Exploring AutoCAD Civil 3D 2012 is a comprehensive textbook that explains the concepts and principles of AutoCAD Civil 3D though practical examples, tutorials, and exercises. This enables users to harness the power of AutoCAD Civil 3D for their specific use. A number of "Civil Engineering" related examples have been used as projects to ensure that the user can relate his knowledge of this book with the real-world designs. This textbook consists of 12 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence covering Points Creations, Surface Creations, Google Earth Interoperability, Surface Analysis, Corridor Modeling, Pipe Networks, and so on. Each chapter begins with a command section that provides a detailed explanation of the commands and tools in AutoCAD Civil 3D. - from Amzon