Introduction to Carlson Software – Settings, Setup, Configuration & Points

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn Carlson setup and point annotation workflows

This recorded webinar by That CAD Girl provides an in‑depth introduction to Carlson Software, including installation configuration, data folder management, use of templates, annotation scaling and practical CAD workflow tips for survey and civil users.

Attendees learn how to set up drawing defaults, manage point files, adjust annotation sizes consistently and apply Carlson’s field‑to‑finish tools effectively.

Key Topics:

  • Carlson program configuration and default settings
  • Project and data folder structures (Drawing vs Project folders)
  • Template (DWT) and drawing setup for scales, text and symbols
  • Annotation scaling logic: height × scale = plotted size
  • Managing point files (CRD) and field‑to‑finish workflow
  • Quick Keys, snap options and best practices in 2D vs 3D drafting

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/31/2017.


GIS Data Collection for Surveyors

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson SurvCE and SurvPC – Learn to Collect GIS Data for Esri

This training webinar demonstrates how surveyors can collect, manage and exchange GIS data with municipalities using Carlson SurvCE and SurvPC. The session walks through exporting Esri data, importing it into Carlson software, collecting attributes in the field and linking GIS features to CAD drawings.

Key Topics:

  • Esri GIS data export and CAD integration
  • Field data collection using SurvCE/SurvPC
  • Creating and managing GIS attributes
  • Using CRDB, VTT and related Carlson file types
  • Bringing field attribute data back into Carlson Survey

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona and Jeremy Taylor on 04/05/2017.


Field to Finish

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Set Up Field to Finish Code Tables and Layers

This recorded webinar features Carlson Software’s Doug Aaberg demonstrating the complete setup and workflow of the Field to Finish process within Carlson Survey. The session teaches how to configure code tables, manage attributes and layers and automate CAD drafting directly from field data collection.

Key Topics:

  • Setting up and editing Field Code Tables (FLD files)
  • Attributes vs. text-based labeling workflows
  • Layer management best practices
  • Using templates for efficiency (e.g., curbs, ramps, trees)
  • Incorporating special codes and GIS attributes
  • Managing survey points, breaklines and automated surface modeling

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

This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 08/15/2017.


Working with Carlson Hydrology Drafting Pipes and Structures

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn Carlson Hydrology Storm Sewer Drafting for Pipes and Structures

This webinar introduces the foundational drafting tools and network-design capabilities in Carlson Hydrology. It covers setup, surface integration, centerlines, profiles, sewer network creation and labeling workflows essential for building storm and sanitary systems.

Key Topics:

  • Carlson Hydrology drafting fundamentals
  • Working with surfaces, profiles and centerlines
  • Sewer network setup, pipes and structures
  • Drawing and labeling hydrology elements
  • Integration with Carlson Civil

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 04/13/2017.


Working with Carlson Hydrology Drafting Pipes and Structures

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Hydrology – Learn storm sewer drafting for pipes and structures

This webinar introduces the process of drafting pipes and structures using Carlson Hydrology and related Civil tools. It covers creating sewer networks, profiles and surface interactions for accurate drainage and utility design workflows.

Key Topics:

  • Drafting pipes and structures in Carlson Hydrology
  • Drawing sewer networks and stormwater systems
  • Surface interactions for drainage design
  • Profile creation and labeling in Carlson Civil and Hydrology
  • Drafting profiles for design documentation

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 12/19/2017.


Dirty Data Transfer between Carlson and other programs

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Transfer Civil 3D Data into Carlson with LandXML

This webinar explains practical methods to exchange point, surface and project data between Carlson Software and Autodesk Civil 3D. It covers handling proxy entities, converting data formats and using LandXML files for reliable cross-platform interoperability.

Key Topics:

  • Converting Civil 3D proxy entities (points and surfaces) into Carlson formats
  • Understanding Civil 3D style dependencies when saving and sharing
  • Using LandXML for cross-platform data exchange
  • Exporting Civil 3D data to AutoCAD and implications of exploded geometry

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 08/24/2017.


Coordinate Transformations & Localizations

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Transform and Localize Coordinates for GPS Control

This recorded webinar features Jeremy Taylor demonstrating Carlson Software tools for performing coordinate transformation and localization tasks in both desktop and field applications. Attendees learn practical workflows for translating, rotating, aligning, scaling and localizing survey coordinates, as well as managing grid-to-ground adjustments in SurvCE/SurvPC.

Key Topics:

  • Coordinate translation, rotation and alignment in Carlson Desktop tools
  • Localization techniques in Carlson SurvCE / SurvPC
  • Grid-to-ground scaling and field-to-finish workflows
  • Coordinate file management and history tracking

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

This session was presented by Jeremy Taylor on 06/15/2017.


Centerlines, Profiles & Overview of RoadNet

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Create Centerlines and Profiles and Design Roads with RoadNet

This webinar provides a complete tutorial on creating and managing centerlines and profiles in Carlson Civil and Survey, followed by a practical overview of the RoadNet module. Participants learn manual methods for building CL and PRF files, linking them to drawings and using RoadNet to automate roadway and subdivision design.

Key Topics:

  • Creating and editing Centerline (CL) and Profile (PRO) files
  • Managing stationing
  • Linking CL files to drawings
  • Generating profiles from surfaces
  • RoadNet automation for multi‑road networks
  • Templates, intersections and cul‑de‑sacs in RoadNet

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 06/27/2017.


Centerlines, Profiles & Overview of RoadNet

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Create, Station and Label Centerlines and Profiles

This webinar demonstrates how to manually create and edit centerlines and profiles in Carlson Survey and Civil, and then automates those tasks using Carlson RoadNet. Participants learn configuration settings, linking logic, drawing options and complete design-to-contours processing for connected roads and cul‑de‑sacs.

Key Topics:

  • Manual centerline and profile creation
  • Carlson Configure and object linking settings
  • Editing and stationing centerlines
  • Generating and labeling profiles (existing, road, sewer, crossing)
  • Building and processing roads with Road Net (templates, intersections, cul‑de‑sacs, quantities)

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/17/2017.


Centerlines, Profiles & Overview of RoadNet

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Create Centerlines and Profiles and Design Roads with RoadNet

This webinar by That CAD Girl provides a detailed walkthrough of creating centerlines, profiles and complete road networks in Carlson Civil. It demonstrates both manual methods and automated workflows using the Carlson RoadNet toolset for roadway design, grading and intersection management.

Key Topics:

  • Creating and editing centerline and profile files
  • Linking data through object linking and dynamic updates
  • Designing roads and networks in Carlson RoadNet
  • Building templates, intersections and cul‑de‑sacs
  • Using reports for cut/fill and materials

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 09/13/2017.