AutoCAD 2026 Books

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Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User Study Guide

Available January 5, 2026

By Daniel John Stine AIA, IES, CSI, CDT, Well AP, William G. Wyatt Ed.D., CET

Intermediate

400 pages

Helps you get ready for the AutoCAD Certified User Exam
Covers all the exam objectives in detail
Tutorials help to reinforce the material covered
Comes with practice exam software that simulates an actual exam

Introduction to AutoCAD 2026 for Civil Engineering Applications

Available August 1, 2025

By Nighat Yasmin Ph.D.

Beginner

850 pages

Combines the theory of engineering graphics and the use of AutoCAD 2026
Designed specifically for civil engineering students
Uses clearly defined objectives and step-by-step instructions

Technical Drawing 101 with AutoCAD 2026

Available July 29, 2025

By Ashleigh Congdon-Fuller, Antonio Ramirez, Douglas Smith

Beginner

600 pages

Blends technical drawing and an introduction to AutoCAD 2026
Includes mechanical, architectural, civil and electronic projects
Extensive library of video instruction included with each book
Drafting theory is incorporated throughout the text
Designed to be used in a single semester, instructor led course
Each chapter contains key terms, unit summaries, review questions and drawing projects

Engineering Graphics Essentials with AutoCAD 2026 Instruction

Available July 7, 2025

By Kirstie Plantenberg

Beginner

950 pages

Covers both engineering graphics and AutoCAD 2026
Each book includes videos, audio lectures, interactive quizzes and more
Numerous exercises are used throughout the book to reinforce key concepts
Includes hand sketching exercises
Features extensive video instruction where the author guides you through every AutoCAD lesson in the book

AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling

Available June 30, 2025

By Randy H. Shih

Intermediate

400 pages

Designed for users who want to learn 3D modeling using AutoCAD 2026
Uses step-by-step tutorials that progress with each chapter
Learn to create wireframe models, 3D surface models, 3D solid models, multiview drawings and 3D renderings

AutoCAD 2026 for the Interior Designer

Available June 11, 2025

By Dean Muccio

Beginner

450 pages

No prior AutoCAD experience is required
Created specifically for interior designers and classroom use
Uses interior space planning tutorials
Focused around a hotel suite project
Covers AutoCAD for both Macs and PCs

Tools for Design Using AutoCAD 2026 and Autodesk Inventor 2026

Available June 3, 2025

By Randy H. Shih

Beginner

650 pages

Designed for students who want to learn AutoCAD and Inventor 2026 and are completely new to CAD
Covers 2D drawing, 3D modeling, assembly modeling, freehand sketching and finite element analysis
Uses step-by-step instructions throughout the book
Includes three assembly projects using three popular robot kits

AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals

Available May 30, 2025

By Luke Jumper, Randy H. Shih

Beginner

500 pages

Designed for users new to CAD
Uses step-by-step tutorials to teach you 2D drawing using AutoCAD
Covers the performance tasks found on the AutoCAD 2026 Certified User Examination
Includes extensive video instruction

AutoCAD 2026 Instructor

Available May 19, 2025

By James A. Leach B.I.D., M.Ed., Shawna Lockhart

All Users

1300 pages

In depth coverage of AutoCAD’s commands and features
Chapters are structured around related commands
Starts with fundamental commands and progresses to more specialized applications
An ideal reference guide for users at all levels
Well suited for a two or three course sequence
Includes introductory videos and bonus chapters on dynamic blocks and express tools
Includes videos with greater coverage of AutoCAD's tools and features
This edition features a new chapter on parametrics