2024 Virtual Workshop Recordings

The session provides an interactive training on Carlson Software, focusing on its user interface and compatibility with CAD platforms like IntelliCAD and AutoCAD. Participants learn to manage lot features, including adding edges and converting polylines. The importance of editing point files and ensuring surface accuracy is emphasized, along with the shrink wrap functionality for proper surface boundaries. The session wraps up with final adjustments and preparation for upcoming topics.

Learn how to effectively manage GIS data with Carlson’s application. Discover the differences between GIS and survey modules, the process of importing public data, and the importance of unique naming conventions for feature files. Understand how to edit GIS attributes, set up database formats, and establish geo maps with latitude and longitude. Address challenges like bugs in recent releases and prepare GIS data for field work.

Explore the capabilities of Carlson’s photo capture program for processing point clouds in the cloud. Learn how to create point clouds, manage projects, and import LAS files with ease. Discover automated extraction methods for enhanced accuracy in cloud surveys, including curb and parking line detection. Understand the importance of ground control points and proper data management to ensure reliable project outcomes and streamline surveying workflows.

Explore the essential aspects of civil engineering, focusing on surface models and roadway design. Learn about the importance of 3D visualization for accurate design and the new features that streamline the process. Understand effective water flow management through proper grading and drainage design, including the use of watershed layers and runoff coefficients. The session also covers project planning and storm drainage networks, concluding with a Q&A for participant engagement.

The presentation covers essential aspects of design and engineering, focusing on digital terrain models and their role in 3D hydrology. Key topics include the design process for culverts, watershed calculations, and dynamic CAD techniques. Attendees learn about file management, realistic design elements, and hydrology calculations for peak flow. The session also highlights user-configurable standards and upcoming parametric design features, concluding with plans for plotting design profiles.

The session introduces attendees to hydrology concepts, focusing on runoff tracking and digital terrain models. It demonstrates advanced texturing with Roadnet and emphasizes layer management for cleaner designs. Key topics include the installation of a 42-inch culvert, dynamic CAD features, and the importance of accurate data representation. The inspection process of manholes and effective staff training on software are also discussed, highlighting cost management and efficiency in design.

Carlson Takeoff is a powerful tool for surface modeling and quantity takeoffs, designed to work seamlessly with AutoCAD. The session outlines the modular installation options and the importance of specialized modules for Civil Suite users. Key workflows for quantity takeoffs are discussed, including creating clean drawings and managing data. The model building process is detailed, focusing on accurate volume calculations and the use of the Surface Inspector tool for effective surface management.

Explore the powerful tools in Carlson software that transition from 2D to 3D. Learn about essential commands for drawing cleanup and surface modeling, including contour elevation techniques. Understand the significance of maintaining original 2D polylines and managing vector data. Discover the process of analyzing geotechnical reports and the importance of participant feedback for enhancing future training sessions.

The session introduces the Field to Finish tool, emphasizing its flexibility for surveyors. It covers data collection, coding systems, and software compatibility. Key techniques include checking code, connecting lines accurately, and using jog commands for adjustments. The importance of dimensions in 3D applications is highlighted, along with commands for restoring layers and adding annotations. The session wraps up with a Q&A and logistics for future sessions.

The session covers techniques for improving GIS data collection, including the use of annotations and editing field codes. It highlights the importance of text attributes and integrating notes into coordinate files for efficiency. The discussion includes GPS measurements, coding order, and the creation of pipe networks. Comparisons between point cloud data and traditional methods are made, with software recommendations for surveyors and civil engineers.

Donnie Stallings, a retired surveyor, introduces key concepts in surveying, focusing on least squares adjustments and planned projects like 3D surveys. He highlights essential resources for learning and discusses adjustment techniques, emphasizing data averaging and statistical methods. The session covers control point settings, GPS errors, adjustment iterations, and ALTA testing procedures, along with new features for coordinate scaling and blunder detection methods.

The session begins with an introduction and encourages participant interaction. It discusses the convenience of online seminars while noting the lack of hands-on experience. Key topics include data quality analysis, surveying techniques, and compliance with standards. The importance of degrees of freedom in surveys is explained. Project management aspects are covered, including task transitions and data reliability. Participants receive thanks and information on follow-up communications.

The podcast introduces a bonus session and highlights software giveaways. It covers surface modeling, focusing on break lines and grading basics, along with drawing inspection and data validation. Key checks for data validity are discussed, especially for managing elevations. The session explores Carlson Civil functionalities, including surface merging, GIS capabilities, and converting 2D polylines to 3D. Techniques for calculating slopes for grading are also presented, concluding with a Q&A invitation.

Learn essential surface modeling techniques using Carlson software, focusing on pad grading methods. Key topics include setting elevations, creating daylight lines, and ensuring proper slopes. The process covers designing curb elevations, converting 2D polylines to 3D, and managing grading effectively. Volume calculations and final adjustments for model accuracy are also discussed, concluding with a Q&A session addressing specific modeling questions.

Mark Long shares his expertise in civil and hydrology training, focusing on efficient engineering practices. He demonstrates Carlson software’s functionality for laying out lots in subdivisions, managing lot sizes, and labeling lot lines. The session covers road design processes, including adding roads, managing networks, and addressing technical challenges. Key design considerations include preventing water ponding at intersections and ensuring proper drainage, with practical examples illustrating effective modifications.

Mark Long shares insights from his civil engineering experience, focusing on the Precision 3D software. He demonstrates its capabilities in surface modeling, hydrology management, and drainage improvements. Key topics include CAD design techniques, accurate calculations for storm drainage, and sewer network design. The session highlights future enhancements in engineering software and its impact on design practices, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new technologies.