Drawing Cleanup for Model Building and Construction Staking

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Clean Up CAD Drawings

This webinar from That CAD Girl covers best practices for cleaning up CAD drawings before model building and construction staking using Carlson Software. Jennifer demonstrates step-by-step how to prepare, simplify, and optimize drawings for accurate modeling and staking workflows.


Key Topics:

  • Preparing and cleaning CAD drawings for modeling and staking
  • Using Carlson’s Drawing Cleanup tool effectively
  • Managing layers, entities, and file conversions
  • Handling elevations, contours, and polyline optimization


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


This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 06/23/2021.



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Drawing Cleanup for Model Building and Construction Staking

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Fix Bad Elevations

This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Walt Liles of Terrain Technology, provides a detailed walkthrough of Carlson Software’s drawing cleanup tools for preparing CAD files used in model building and construction staking. The session covers file optimization, layer management, polyline conversion, and best practices for ensuring clean, efficient data transfer to field devices.


Key Topics:

  • Carlson Software drawing cleanup process
  • File optimization and size reduction
  • Converting and managing polylines, layers, and entities
  • Preparing DWG files for machine control and staking
  • Handling Civil 3D and architectural files


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


This session was presented by Walt Liles on 03/24/2021.

Cross-Sections for Roads Streams and Everything In-Between

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Create Cross Sections

This webinar, hosted by The CAD Girl team, features Mark Long demonstrating how to create and manage cross sections in Carlson Software for roads, streams, and other civil design applications. The session covers both automated workflows using RoadNet and manual methods for stream geometry and flood studies.


Key Topics:

  • Creating cross sections using Carlson RoadNet
  • Manual cross section generation for streams and flood studies
  • File management, settings, and labeling techniques in Carlson
  • Integration with HEC-RAS for water surface elevation analysis


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


This session was presented by Mark Long on 09/09/2021.

2020 Virtual Workshops Session 2-4 P3D Topo Hydro&Dynamic CAD Software VIP Round Table
Recorded 12/16/2020.

This virtual workshop session, led by Bruce Carlson, provides an in-depth demonstration of Carlson Precision 3D Hydrology (P3D Hydro) and its integration with Carlson CAD modules. The training covers intelligent TIN modeling, storm sewer and culvert design, hydrology analysis, and dynamic CAD synchronization for civil engineering workflows.

Key Topics:

  • Intelligent TIN surfaces and runoff coefficient mapping
  • Integration between Carlson Hydrology and Precision 3D Hydro
  • Storm sewer and culvert design automation
  • Dynamic CAD linkage and real-time updates
  • Channel and liner analysis, parking lot design automation

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 12/16/2020.

2020 Virtual Workshops Session 2-2 Carlson Desktop Software VIP Round Table
Recorded 12/16/2020

This Carlson Software virtual workshop featured a live “Ask the Experts” roundtable focused on desktop software, including Carlson Survey, Civil, Construction, and IntelliCAD. Developers and support leaders discussed common technical issues, new features, and user wishlist items for upcoming releases.

Key Topics:

  • IntelliCAD 10 graphics settings and troubleshooting
  • Carlson Cloud communication and wishlist enhancements
  • Road design and divided highway modeling
  • Common tech support issues and fixes
  • Dynamic labeling, MText improvements, and GIS 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 12/16/2020.

2020 Virtual Workshop Session 1-7 Survey Project from Start to Finish with Field to Finish & Surfaces
Recorded 12/15/2020

This Carlson Software virtual workshop, led by Jennifer DiBona, walks participants through a complete survey project workflow using Carlson Survey—from importing field data and creating coordinate files to deed entry, field-to-finish processing, surface modeling, and final sheet setup. The session emphasizes practical command usage, data organization, and troubleshooting techniques for real-world survey drafting.

Key Topics:

  • Importing and managing point data (CRD/CRDB files)
  • Deed entry, correlation, and processing
  • Field-to-Finish setup and drawing automation
  • Surface modeling and triangulation
  • Annotation, labeling, and sheet preparation
  • Integration with Carlson GIS and Google Earth imagery

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 12/15/2020.

2020 Virtual Workshop 1-6 Case Study Q&A/Project Overview Using Carlson in Civil & Hydrology Design
Recorded 12/15/2020

This virtual workshop session features Carlson Software’s Mark Long demonstrating real-world civil engineering workflows using Carlson Civil Suite. The presentation covers subdivision design, grading, stormwater management, and road network modeling with practical tips and live demonstrations.

Key Topics:

  • Carlson Civil Suite workflow for civil engineering projects
  • Subdivision and roadway design techniques
  • Dirt quantity calculations and balancing
  • Super elevation and North Carolina DOT standards
  • RoadNet, templates, and intersection management

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

This session was presented by Mark Long on 12/15/2020.

2020 Virtual Workshop 1-5 Case Study:Q&A/Project Overview of Using Carlson to Create Machine Control Models
Recorded 12/15/2020

This virtual workshop, led by Walt Wiles of Terrain Technology, provides an in-depth walkthrough of building GPS-ready 3D surface models using Carlson Civil and IntelliCAD. The session covers drawing preparation, data cleanup, layer management, and model triangulation for machine control applications.

Key Topics:

  • Carlson Civil and IntelliCAD setup for model building
  • Data preparation and drawing cleanup
  • Layer management and naming conventions
  • Creating and editing 3D polylines and surfaces
  • Exporting models for machine control (Topcon, Trimble)

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

This session was presented by Walt Liles on 12/15/2020.

2020 Virtual Workshop 1-3 Annotation Tips & Tricks for Land Surveyors
Recorded 12/15/2020

This Carlson Software virtual workshop, led by Jeremy Taylor, demonstrates efficient methods for annotating subdivision plats in Carlson CAD. It covers manual and automated annotation, lot closure verification, line and curve tables, and practical workflow tips for surveyors.

Key Topics:

  • Carlson Software annotation tools and defaults
  • Auto Annotate and line/curve table automation
  • Creating and managing lot files and closure reports
  • Area labeling and area tables for small lots
  • Troubleshooting annotation issues and CAD cleanup

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

This session was presented by Jeremy Taylor on 12/15/2022.

2020 Virtual Workshop 1-2 Overview of Carlson Software
Recorded 12/15/2020

This Carlson Software virtual training workshop, led by Scott Griffin and hosted by That CAD Girl, provides an in-depth walkthrough of Carlson Survey and Civil tools, focusing on Field‑to‑Finish workflows, coordinate file utilities, lot and road design, and 3D modeling. The session demonstrates efficient CAD automation, data exchange with data collectors, and integration with Google Earth for visualization.

Key Topics:

  • Field‑to‑Finish setup and symbol management
  • Coordinate file utilities and point management
  • Tree and pipe feature coding and reporting
  • Legal description writer and dynamic labeling
  • Construction stakeout and building offset tools
  • LotNet subdivision design and reporting
  • RoadNet design with intersections, cul‑de‑sacs, and hammerheads
  • 2D‑to‑3D conversion and surface modeling
  • Exporting and overlaying designs in Google Earth

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

This session was presented by Scott Griffin on 12/15/2020.