In-Depth Carlson Takeoff – Session 1-3
Recorded 01/25/2023

This session is part of a two-day in-depth virtual workshop on Carlson Takeoff, led by That CAD Girl. The training introduces participants to the differences between Carlson Takeoff OEM and the IntelliCAD-based Takeoff Suite, covering setup, importing PDFs, merging images, and preparing data for takeoff and modeling.

Key Topics:

  • Overview of Carlson Takeoff OEM vs. IntelliCAD Takeoff Suite
  • Using CADnet, Construction, Civil, Trench, and Geotech modules
  • Importing and merging PDFs and raster images
  • Converting raster/vector data and digitizing for takeoff
  • Preparing 2D and 3D features for quantity takeoff and modeling

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.
This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/25/2023.


In-Depth Carlson Takeoff – Session #1-2
Recorded 1/25/23

This session is the second part of an in-depth Carlson Takeoff training, demonstrating how to import, scale, and digitize PDF grading plans to prepare existing and proposed surfaces for quantity takeoff. The instructor walks through practical CADNet and Takeoff workflows, emphasizing control setup, layer management, and contour digitization.

Key Topics:

  • Importing and scaling PDF grading plans
  • Setting control points and layers in Carlson CADNet
  • Digitizing existing and proposed contours
  • Using Scale Wizard, Raster cleanup, and Digitize tools
  • Preparing data for surface modeling and takeoff

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/25/2023.


In-Depth Carlson Takeoff – Session #1-1
Recorded 01/25/23

This session is part of a two-day in-depth virtual workshop on Carlson Takeoff, led by That CAD Girl. The training introduces participants to the differences between Carlson Takeoff OEM and the IntelliCAD-based Takeoff Suite, covering setup, importing PDFs, merging images, and preparing data for takeoff and modeling.

Key Topics:

  • Overview of Carlson Takeoff OEM vs. IntelliCAD Takeoff Suite
  • Using CADnet, Construction, Civil, Trench, and Geotech modules
  • Importing and merging PDFs and raster images
  • Converting raster/vector data and digitizing for takeoff
  • Preparing 2D and 3D features for quantity takeoff and modeling

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/25/2023.


Using Carlson for ADA Accessible Design – Session 1-2
Recorded 4/21/2023

This webinar continues the “Using Carlson to Design for ADA Accessibility” series, demonstrating practical methods for grading, parking layout, and ADA-compliant site design using Carlson Civil Suite. Travis provides live examples of slope control, curb ramp modeling, and surface creation to meet ADA standards efficiently.

Key Topics:

  • ADA parking and slope requirements
  • Carlson Civil Suite tools for grading and surface modeling
  • Creating accessible routes, ramps, and curb transitions
  • Troubleshooting triangulated surfaces and contour issues
  • Using RoadNet and SiteNet for curb and ramp automation

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

This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 04/21/2023.


Using Carlson for ADA Accessible Design – Session 1-1
Recorded 04/21/2023

This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Travis Maxwell, provides a detailed walkthrough of designing ADA-compliant site features using Carlson Civil and IntelliCAD. The session covers accessible parking, curb ramps, grading techniques, and practical tools for ensuring compliance with ADA and Fair Housing Act standards.
Key Topics:
ADA and Fair Housing Act accessibility design standards
Carlson Civil tools for curb ramps, parking, and grading
Dynamic modeling and slope analysis for ADA compliance

Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors.
This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 04/21/2023.


Fast Track to CAD and Carlson Software – Session #2-3
Recorded 3/30/2023

This training session from That CAD Girl’s “Fast Track to CAD and Carlson” series demonstrates how to create and manage Carlson projects, import and edit points, configure templates, and set up paper space layouts for plotting. The instructor provides detailed, instruction for both new and experienced users to streamline CAD workflows and maintain data integrity.

Key Topics:

  • Creating new drawings and CRD (coordinate) files
  • Importing and managing survey points
  • Configuring text styles, templates, and point display settings
  • Editing and protecting point data
  • Using paper space, viewports, and plotting techniques

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 03/30/2023.


Fast Track to CAD and Carlson Software – Session #2-2
Recorded 3/30/2023

This training session continues the Fast Track to CAD and Carlson series, guiding new users through Carlson Software fundamentals. It focuses on managing text styles and scales, creating and customizing drawing templates, and understanding Carlson points and layer libraries.

Key Topics:

  • Carlson text sizing and scaling
  • Template creation and National CAD Standard layers
  • Carlson points, attributes, and layer management
  • Using layer libraries for standardization

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 03/30/2023.


Fast Track to CAD and Carlson Software – Session #2-1
Recorded 3/30/2023

This training session, led by That CAD Girl, provides an in-depth introduction to getting started with Carlson Civil Suite 2023 within IntelliCAD. The session covers setup, configuration, data management, and best practices for using Carlson software effectively in CAD environments.

Key Topics:

  • Carlson Software setup and configuration
  • Understanding CAD vs. Carlson environments
  • Managing data, templates, and settings files
  • Project folder structures and linking data
  • Using Carlson Configure for default settings

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 03/30/2023.


Fast Track to CAD and Carlson Software – Session #1-3
Recorded 3/28/2023

This training session from That CAD Girl’s Fast Track to CAD and Carlson series provides a detailed walkthrough of CAD layer management, entity properties, and drawing organization using AutoCAD and IntelliCAD. Participants learn how to create, modify, and manage layers, apply properties, use Carlson’s enhanced layer tools, and work with blocks and external references.

Key Topics:

  • Understanding and managing CAD layers
  • Layer properties: color, line type, and line weight
  • Layer states: on/off, freeze/thaw, lock/unlock
  • Carlson Layer Tools and IntelliCAD Explorer
  • Blocks, symbols, and external references (Xrefs)

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 03/28/2023.


Fast Track to CAD and Carlson Software – Session #1-2
Recorded 03/28/2023

This training session from That CAD Girl provides an in-depth introduction to CAD drafting fundamentals using IntelliCAD and Carlson software. It covers drawing and editing commands, precision drafting tools, object snaps, selection methods, and text creation for survey and design workflows.

Key Topics:

  • Drawing and editing entities (lines, circles, arcs)
  • Object snaps (Osnaps/Esnaps) and precision drafting
  • Selection methods and modify commands
  • Fillet, trim, extend, and grip editing
  • Polylines, explode/join, and text creation (single-line and multi-line)

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 03/28/2023.