SDC Publications: Newest Textbooks

Technical Drawing 101 with AutoCAD 2027

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A lot rides on your choice of technical drawing textbook: it could be the gateway leading students to a rewarding career or the foundation for an introductory class that fuels interest in a whole program. Technical Drawing 101 with AutoCAD 2027 is both. More than a traditional technical drawing textbook, it uniquely teaches both the theory and fundamentals of technical drawing and the basics of Autodesk AutoCAD.

Learning Autodesk Inventor 2027

Mon, 06 Jul 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.

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.

Autodesk Maya 2027 Basics Guide

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Written by renowned author and 3D artist Kelly L. Murdock, Autodesk Maya 2027 Basics Guide is designed to give new users a solid understanding of the fundamental skills needed to create beautiful 3D models and stunning animations with Autodesk Maya. Using clear and easy to follow instructions this book will guide you through learning all the major features of Maya.

Autodesk Inventor 2027 and Engineering Graphics

Mon, 22 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 Inven

AutoCAD 2027 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling

Fri, 12 Jun 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.

Autodesk Civil 3D 2027 Fundamentals

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Autodesk Civil 3D 2027 Fundamentals is designed for students, Civil Engineers and Surveyors who want to take advantage of Autodesk Civil 3D's interactive, dynamic design functionality. Autodesk Civil 3D permits the rapid development of alternatives through its model-based design tools. In the first part of the book, you will learn essential techniques enabling you to organize project data, work with points, create and analyze surfaces, model road corridors, perform grading and v

Autodesk Inventor 2027 Essentials Plus

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Autodesk Inventor 2027 Essentials Plus provides the foundation for a hands-on course that covers basic and advanced Autodesk Inventor features used to create, edit, document, and print parts and assemblies. You learn about part and assembly modeling through real-world exercises. Autodesk Inventor 2027 Essentials Plus demonstrates critical CAD concepts, from basic sketching and modeling through advanced modeling techniques, as it equips you with the skills to master this powerful

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

Thu, 11 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.

Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2027

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Tutorial Guide to AutoCAD 2027 provides a step-by-step introduction to Autodesk AutoCAD with commands presented in the context of each tutorial. In fifteen clear and comprehensive chapters, author Shawna Lockhart guides you through all the important commands and techniques in AutoCAD 2027, 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 AutoC

Residential Design Using Autodesk Revit 2027

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Residential Design Using Autodesk Revit 2027 is designed for users completely new to Autodesk Revit. This text takes a project based approach to learning Autodesk Revit’s architectural tools in which you develop a single family residence all the way to photorealistic renderings like the one on the cover. Each book also includes access to extensive video training designed to further help you master Autodesk Revit.

AutoCAD 2027 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals

Tue, 02 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.

AutoCAD 2027 for the Interior Designer

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Focused around a hotel suite project, AutoCAD 2027 for the Interior Designer provides the Interior Design student with a non-intimidating, tutorial based approach to learning the Autodesk 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.

Thermal Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2026 and Flow Simulation 2026

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Thermal Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2026 goes beyond the standard software manual. It concurrently introduces the reader to thermal analysis and its implementation in SOLIDWORKS Simulation using hands-on exercises. A number of projects are presented to illustrate thermal analysis and related topics.

Commercial Design Using AutoCAD 2027

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Commercial Design Using AutoCAD 2027 is designed for architectural students and professionals using Autodesk AutoCAD 2027. The intent is to provide you 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 AutoCAD in which you develop a campus library throughout the book.