SDC Publications: Newest titles by Randy H. Shih

AutoCAD 2027 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The primary goal of AutoCAD 2027 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling is to introduce the aspects of computer based three dimensional modeling. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for both students and professionals. The chapters in this book cover Autodesk AutoCAD 2027 and proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing 3D wire frame models, 3D surface models, and 3D solid models to making multiview drawings and rendering images.

Principles and Practice An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2027

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Principles and Practice An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2027 combines an introduction to AutoCAD 2027 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.

Parametric Modeling with Autodesk Inventor 2027

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Parametric Modeling with Autodesk Inventor 2027 contains a series of seventeen tutorial style lessons designed to introduce Autodesk Inventor, solid modeling, and parametric modeling. It uses a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important parametric modeling techniques and concepts. The lessons guide the user from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent mechanical designs, to creating multi-view drawings and assembly models.

Learning Autodesk Inventor 2027

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

This book will teach you everything you need to know to start using Autodesk Inventor 2027 with easy to understand, step-by-step tutorials. This book features a simple robot design used as a project throughout the book. You will learn to model parts, create assemblies, run simulations and even create animations of your robot design.

AutoCAD 2027 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The primary goal of AutoCAD 2027 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 2027 and the lessons proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making multiview drawings.

Autodesk Inventor 2027 and Engineering Graphics

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Autodesk Inventor 2027 and Engineering Graphics: An Integrated Approach will teach you the principles of engineering graphics while instructing you on how to use the powerful 3D modeling capabilities of Autodesk Inventor 2027. Using step-by-step tutorials, this text will teach you how to create and read engineering drawings while becoming proficient at using the most common features of Autodesk Inventor. By the end of the book you will be fully prepared to take and pass the Autodesk Inventor Certified User Exam.

Tools for Design Using AutoCAD 2027 and Autodesk Inventor 2027

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Tools for Design is intended to provide you with an overview of computer aided design using two popular CAD software packages from Autodesk: AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor. This book explores the strengths of each package and shows how they can be used in design, both separately and in combination with each other. What you'll learn How to create and dimension 2D multiview drawings using AutoCAD How to freehand sketch using axonometric, oblique and perspective projection techniques How to create 3D parametric models and 2D multiview drawings using Autodesk Inventor How to reuse design information between AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor How to combine parts into assemblies including as

Parametric Modeling with Autodesk Fusion

Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Parametric Modeling with Autodesk Fusion contains a series of fourteen tutorial style lessons designed to introduce Autodesk Fusion, solid modeling, and parametric modeling techniques and concepts. This book introduces Autodesk Fusion on a step-by-step basis, starting with constructing basic shapes, all the way through to the creation of assembly drawings and 3D printing your own designs. This book takes a hands on, exercise intensive approach to all the important parametric modeling techniques and concepts.

Parametric Modeling with SOLIDWORKS 2026

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Parametric Modeling with SOLIDWORKS 2026 contains a series of seventeen tutorial style lessons designed to introduce SOLIDWORKS 2026, solid modeling and parametric modeling techniques and concepts. This book introduces SOLIDWORKS 2026 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 techniques and concepts.

Learning SOLIDWORKS 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

This book will teach you everything you need to know to start using SOLIDWORKS 2026 with easy to understand, step-by-step tutorials. This book features a simple robot design used as a project throughout the book. You will learn to model parts, create assemblies, run simulations and even create animations of your robot design.

Introduction to Finite Element Analysis Using SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2026

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600

The primary goal of Introduction to Finite Element Analysis Using SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2026 is to introduce the aspects of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) that are important to engineers and designers. Theoretical aspects of FEA are also introduced as they are needed to help better understand the operation. The primary emphasis of the text is placed on the practical concepts and procedures needed to use SOLIDWORKS Simulation in performing Linear Static Stress Analysis and basic Modal Analysis.

SOLIDWORKS 2026 and Engineering Graphics

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600

SOLIDWORKS 2026 and Engineering Graphics: An Integrated Approach combines an introduction to SOLIDWORKS 2026 with a comprehensive coverage of engineering graphics principles. Not only will this unified approach give your course a smoother flow, your students will also save money on their textbooks. What’s more, the exercises in this book cover the performance tasks that are included on the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) Examination.

Parametric Modeling with Creo Parametric 12

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The primary goal of Parametric Modeling with Creo Parametric 12 is to introduce the aspects of Solid Modeling and Parametric Modeling. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for any student or professional wanting to learn to use Creo Parametric. This text covers Creo Parametric and the lessons proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent solid models and creating multi-view drawings.

Introduction to Finite Element Analysis Using Creo Simulate 12

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The primary goal of Introduction to Finite Element Analysis Using Creo Simulate 12 is to introduce the aspects of finite element analysis (FEA) that are important to engineers and designers. Theoretical aspects of finite element analysis are also introduced as they are needed to help better understand the operations. The primary emphasis of the text is placed on the practical concepts and procedures of using Creo Simulate in performing Linear Statics Stress Analysis; but the basic modal analysis procedure is covered.

AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The primary goal of AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling is to introduce the aspects of computer based three dimensional modeling. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for both students and professionals. The chapters in this book cover Autodesk AutoCAD 2026 and proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing 3D wire frame models, 3D surface models, and 3D solid models to making multiview drawings and rendering images.