I-DEAS Student Guide (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

This book provides the big picture of I-DEAS, and shows how it fits together as an integrated mechanical computer-aided engineering environment. It gives a quick technical introduction to I-DEAS, including versions 9 and 10, and is ideal for users who want to learn other capabilities of the software. Many screen captures give a visual parallel to the explanations given in the text. The Student Guide covers basic commands and procedures, in a format that makes for convenient reference. The chapter-ending section includes a series of tutorials that show basic concepts in a hands-on way. A workshop section follows, and allows users to apply their knowledge in a design context. - A carefully developed learning by doing methodology shows how I-DEAS is employed to do basic mechanical design routines. - The Student Guide provides an easy, affordable reference of I-DEAS commands and procedures. The index is carefully constructed to reinforce the reference value of the book. - The appendix includes an icon summary list, a section on advanced features and interfaces, and a practical troubleshooting reference.