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“Up and Running with AutoCAD 2021” is a comprehensive guidebook written by Elliot J. Gindis. This paperback edition serves as a valuable resource for individuals looking to learn and master AutoCAD, a widely used computer-aided design (CAD) software.
Elliot J. Gindis, an experienced instructor and industry professional, provides step-by-step instructions and hands-on exercises to help readers become proficient with AutoCAD 2021. The book is designed for beginners and those who want to upgrade their skills to the latest version of the software.
Inside the book, readers will find a systematic approach to learning AutoCAD, starting with the basics and gradually progressing to more advanced techniques. The author covers essential concepts such as drawing and editing commands, layer management, dimensioning, 3D modeling, and more.
With its clear explanations, illustrations, and practical examples, “Up and Running with AutoCAD 2021” ensures that readers develop a solid foundation in using the software. It also provides tips and best practices to enhance productivity and efficiency in CAD workflows.
Whether you are a student, professional, or hobbyist, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate AutoCAD confidently. By the end of the book, you’ll be able to create and modify 2D and 3D designs, produce accurate technical drawings, and effectively communicate your design ideas using AutoCAD.
“Up and Running with AutoCAD 2021” by Elliot J. Gindis is a valuable reference for anyone seeking to harness the power of AutoCAD for various design and drafting applications.
Author Biography
Elliot Gindis is the founding author of the Up and Running with AutoCAD series of textbooks. He is a former AutoCAD drafter and designer who got his start in New York City in 1996 and has logged in over 25,000 hours of screen time with a wide variety of architecture and engineering companies. From 1999 to 2008 he was on staff with the Pratt Institute of Design and as visiting instructor at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), teaching beginner, intermediate, and advanced (3D) AutoCAD classes. He was also the president of Vertical Technologies Consulting and Design, an AutoCAD training firm, and has advised, consulted, or assisted more than 60 companies nationwide in using and optimizing AutoCAD. Elliot was part of the AutoDesk Developers Network and was a Certified Technical Trainer. He published the first edition of the Up and Running textbook with Elsevier in 2010, and has supported each subsequent edition until 2020, when Robert Kaebisch took over full-time. Elliot currently resides in the Los Angeles area, and is an engineer in the defense industry. Robert Kaebisch is a professional licensed architect and instructor in the Construction Sciences Group: Architectural/Structural Engineering Technician Program at Gateway Technical College. He teaches a variety of courses including and related to: architecture, construction, residential design and code, commercial design and code, mechanical systems, conflict resolution in construction and building inspections. He teaches a variety of different software in those courses including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and MS-Office products.
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