepts. The lessons guide the user from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent mechanical designs, creating multi-view drawings and assembly models.

Commercial Design Using Autodesk Revit Architecture 2013

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Commercial Design Using Revit Architecture 2013 is designed for the architectural student using Revit Architecture 2013. The intent is to provide the student with a well-rounded knowledge of tools and techniques for use in both school and industry. This text takes a project based approach to learning Revit Architecture in which the student develops a three story office building.

Residential Design Using Autodesk Revit Architecture 2013

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Residential Design Using Revit Architecture 2013 is designed for the architectural student new to Revit Architecture 2013. This text takes a project based approach to learning Revit Architecture in which the student develops a single family residence all the way to photo-realistic renderings like the one on the cover. Each book comes with a DVD containing numerous video presentations in which the author shows and explains the many tools and techniques used in Revit Architecture 2013.

Drawing and Detailing with SolidWorks 2012

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Drawing and Detailing with SolidWorks 2012 is written to educate and assist students, designers, engineers, and professionals in the drawing and detailing tools of SolidWorks. Explore the learning process through a series of design situations, industry scenarios, projects, and objectives target towards the beginning to intermediate SolidWorks user. Work through numerous activities to create multiple-view, multiple-sheet, detailed drawings, and assembly drawings.

AutoCAD 2013 Tutorial - First Level: 2D Fundamentals

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0500

The primary goal of AutoCAD 2013 Tutorial - First Level: 2D Fundamentals is to introduce the aspects of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD). This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals. This text covers AutoCAD 2013 and the lessons proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making multiview drawings.

Principles and Practice: An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2013

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Principles and Practices: An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2013 combines an introduction to AutoCAD 2013 with a comprehensive coverage of engineering graphics principles. By adopting this textbook, you will no longer need to adopt separate CAD and engineering graphics books for your course. Not only will this unified approach give your course a smoother flow, your students will also save money on their textbooks.

Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2013

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Residential Design Using AutoCAD 2013 is an introductory level tutorial which uses residential design exercises as the means to teach you AutoCAD 2013. Each book comes with a DVD containing numerous video presentations in which the author shows and explains the many tools and techniques used in AutoCAD 2013. After completing this book you will have a well-rounded knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting that can be used in the industry and the satisfaction of having completed a set of residen

AutoCAD 2013 for the Interior Designer

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Focused around a hotel suite project, AutoCAD 2013 for the Interior Designer provides the Interior Design student with a non-intimidating, tutorial based, approach to learning the AutoCAD program. It accomplishes this by taking students that have no computer design experience from simple commands to complete projects in this single-semester sized text. This well organized and progressive approach to learning AutoCAD sets this text apart from others.

Engineering Analysis with SolidWorks Simulation 2012

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Engineering Analysis with SolidWorks Simulation 2012 goes beyond the standard software manual. Its unique approach concurrently introduces you to the SolidWorks Simulation 2012 software and the fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) through hands-on exercises. A number of projects are presented using commonly used parts to illustrate the analysis features of SolidWorks Simulation.

Autodesk AutoCAD 2013: Fundamentals

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Autodesk AutoCAD 2013 Fundamentals is designed to be used during instructor led training in a eight week course. It is an introductory level textbook intended for new AutoCAD 2013 users. This book covers all the fundamental skills necessary for effectively using AutoCAD and will provide a strong foundation for advancement.

Learn LabVIEW 2010 / 2011 Fast

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Learn LabVIEW 2010 / 2011 Fast is written for users that have no experience with LabVIEW and only a limited understanding of automatic data acquisition. This primer will help you quickly become proficient using LabVIEW and confident in your ability to create applications in a wide variety of data acquisition topics. The goal of this primer is to introduce you to LabVIEW for hands-on use in automatic data acquisition and controls applications.

Parametric Modeling with SolidWorks 2012

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Parametric Modeling with SolidWorks 2012 contains a series of sixteen tutorial style lessons designed to introduce SolidWorks 2012, solid modeling and parametric modeling techniques and concepts. This book introduces SolidWorks 2012 on a step-by-step basis starting with constructing basic shapes all the way through to the creation of assembly drawings and motion analysis. This book takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important Parametric Modeling techniq

Interior Design Using Autodesk Revit Architecture 2012

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500

The intent of this book is to provide the interior design student a well-rounded knowledge of Autodesk Revit tools and techniques. These skills can then be applied to enhance professional development in both academia and industry. The overall premise of the book is to learn Revit Architecture while developing the interior of a two story law office.