Yes I do come from a CAD back ground. Much of work I do is component parts. So given that I still would like to know where the objects are in relationship with each other.
Part of what I do is sell a concept. If the concept is approved , the project moves forward. In the past I have used Solidworks and flash animation. I like what 3D coat has to offer and want to apply that art side to my concepts.
I may have many component parts that need some degree of alignment, this is why I'm trying to understand better how object can be placed ( by number orientation then visual).
So I have a primitive cube. I want to rotate 45 deg at the y, then place it in a location x,y,z. Thats it ..so far.