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For intermediate/advanced-level courses in 3D Design and Concepts, Technical Illustration, Mechanical Design and Drafting, Architectural Design and Drafting, Animation, and Computer Graphics in departments of Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, and Computer Graphic Arts.

Autodesk VIZ® Fundamentals: Using Release 2008 is written for users with basic knowledge of computers and CAD and explores Autodesk VIZ®, from the basics of computer animation to the practical applications of the program. Combining a theoretical approach with hands-on activities, users learn not only what commands and techniques to use, but why they are important in today’s dynamic environment. Designed to develop skills in a progressive manner, the text incorporates more than 1000 images and a full-color insert to help readers visualize processes as they are presented. Readers also receive an accompanying CD-ROM and a tear-out quick chart highlighting short cut keys for easy reference.

For intermediate/advanced-level courses in 3D Design and Concepts, Technical Illustration, Mechanical Design and Drafting, Architectural Design and Drafting, Animation, and Computer Graphics in departments of Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, and Computer Graphic Arts.

Autodesk VIZ® Fundamentals: Using Release 2008 is written for users with basic knowledge of computers and CAD and explores Autodesk VIZ®, from the basics of computer animation to the practical applications of the program. Combining a theoretical approach with hands-on activities, users learn not only what commands and techniques to use, but why they are important in today’s dynamic environment. Designed to develop skills in a progressive manner, the text incorporates more than 1000 images and a full-color insert to help readers visualize processes as they are presented. Readers also receive an accompanying CD-ROM and a tear-out quick chart highlighting short cut keys for easy reference.

HALLMARK FEATURES

Text is divided into six parts–that explore the basics of Autodesk VIZ®.

• Offers complete coverage of the Autodesk VIZ® program, including an introduction to computer animation, an overview of Autodesk VIZ®, preparation for 3D modeling, 3D modeling, presentation, and practical applications chapters. 

Labs progress with complexity–throughout the text.

• Allow users to build competencies gradually and challenge their newfound skills and expertise. 

Practical application chapters–appear in Part 6.

• Add meaning and demonstrate how software can be used in a variety or areas such as architecture, mechanical motion, and graphic arts.  

More than 1,000 images, a full-color insert, and a tear-out Quick Chart –appear in the text.

• Offer concrete illustrations of actions, processes, projects, and shortcuts.
• Provide an excellent reference for the user whether in a school setting, the business world, or the basement office.  

Lights! Camera! Action! Boxes–appear throughout the text.

• Introduce special tips and tricks that help users achieve their animation goals. 

An Accompanying CD-ROM–comes with the text.

• Includes a variety of features such as a materials library, bitmap images, 3D models, still renderings, animations and more!
• Provides a wealth of tools and techniques in a single source.

New! Autodesk VIZ 2008 icons–flag features that are new to the 2008 version of the Autodesk VIZ software.

• Creates a quick study guide for instructors and students who need to familiarize themselves with the newest features of the software. 

• Presents exercises at the end of each chapter to reinforce chapter material.
• Encourages users to apply theory immediately to a lab experience and understand the rationale behind it.

New! CD Icons–appear in the text margins.

• Direct students to the Student Data Files on the CD bound into the text. 

• Chapter Introductions
• Chapter Summaries
• Chapter Test Questions
• Chapter Assignments  

New! Job Skills sections–are included throughout.

• Link the application of the software to the tasks that students will perform on a daily basis.
• Provide tips and tricks that are not discussed in other areas of the text.

PART ONE: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ANIMATION

1.      Introduction to Three-Dimensional Presentation

2.      Rendering and Animation Applications

3.      Interacting with Autodesk VIZ

4.      The Fast Lane

5.      Moving About the 3D World

6.      Basics of Creation

7.      Basics of Editing

8.      Basic Modeling: Primitives, Shapes, and Shape and Parametric Modifiers

9.      Advanced Modeling: Compound Objects

10.  Special Modeling: AEC Objects

11.  A Brighter Outlook: Cameras, Lights, and Rendering

12.  A New Coat of Paint: Materials Creation and Applications

13.  Let’s Get Moving: Animation

14.  Follow the Leader: Hierarchy Linking and Inverse Kinematics

15.  Still Life: Working with Light and Shadow

16.  Architectural Presentation: Camera Techniques

17.  Artist’s Exhibition: Applying Bitmaps

18.  Mechanical Motion: Hierarchical Linking

3-D Studio VIZ (CAD / Engineering Graphics / Drafting)
Animation (Computer Graphics / Arts)

Stephen J. Ethier and Christine A. Ethier have been married for 23 years. Both born and raised in Southern Ontario, Stephen‘s initial training was in mechanical engineering followed by an entire life spent in various kinds of computer education while Christine was initially educated in psychology and education and has several years training in communication and journalism. The pair have been writing textbooks on computer aided drafting and design, animation, and various related topics for Prentice Hall for the past sixteen years and have developed quite a list of titles for the educational and professional market. They live in the maritime region of eastern Canada with Seth, Zachary, Frodo and Contessa, their four cats, and Terra, their one grown up daughter who is studying journalism.

View a Sample Chapter PDF:

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• 3D CAD Curriculum - Mechanical -- ADI Press
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