A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Point Cloud – Learn to Process Point Cloud Data

This webinar provides an in-depth overview of Carlson Point Cloud, demonstrating how to import, clean, and process point cloud data for surveying and CAD integration. Presenter Doug Oberg walks through workflows using drone imagery, Photo Capture, and Carlson’s Point Cloud Basic and Advanced modules.

Key Topics:

• Importing and managing point clouds in Carlson
• Cleaning and processing data (Bare Earth extraction, noise removal)
• Creating surfaces, points, and CAD drawings from point clouds
• Using Photo Capture and GeoTIFF imagery
• Advanced tools for parking lot and color edge extraction

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 04/28/2022.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Configure Settings and Manage Points

This introductory Carlson Software webinar, led by Travis Maxwell and hosted by Jennifer DiBona, walks new users through essential setup steps, configuration settings, and point management in Carlson Survey and Civil Suite. The session covers environment setup, coordinate systems, drawing configuration, and best practices for managing data and point files.

Key Topics:

• Carlson Software environment and toolbar setup
• Drawing and coordinate system configuration
• Project folder management and data paths
• Carlson Configure settings and INI files
• Importing and managing survey points

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 04/08/2022.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson SurvNet – Learn Best Practices for GNSS RTK Networks

This webinar led by Carlson Software’s Doug Hoberg covers best practices for using GNSS and RTK systems in surveying workflows. It focuses on establishing accurate control networks, integrating GPS and EDM data, and performing least-squares adjustments using Carlson SurvNet.

Key Topics:

• GNSS/RTK field procedures and accuracy considerations
• Establishing and verifying control networks
• Using Carlson SurvNet for traverse adjustment and network analysis
• Managing standard errors, redundancy, and blunder detection
• Generating ALTA/NSPS relative positional accuracy (RPA) reports

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 01/27/2022.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn Survey Annotation Tools

This webinar, Annotation for Surveyors, presented by Carlson Software’s Doug Oberg, provides a detailed walkthrough of annotation tools and best practices in Carlson CAD software. The session covers area labeling, bearings and distances, curve annotation, and automation techniques for efficient survey drafting.

Key Topics:

• Annotation setup and configuration in Carlson Software
• Labeling areas, bearings, distances, and curves
• Using Auto Annotate and Lot Network tools for automation

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 03/24/2022.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn Coordinate System Fundamentals

This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Carlson Software’s Doug Oberg, explores the fundamentals of coordinate systems used in surveying and CAD workflows. It covers ellipsoids, geoids, datums, scale factors, and Carlson tools for managing grid‑to‑ground conversions and projections.

Key Topics:

• Coordinate system fundamentals (ellipsoid, geoid, state plane, grid vs. ground)
• Scale factors and combined scale factor calculations
• Carlson Software tools for coordinate management and projection setup
• Upcoming datum and unit changes (NAD 2022, low‑distortion projections, U.S. survey foot retirement)
• Practical applications for surveyors using GPS, RTK, and CAD integration

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 09/08/2022.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Manage Projection Zones

This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Carlson Software’s Doug Oberg, explains the updates to projection and zone settings introduced in Carlson 2024. It clarifies the purpose of new prompts, datum realizations, and configuration options to help surveyors transition smoothly to the latest version.

Key Topics:

• Changes to projection and datum settings in Carlson 2024
• Understanding NAD83 realizations and EPSG codes
• Lat/Long transformation toggle and its implications
• Backward compatibility and upgrade recommendations
• Future improvements planned for Carlson 2025

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 03/21/2024.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Analyze Survey Networks

This recorded webinar provides a detailed overview of Carlson SurvNet’s Least Squares Adjustment tools, presented by
surveyor and software developer Donnie Stallings. The session covers the theory behind least squares, practical setup and
configuration in SurvNet, and interpretation of adjustment reports for survey network analysis.

Key Topics:

• Fundamentals of Least Squares Adjustment
• Carlson SurvNet configuration and settings
• Processing total station and GPS data
• Reading and interpreting adjustment reports
• Troubleshooting and blunder detection

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Donnie Stallings on 04/04/2024.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Process Point Clouds

This Carlson CAD Solutions webinar, led by Doug Oberg, provided a detailed overview of Carlson Point Clouds software, demonstrating how surveyors can use it to process, clean, and extract data from LiDAR and drone-based point clouds. The session covered both basic and advanced modules, including workflows for creating surfaces, extracting features, and integrating with CAD.

Key Topics:

• Introduction to Carlson Point Clouds and workflow integration with CAD
• Importing and managing LiDAR and drone data
• Creating bare earth models and virtual surveys
• Feature extraction tools (curbs, sidewalks, parking lines)
• Field-to-finish and surface modeling techniques

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 10/24/2024.

A Virtual Webinar Using IntelliCAD – Learn to Create Dynamic Blocks

This webinar, Dynamic Blocks for the Engineer and Surveyor, presented by Carlson CAD Solutions, provides an in-depth tutorial on creating and using dynamic blocks in IntelliCAD 12.1. The session covers setup, parameters, actions, and advanced applications for engineers and surveyors seeking to streamline CAD workflows.

Key Topics:

• Introduction to Dynamic Blocks in IntelliCAD 12.1
• Creating and customizing toolbars for block editing
• Using parameters, actions, and visibility states
• Associative hatching and dimensioning
• Practical engineering applications (e.g., outlet structures, scale bars)

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.

This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 10/23/2024.