Video Category: Surface / TIN Creation

This session introduces the fundamentals of surface modeling in Carlson Software, covering how to build, inspect, and refine existing ground surfaces using points, breaklines, and triangulation tools. Participants learn practical workflows for creating accurate TIN models, troubleshooting elevation issues, and improving contour quality. Key Topics: Building and validating existing ground surfaces Using Drawing Inspector, 3D Viewer, and Shrink Wrap tools Managing non‑surface points and breaklines Triangulate & Contour workflows Field‑to‑Finish automation and contour aesthetics Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 07/25/2023. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software - Learn to Complete Survey Projects This webinar by That CAD Girl covers how to standardize CAD drawings using the National CAD Standard (NCS) within Carlson Software and AutoCAD. It explains best practices for managing layers, linetypes, and dimension styles to ensure consistency across civil and survey projects. Key Topics: National CAD Standard (NCS) layer naming and structure Carlson template and layer library management Linetype scaling, polyline generation, and plotting behavior Dimension style creation and scaling for different drawing types Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 05/07/2024. Some content on this website was prepared with AI assistance. Please verify important information with the manufacturer or original source before making purchasing or financial decisions. If you find the material on this [...] To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software - Learn to Balance Site Grading The webinar features Travis Maxwell discussing a warehouse project in North Carolina. He explains grading techniques, including site layout and design, and shares tools for grading like topography import and contour creation. Travis highlights the effectiveness of Civil This webinar features professional engineer Travis Maxwell demonstrating efficient grading techniques in Carlson Software for a 36,000 sq ft warehouse site. He walks through balancing cut/fill, using RoadNet and pad templates, and optimizing surfaces for storm‑water design and machine control. Key Topics: Importing and simplifying Google‑based topography Using pad templates to find site balance elevations Applying RoadNet for curved drives and parking areas Creating 3D polylines for split‑level buildings and docks Comparing Carlson Software vs Civil 3D for complex terrain 3D for simple projects and contrasts it with Carlson for precision in complex terrains Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 05/23/2024. Some content on this website was prepared with AI assistance. Please verify important information with the manufacturer or original source before making purchasing or financial decisions. If you find [...] To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

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 [...] To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This advanced Carlson Software virtual workshop, led by Mark Long, demonstrates integrated civil and hydrology design workflows using Carlson Hydrology, Sewer Network, and Precision 3D Hydro. Participants learn how to model surfaces, design storm and sanitary systems, and visualize drainage networks in 3D for more efficient, accurate engineering. Key Topics: Precision 3D Hydro and Dynamic CAD integration Storm drainage and sewer network design in Carlson Hydrology Surface modeling, watershed analysis, and runoff coefficients Pipe sizing, hydraulic grade line (HGL) setup, and profile generation Utility network creation (water, conduit, laterals) Future Carlson Software enhancements (2026 release preview) Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Mark Long on 12/11/2024. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

In this advanced Carlson Software virtual workshop, Mark Long demonstrates time-saving techniques for civil and hydrology design using Carlson Civil and Hydrology modules. The session focuses on efficient subdivision layout, road network design, templates, super elevation, and grading transitions to enhance productivity and precision in engineering workflows. Key Topics: Lot Network and Subdivision Layout Tools Road Network (RoadNet) Design and Settings Template Creation and Management Super Elevation and Transition Design Grading, Slopes, and Stream Impact Minimization Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Mark Long on 12/11/2024. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This virtual workshop continues the 2024 series on Carlson Software, focusing on surface modeling, pad grading, and 3D polyline workflows. Participants learn practical grading techniques, daylight line creation, and surface triangulation for real‑world site design projects. Key Topics: Pad grading and daylight line creation 3D polyline utilities and elevation editing Building pad and curb grading workflows Surface triangulation, contour generation, and volume analysis Cut/fill color mapping and contour cleanup Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 12/11/2024. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This session from That CAD Girl’s 2024 Virtual Workshop Series introduces participants to surface modeling and grading workflows in Carlson Software. The training covers building existing ground surfaces, using breaklines, creating 3D polylines, merging surfaces, and integrating GIS imagery for visualization. Key Topics: Carlson Software surface modeling fundamentals Breaklines, boundaries, and triangulation (TIN) creation Field‑to‑Finish automation and 3D polyline generation Contour labeling, line‑type generation, and cleanup Importing Google/NASA/USGS surfaces and merging TIN files Using GIS imagery and 3D flyovers for visualization Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 12/11/2024. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This session from That CAD Girl’s 2024 Virtual Workshop series features Donnie’s in-depth training on Carlson’s Least Squares Adjustment tools for survey data analysis. The workshop covers interpreting reports, identifying blunders, understanding statistical tests, and applying best practices for boundary and DOT survey adjustments. Key Topics: Carlson Least Squares Adjustment fundamentals Error analysis and residual interpretation Chi-square testing and blunder detection ALTA/NSPS accuracy standards Practical examples: boundary and DOT survey data Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Donnie Stallings on 12/10/2024. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.

This virtual Carlson Survey workshop, led by Donnie Stallings and hosted by That CAD Girl, introduced surveyors to the principles of least‑squares adjustment and the use of Carlson Survey’s SNET module. The session covered theory, workflow setup, and practical examples combining total‑station and GPS data. Key Topics: Introduction to least‑squares adjustment theory History and development of Carlson Survey’s SNET (Survey Net) Practical setup and configuration of SNET projects Combining total‑station and GPS vectors Error analysis, blunder detection, and ALTA/NC DOT workflows Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Donnie Stallings on 12/10/2024. To access this content, you must purchase test webinar.