CAD

2021 Virtual Workshops 1-2 Tips & Tricks for Standardizing Carlson Software with IntelliCAD
Recorded 12/01/2021
This session from That CAD Girl’s 2021 Virtual Workshops features Travis Maxwell presenting advanced Carlson Software and IntelliCAD techniques for establishing and maintaining CAD standards. The webinar covers fonts, line types, blocks, symbol libraries, and tool palettes to streamline drafting workflows and ensure consistent, efficient project delivery. Key Topics: Managing fonts, line types, and CAD standards in Carlson Software Creating and scaling custom blocks and symbols Setting up shared symbol libraries and tool palettes Troubleshooting IntelliCAD compatibility issues Implementing company‑wide CAD standards and workflows Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 12/01/2021.

2021 Virtual Workshops 1-1 Overview of Carlson Software Products
Recorded 12/01/2021.
This virtual workshop introduces Carlson Software’s core CAD tools, licensing options, and interoperability with AutoCAD and IntelliCAD. Jennifer DiBona demonstrates setup, field‑to‑finish workflows, surface modeling, lot design, and road network creation for surveyors and civil engineers. Key Topics: Carlson Software overview and independence Licensing, installation, and maintenance structure Field‑to‑Finish, surfaces, and data management GIS and Google Earth integration LotNet and RoadNet design workflows Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 12/07/2021.

Tools &Tricks For Converting Outside CAD Files
Recorded on 4/13/2022
This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Travis Maxwell, provides a comprehensive walkthrough of best practices for converting and cleaning external CAD files for use in Carlson Software. It covers layer management, font and block cleanup, layer translation, and troubleshooting performance issues in IntelliCAD versus AutoCAD. Key Topics: Cleaning and optimizing external CAD files Managing layers, fonts, and Xrefs Using layer translation tools and templates Handling blocks, line types, and viewport colors Troubleshooting IntelliCAD performance issues Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 04/13/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 1-1 Introduction to CAD
Recorded 11/15/2022
The opening session of the 2022 Virtual Workshops introduced participants to IntelliCAD 2023 and Carlson 2023, focusing on CAD fundamentals, interface navigation, and drafting precision. Jennifer DiBona guided attendees through command usage, settings, object snaps, polylines, text tools, and practical workflow tips for survey and civil design professionals. Key Topics: Workshop logistics and GoToWebinar Q&A setup Overview of Carlson 2023 (IntelliCAD 10.1) release and stability improvements CAD interface elements: command line, toolbars, menus, ribbons, workspaces Default settings, options, and drafting preferences Command entry, quick keys, and aliases Object snaps (OSNAP) and precision drafting Lines vs. polylines, grips, and selection methods Text creation (single‑line vs multi‑line) and editing Saving, backups, and workspace management Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 11/15/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 6-5 – Tips & Tricks and Management of Project Data
Recorded 12/13/2022
In the final session of That CAD Girl’s 2022 Virtual Workshop series, Travis demonstrated advanced CAD project management workflows using tables, custom fields, and sheet sets. The session also covered Civil 3D conversions, LIDAR data handling, grading, watershed analysis, and integration with HEC-RAS for hydrology modeling. Key Topics: Automating project data with tables and custom fields Using Sheet Set Manager for large projects Civil 3D file conversion and XREF management LIDAR data processing and surface creation Watershed analysis and drainage modeling HEC-RAS integration for hydraulic design Grading and pad design enhancements Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 12/13/2022.

How to Create the Ultimate Drawing Template and Get the Most Out of It
Recorded on 2/15/2022
This webinar from That CAD Girl and Carlson Software expert Travis Maxwell walks users through building a clean, efficient, and scalable CAD drawing template in IntelliCAD/Carlson. Topics include cleaning files, managing layers, fonts, line types, title blocks, plotting standards, and using sheet sets for multi‑sheet projects. Key Topics: Creating and maintaining clean template files Managing layers, line types, and fonts Setting up title blocks, attributes, and fields Plot styles, CTB management, and publishing PDFs Using sheet sets for multi‑sheet management Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 02/15/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 6-4 Live Design_New Techniques for Better Project Design with Carlson Civil
Recorded 12/13/2022
This virtual workshop session features civil engineer Bill Dennis demonstrating a streamlined field-to-office GIS and CAD workflow using Carlson Software. The presentation covers integrating GPS data, GIS mapping, and CAD design to improve efficiency in large-scale land development projects. Key Topics: Field-to-office GIS and CAD integration GPS-based conceptual design workflows Carlson Software tools for civil engineering Data export/import between CAD, GIS, and mobile devices Real-world project demonstration Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Bill Dennis of Civil Design Team LLC of Greer on 12/13/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 6-3 – Fire Flow Analysis Case Study
Recorded 12/13/2022
This Carlson Software virtual workshop session, led by Travis Maxwell, demonstrates how to model waterline extensions and perform fire flow and hydrostatic pressure analysis using Carlson’s Pressure Pipe Network tools. The presentation covers setup, data input, hydraulic grade line calculations, and integration with EPA Net for validation. Key Topics: Pressure Pipe Network setup and configuration Fire flow and hydrostatic pressure testing Hydraulic grade line (HGL) and PSI-to-head conversions Integration with EPA Net for model verification Managing pipe crossings, profiles, and demand nodes Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 12/13/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 6-2 – Pervious Paver Parking Lot Design
Recorded 12/13/2022
This virtual workshop showcased a real-world case study on designing a permeable paver stormwater system using Carlson HydroNet. Engineers from Finch & Associates demonstrated how to model complex drainage networks, link watershed areas, and simulate stormwater detention using Carlson’s 2022–2023 hydrology tools. Key Topics: Permeable paver stormwater design Carlson HydroNet modeling and routing Stormwater detention and drainage analysis Project case study: Veterinary hospital expansion in Knightdale, NC Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Finch & […]

Customizing Menus & Toolbars
Recorded on 5/11/2022
This webinar, led by Travis Maxwell and hosted by That CAD Girl, provides an in-depth walkthrough of how to customize menus, toolbars, workspaces, and settings in Carlson Software. It covers practical steps for saving configurations, managing tool palettes, and optimizing the user interface for efficiency. Key Topics: Customizing toolbars, menus, and workspaces in Carlson Using the CUI (Custom User Interface) command Managing tool palettes and saving configuration files Layer management and workspace recovery Tips for efficient CAD setup and troubleshooting Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 05/11/2022.