Harnessing AutoCAD Civil 3D 2011

Harnessing Autocad® Civil 3D® 2011, introduces readers to Autodesk® Civil 3D® 2011, the very latest release of this software. Strategically developed exercises printed within the book are supported by over 600 pages of online text emphasizing industry best practices. Online material is available with the access code within the book. This powerful learning tool contains all the information needed to learn the fundamentals of this widely use civil engineering program, all in a single resource. This book includes straightforward explanations of program functionality, as well as exercises that demonstrate how its concepts fit into civil engineering design. The processes for performing all of the tasks required to create Civil 3D® objects are clearly shown, so that readers will develop a solid foundation in the subject matter. Along with its associated software, this book delivers the type of functionality required to teach all phases of planning, civil engineering, and surveying in any civil engineering course.

Phillip J. Zimmerman graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Geography. He received his Master's Degree from Western Michigan University. Mr. Zimmerman worked at Autodesk® from 1998 to 2003 and is currently employed by IMAGINiT as a Solutions Engineer and national training resource.