AutoCAD 2026 Books & Textbooks

Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User Study Guide

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By Daniel John Stine AIA, IES, CSI, CDT, Well AP, William G. Wyatt Ed.D., CET

Intermediate

380 Pages

Available February 16, 2026

Helps you get ready for the AutoCAD Certified User Exam
Covers all the exam objectives in detail
Tutorials help to reinforce the material covered
Comes with practice exam software that simulates an actual exam

Introduction to AutoCAD 2026 for Civil Engineering Applications

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By Nighat Yasmin Ph.D.

Beginner

862 Pages

Published August 15, 2025

Blends engineering graphics theory with practical AutoCAD 2026 skills
Designed specifically for civil engineering students
Uses clearly defined objectives and step-by-step instructions
Includes real-world civil engineering applications

Engineering Graphics Essentials with AutoCAD 2026 Instruction

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By Kirstie Plantenberg

Beginner

948 Pages

Published August 6, 2025

Covers both engineering graphics and AutoCAD 2026
Each book includes videos, audio lectures, interactive quizzes and more
Numerous exercises are used throughout the book to reinforce key concepts
Includes hand sketching exercises for foundational skills
Features extensive video instruction where the author guides you through every AutoCAD lesson in the book

Technical Drawing 101 with AutoCAD 2026

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By Ashleigh Congdon-Fuller, Antonio Ramirez, Douglas Smith

Beginner

602 Pages • 27h 28m

Published July 28, 2025

Blends technical drawing and an introduction to AutoCAD 2026
Includes mechanical, architectural, civil and electronic projects
Extensive library of video instruction included with each book
Drafting theory is incorporated throughout the text
Designed to be used in a single semester, instructor led course
Each chapter contains key terms, unit summaries, review questions and drawing projects

AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling

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By Randy H. Shih

Intermediate

376 Pages

Published June 30, 2025

Designed to help you build 3D modeling skills using AutoCAD 2026
Uses step-by-step tutorials that progress with each chapter
Covers wireframe models, 3D surfaces, solids, multiview drawings, and renderings

Principles and Practice An Integrated Approach to Engineering Graphics and AutoCAD 2026

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By Randy H. Shih

Beginner

614 Pages

Published June 23, 2025

Combines engineering graphics and AutoCAD 2026 instruction in one cohesive text
Features a tutorial approach with abundant exercises and review questions
Structured to support effective classroom instruction
Aligns with the AutoCAD Certified User Exam objectives

AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals

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By Luke Jumper, Randy H. Shih

Beginner

488 Pages

Published June 18, 2025

Designed for users new to CAD
Uses step-by-step tutorials to teach you 2D drawing using AutoCAD
Covers the performance tasks found on the AutoCAD 2026 Certified User Examination
Includes extensive video instruction

AutoCAD 2026 Instructor

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By James A. Leach B.I.D., M.Ed., Shawna Lockhart

All Users

1292 Pages

Published June 16, 2025

Comprehensive coverage of AutoCAD’s commands and features
Chapters organized around related commands for logical progression
Begins with fundamental commands and builds to advanced applications
Serves as a reliable reference across varying levels of experience
Well suited for a two or three course sequence
Includes introductory videos and bonus chapters on dynamic blocks and express tools
This edition features a new chapter on parametrics

Tools for Design Using AutoCAD 2026 and Autodesk Inventor 2026

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By Randy H. Shih

Beginner

652 Pages

Published June 12, 2025

Ideal for students new to CAD that need to learn AutoCAD and Inventor 2026
Covers 2D drawing, 3D modeling, assembly modeling, freehand sketching and finite element analysis
Uses step-by-step instructions throughout the book
Includes three assembly projects using popular educational robot kits