This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2016 – 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 CD to set up drawing exercises and projects and see all of the book’s figures in color. *AutoCAD 2016 Beginning and Intermediate* 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 2016. **eBook Customers:** Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at info@merclearning.com. **Features:** * Designed for novice users of AutoCAD 2016. 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 * Instructor’s resources available for use as a textbook