A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn Publicly Available LiDAR for Surface Creation

This Carlson Software webinar demonstrates how publicly available LiDAR can be downloaded, filtered, thinned and prepared for surface creation. Travis Maxwell shows how LAS and LAZ point-cloud files, LAS tools batch processing, Carlson grid files, contours and Google Earth checks can support preliminary terrain modeling workflows.

Key Topics:

• Public LiDAR sources and download workflow
• LAS and LAZ file handling
• Class 2 ground-point filtering
• Grid-file surface creation in Carlson
• Contour review and Google Earth verification

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

This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 06/14/2023.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn Publicly Available LiDAR for Surface Creation

This webinar, led by Travis Maxwell and hosted by That CAD Girl, demonstrates how to import and process publicly available LiDAR data to create accurate surface models in Carlson Software. Attendees learned step-by-step methods for downloading, filtering and converting LiDAR datasets using LAS tools and Carlson’s surface modeling features.

Key Topics:

• Downloading LiDAR data from the USGS National Map and state repositories
• Using LAS Tools to preprocess and filter LiDAR point clouds
• Creating surfaces and contours in Carlson Software
• Managing precision and file size for optimal performance
• Legal and practical considerations for using public LiDAR data

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

This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 04/12/2023.

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

This introductory Carlson Software webinar guides new users through configuring settings, templates and point management in Carlson Survey and Civil modules. It covers installation defaults, project folder organization, drawing templates and practical workflows for creating and editing points.

Key Topics:

• Carlson Configure and default settings
• Project and data folder setup
• Drawing templates and DWT management
• Point creation, linking and editing
• Help resources and version/build 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 01/06/2021.

Learn the fundamentals of CAD with That CAD Girl’s Getting Started with CAD training series. This introductory session covers essential CAD concepts, interface navigation, command-line skills, and best practices for working in Carlson, MicroSurvey, and Civil 3D.

Key Topics:

• Understanding CAD platforms (IntelliCAD vs. AutoCAD)
• Navigating Carlson, MicroSurvey, and Civil 3D interfaces
• Using workspaces, ribbons, and toolbars effectively
• Command-line basics and shortcut aliases
• File management, auto-save, and backup strategies
• Customizing options and display settings
• Status bar tools and function key shortcuts
• Drawing settings, units, and coordinate systems
• Line vs. Polyline fundamentals
• UCS icon setup and coordinate orientation

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 9/16/2025

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Manage the File Menu

This webinar explores the often-overlooked tools and workflows within Carlson Software’s File menu. It demonstrates how to use the Start Page, Drawings Map, publishing tools, import/export options and cleanup utilities to improve CAD efficiency and data exchange.

Key Topics:

• Carlson Start Page and Drawings Map
• File management and publishing to PDF
• Importing/exporting LandXML and Civil 3D data
• Carlson Community and data sharing
• Drawing cleanup, geolocation and eTransmit

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 05/27/2020.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Streamline Annotation Workflows

This webinar explores Carlson Software’s Annotate Menu, demonstrating practical tools for labeling, dimensioning and automating drafting tasks in survey and civil drawings. Jennifer DiBona (That CAD Girl) walks through real‑world examples showing how to streamline annotation, manage object linking and use time‑saving commands.

Key Topics:

• Auto Annotate and object linking behavior
• Line and curve tables, label flipping and re‑annotation
• Survey Text tools (building dimensions, offset dimensions, joiner text)
• Labeling coordinates, slopes and creating legends
• Tips for grids, spot elevations and field‑to‑finish integration

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 09/24/2020.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Manage Takeoff Workflows

This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of Carlson Takeoff and the Takeoff Suite, explaining how construction and civil design professionals can use the software for estimating, modeling and quantity takeoffs. It covers product differences, pricing, module functions and step‑by‑step demonstrations of CAD Net, Construction, Geotech and Trench tools.

Key Topics:

• Carlson Takeoff vs Civil Suite capabilities
• CAD Net digitizing and PDF vectorization
• Drawing cleanup and elevation tools
• Model building for machine control and quantity reports

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 10/30/2020.

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

This webinar introduces new and existing users to Carlson Software’s desktop environment, focusing on configuration, settings management and point handling. It covers interface customization, project folder structures, templates and best practices for managing data and drawing standards.

Key Topics:

• Carlson Software user interface and configuration
• Project and data folder setup
• Drawing templates and settings files
• Managing and editing points (CRD files)
• Linking data, scaling and annotation standards

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 11/02/2020.

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

This webinar provides a comprehensive introduction to Carlson Software, focusing on configuration, settings management and point data handling. Participants learn how to set up projects, manage templates, configure defaults and work efficiently with Carlson’s survey and civil design tools.

Key Topics:

• Carlson Software interface and configuration
• Setting up projects, data and settings folders
• Creating and using templates (DWT files)
• Managing points, CRD files and drawing setup
• Understanding scales, symbols and annotation standards

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 10/07/2020.

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

This introductory webinar walks new Carlson Software users through essential setup and configuration steps, including interface customization, project folder management, template creation and point handling. It provides practical guidance on organizing data, defining defaults and using Carlson’s drawing and coordinate tools efficiently.

Key Topics:

• Carlson Software interface and configuration basics
• Project and data folder setup
• Drawing templates and default settings
• Point file management and import/export
• Troubleshooting and technical support tips

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 09/02/2020.