Field-to-Finish/Auto-linework

The Very Basics of Carlson Field to Finish
Recorded 2/11/2020
This webinar introduces the foundational concepts of Carlson’s Field to Finish feature, demonstrating how to set up field code files, manage point data, and automate the creation of symbols and linework in CAD drawings. Attendees learn how to configure FLD files, use special codes, and control point display layers for efficient survey data processing. Key Topics: Overview of Field to Finish in Carlson Survey Creating and managing FLD (field code) files Point creation, attributes, and symbol management Layer control and attribute separation Use of special codes and description handling Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 02/11/2020.

Taking a Survey Project from Field to Plotted Sheet
This webinar walks through the complete workflow of taking a survey project from raw field data to a finished plotted sheet using Carlson Survey. It covers importing points, managing coordinate files, deed entry, field‑to‑finish automation, surface generation, and final sheet layout for professional deliverables. Key Topics: Importing and managing survey points and coordinate files Entering and processing deed descriptions Using field‑to‑finish for automated drafting Building surfaces and contours Creating legends, title blocks, and final plot sheets Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/21/2020.

The Very Basics of Carlson Field to Finish
Recorded 08/21/2018
This webinar introduces the foundational concepts of Carlson Software’s Field to Finish feature, demonstrating how to automate point layering, symbol insertion, and linework creation based on field descriptions. It provides a step-by-step walkthrough of setting up FLD files, managing layers, and using special codes for survey data processing. Key Topics: Setting up and editing Field to Finish (FLD) code tables Automating point and symbol management in Carlson Survey Using layers, attributes, and special codes for efficient mapping Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 08/21/2018.

Taking a Survey Project from Field to Plotted Sheet
Recorded 08/16/2018
This webinar provides a complete walkthrough of managing a survey project in Carlson Software—from initial setup and importing field data to creating surfaces, labeling, and producing final deliverables. It demonstrates practical workflows, configuration tips, and best practices for surveyors using Carlson Survey and Field‑to‑Finish tools. Key Topics: Carlson Survey project setup and configuration Importing and managing point data (CRD, ASCII) Field‑to‑Finish processing and layer management Deed entry, correlation, and legal description tools Surface creation, contouring, and annotation Map finishing: legends, scales, and title blocks Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 08/16/2018.

Advanced Field to Finish – Perfecting Coding & Creating Linework
Recorded 3/18/2020
This advanced Carlson Survey webinar demonstrates how to perfect field‑to‑finish coding and generate accurate linework directly from survey data. It covers building and editing FLD files, normalizing field codes, and using special codes to automate linework creation. Key Topics: Creating and editing Field‑to‑Finish (FLD) files Normalizing and bulk‑importing point descriptions Using special codes for linework, curves, offsets, and closures Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 03/18/2020.

Advanced Field to Finish – Perfecting Coding & Creating Linework
Recorded 09/26/2018
This advanced Carlson Software webinar demonstrates how to perfect Field‑to‑Finish workflows by standardizing field codes, creating and populating FLD files, and generating automated linework. It builds on the basics of point coding to show efficient methods for coding, symbol management, and drawing 2D/3D polylines directly from survey data. Key Topics: Populating and cleaning FLD files from point data Standardizing field descriptions and coding syntax Using special codes for linework, curves, and offsets Managing layers, symbols, and line types Automating 2D and 3D polyline creation Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 09/26/2018.

Overview of SurvCE & SurvPC and the Carlson Cloud
Recorded 6/12/2018
This webinar provides a detailed overview of Carlson’s field software—SurvCE and SurvPC—and demonstrates how they integrate with the Carlson Cloud for data sharing. Presenter Jeremy Taylor walks through configuration, setup, and practical field workflows for surveyors using both total stations and GPS equipment. Key Topics: Overview and comparison of SurvCE and SurvPC Job setup, configuration, and data management Equipment setup for total stations and GPS Feature coding, field-to-finish, and stakeout workflows Using Carlson Cloud for file transfer and collaboration Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jeremy Taylor on 06/12/2018.

2016 Virtual Classroom – Survey & GIS Virtual Workshop – Session 6
Recorded 05/17/2016
This session of the Surveying GIS Virtual Workshop focuses on transforming 2D CAD drawings into 3D models for use in surveying, construction stakeout, and model building. It provides step-by-step demonstrations of Carlson Software tools for elevating, labeling, and cleaning up engineering drawings to prepare accurate 3D surfaces. Key Topics: Converting 2D entities to 3D using Carlson Civil tools Elevating building pads, curbs, and contours Cleaning and preparing engineering drawings for modeling Managing layers, blocks, and Civil 3D/Land Desktop data Creating working drawings and exporting surfaces Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 05/17/2016.

2016 Virtual Classroom – Survey & GIS Virtual Workshop – Session 5
Recorded 05/17/2016
This session of the Survey and GIS Virtual Workshop provided a detailed walkthrough of Carlson Software’s Field to Finish functionality, led by Scott Griffin. The presentation demonstrated how to automate drawing creation from field data, manage codes, and integrate 3D elements, pipes, and GIS attributes within Carlson Survey. Key Topics: Carlson Field to Finish setup and workflows Code tables, special codes, and feature types (Tree, Pipe, Topo) Creating 3D trees, pipes, and curb templates Generating tree legends, SEW files, and 3D PDFs Importing and converting PDF files using CADnet Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Scott Griffin on 05/17/2016.

2016 Virtual Classroom – Survey & GIS Virtual Workshop – Session 4
Recorded 05/17/2016
This virtual class, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Jeremy Taylor, provides a comprehensive overview of Carlson’s field software—SurvCE and SurvPC—and demonstrates practical workflows for survey data collection, cloud file sharing, and GPS/localization setup. The session also covers integration with Carlson Survey desktop software and best practices for efficient field-to-office coordination. Key Topics: Differences between SurvCE and SurvPC Using Carlson Cloud for file transfer and collaboration Job setup, configuration, and data management Integration with total stations and GPS rovers Working with CAD files and alignments in the field Ground vs. grid coordinate handling and localization Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jeremy Taylor on 05/17/2016.