Exploring AutoCAD Map 3D 2011 textbook introduces the readers to AutoCAD Map 3D 2011, one of the world s leading parametric software designed specifically to create and analyze drawing objects and GIS datasets. Keeping in view the varied requirement of the users, the author has covered a wide range of features such as Object Classes, Topology, Map book, Data Analysis, Data Management, Point Cloud, Query, Survey Datastore, Styling shape files, COGO, Global Coordinate System, Georeferencing, and FDO connect. The methods for creating and analyzing the drawing objects, vector, survey, point cloud(LiDAR), and raster datas.ets are explained in a simple and lucid manner.
Furthermore, the chapters are structured in a pedagogical sequence that makes this textbook very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software. Each concept has been thoroughly explained through text, practical examples, tutorials, and exercises. Therefore, the textbook caters to the needs of both the novice and advanced users of AutoCAD Map 3D 2011. Written with the tutorial point of view and the learn-by-doing theme, the textbook is ideally suited for learning at your convenience and your pace.Salient Features of the Textbook
Consists of 11 chapters that are arranged in a pedagogical sequence covering Coordinates systems, GIS data analyses, Object Classification, Map Book creation, point cloud to list a fewConsists of hundreds of illustrations, flow diagrams, and logical data models representing various processes of data analyses Real-world projects and examples focusing on industry experienceStep-by-step examples that guide the users through the learning processAdditional information is provided throughout the book in the form of tips and notes Self-Evaluation test, Review Questions, and Exercises are given at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledgeFree Teaching and Learning Resources
CADCIM Technologies provides the following free teaching and learning resources with this textbook:
Technical support by contacting techsupport@cadcim.comCustomizable PowerPoint Presentations of every chapter (For faculty only)Drawing files of all illustrations, examples, and exercises Instructor's Guide with solution to all review questions and instructions to create the models for exercises (For faculty only)
