Updated for use with latest version of Autodesk® Inventor® software, AUTODESK® INVENTOR® 2012 ESSENTIALS PLUS demonstrates critical CAD concepts, from basic sketching and modeling through advanced modeling techniques, and provides the skills you need to master this commonly-used professional tool. The book walks you through every component of the software, including the user interface, toolbars, dialogue boxes, sketch tools, drawing views, assembly modeling, and more. A combination 'how-to' and reference manual, AUTODESK® INVENTOR® 2012 ESSENTIALS PLUS also features step-by-step tutorials and project exercises, and is an ideal resource for new learners and working professionals alike.