This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2017 – 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the companion CD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. includes over 100 exercises or “mini-workshops,” that complete small projects from concept through actual plotting. Solving all of the workshops will simulate the creation of three projects (architectural and mechanical) from beginning to end, without overlooking any of the basic commands and functions in AutoCAD 2017. Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at info@merclearning.com. *Designed for novice users of AutoCAD 2017. Most useful for “teach yourself” or instructor-led AutoCAD training in Level 1 or 2. No previous CAD experience is required *Accompanied by a CD featuring drawings, practice and finished plots, 4-color figures, etc. *Includes over 100 “mini-workshops” and hundreds of figures that complete small projects *Uses both English and metric units in examples, exercises, projects, and descriptions *Covers three full projects (metric and imperial) for architectural and mechanical designs *Helps you to prepare for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam *Exercises available for use as a textbook On the Companion Disk: (Files also available for downloading from the publisher when purchased as an e-book ) *Drawing Exercises and Projects *Solutions to Exercises and Projects *All Images from the Text (including 4-color)