(by CADArtifex): A 12-chapter textbook that focuses heavily on the Drafting & Annotation environment.
While newer versions exist, the 2018 release was a pivotal "foundation" year for AutoCAD's modern era. Key updates covered in these intermediate lessons include:
(by Scott Onstott): Often praised for its real-world exercises and companion website with downloadable "start" and "end" files. AutoCAD 2018 Beginning and Intermediate
If you find Hamad's 800-page tome too dense, other 2018-specific resources offer different angles:
: Historically, these books include a disc or downloadable files (via Merc Learning ) that provide 4-color figures and practice drawings to ensure your workspace matches the tutorials. Why the 2018 Version Still Matters (by CADArtifex): A 12-chapter textbook that focuses heavily
: A major intermediate-level hurdle was fixed here, allowing users to convert imported PDF geometry (formerly just lines) back into editable SHX text.
: By finishing all exercises, you essentially complete three full-scale architectural and mechanical projects. If you find Hamad's 800-page tome too dense,
: The "off-screen selection" feature allows you to start a selection and pan across the drawing without losing the objects that move off your screen. Target Audience & Certification