Standardizing Layers, Linetypes & Dimensions

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Standardize CAD Drawings

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.



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SAMPLE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM CAD, CARLSON, MICROSURVEY

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

Standardizing CAD and Carlson
Recorded 2/26/2020

This webinar by That CAD Girl provides a detailed walkthrough of how to standardize settings in Carlson Software and its underlying CAD platforms (AutoCAD or IntelliCAD). It covers configuration management, toolbar customization, quick keys, and best practices for creating consistent templates and workflows across teams.

Key Topics:

  • Understanding the relationship between CAD platforms and Carlson vertical programs
  • Configuring default settings and toolbars
  • Managing quick keys and command aliases
  • Creating and sharing standard settings and templates
  • Using configuration files (.CFG, .TRI, .DWT) for consistency

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

This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 02/26/2020.

Sheet Setup with Paper Space, DView and UCS Rotation

A Virtual Webinar Using CAD – Learn to Set Up Sheets

This Carlson Software training webinar explains how to set up drawing sheets in Paper Space, create and manage viewports, control drawing scales, and use DView and UCS rotations for plan and profile sheet layouts. It provides a detailed, step‑by‑step walkthrough of best practices for plotting, scaling, and managing multiple layout tabs in Carlson Survey 2020 with IntelliCAD.


Key Topics:

  • Paper Space fundamentals and layout setup
  • Creating and locking viewports
  • Managing drawing scales and line‑type scales (LT Scale / PSLT Scale)
  • DView Twist and UCS Rotation for plan/profile alignment
  • Layer visibility control per viewport
  • Batch plotting and page setup 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 07/28/2020.

IntelliCAD Overview – Where it WAS. Where it IS. And Where it WILL BE.

A Virtual Webinar Using IntelliCAD – Explore IntelliCAD Development

This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl, provides an in-depth overview of IntelliCAD’s history, current capabilities, and future direction, featuring insights from the IntelliCAD Technology Consortium and Carlson Software. It explores how IntelliCAD serves as a cost-effective, DWG-compatible CAD platform supporting Carlson’s land development software suite.

Key Topics:

  • IntelliCAD’s origins and mission
  • Comparison with AutoCAD and DWG compatibility
  • Carlson Software’s integration with IntelliCAD
  • New features in IntelliCAD 10
  • BIM, DGN, and material rendering capabilities

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

This session was presented by Dave Lorenzo, Dave Carlson, and Leonid Enrov, and Jennifer DiBona on 08/13/2020.

Drawing Templates, Carlson Layer Library & Other Layer Management Tips

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Manage Drawing Layers

This webinar explains how to create, customize, and manage drawing template files (DWT) and layers in Carlson Software and AutoCAD/IntelliCAD. It covers best practices for setting up company standards, using the Layer Library, and improving drawing efficiency through template customization.

Key Topics:

  • Creating and customizing DWT template files
  • Understanding Carlson and NCS layer standards
  • Using Layer Library for layer management and 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 07/27/2018.

Autodesk Licensing Changes – Plan for the Future

A Virtual Webinar Using Autodesk – Understand Licensing Changes

This webinar explained Autodesk’s 2020–2021 licensing transitions, including the end of maintenance plans and multi‑user (network) licenses, and the move to named‑user subscriptions. Dwayne Tindel from CAD Masters outlined key dates, trade‑in offers, pricing, and practical advice for firms managing perpetual or network Autodesk software.

Key Topics:

  • Transition from maintenance and network licenses to named‑user subscriptions
  • Trade‑in programs and pricing promotions
  • Impacts on perpetual licenses and activation codes
  • Options for AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and AEC Collections
  • Important Autodesk deadlines (2020–2021)

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

This session was presented by Dwayne Tindall and Mike Self, on 07/22/2020.

2020 Virtual Workshop 3-6 Hot New Features in Carlson 2021
Recorded 12/17/2020.

This virtual workshop session showcased new and enhanced features in Carlson 2021 software, focusing on Survey, Civil, and CADNet modules. Presenter Scott Griffin demonstrated dynamic point attributes, BIM/Revit file integration, road network improvements, and advanced parking design tools for surveyors and engineers.

Key Topics:

  • Dynamic Point Attributes in Survey module
  • BIM/Revit file import and manipulation in CADNet
  • Road Network enhancements including hammerhead cul-de-sacs
  • New Parking Network and design tools
  • Handicap and layout customization features

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

This session was presented by Scott Griffin on 12/17/2020.

2020 Virtual Workshop 3-8 Utility Network Design in Carlson Hydrology
Recorded 12/17/2020.

This virtual Carlson Software workshop, led by Mark Long, provided an in-depth demonstration of detention pond design, hydrology analysis, and utility network creation within Carlson Civil and Hydrology. The session covered practical workflows, design parameters, and troubleshooting tips for stormwater management and utility modeling.

Key Topics:

  • Detention pond design and hydrology setup
  • Rainfall data integration and hydrograph generation
  • Outlet structure configuration (riser, orifice, weir)
  • Utility network creation and pipe crossing management
  • Troubleshooting and Q&A with developers

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

This session was presented by Mark Long on 12/17/2020.

Tips & Tricks to Recover Corrupt Drawings

A Virtual Webinar Using AutoCAD, IntelliCAD and Carlson Software – Learn to Recover Corrupt Drawings

This webinar by That CAD Girl provides practical guidance on recovering and repairing corrupt DWG files using AutoCAD, IntelliCAD, and Carlson Software tools. It covers essential commands, troubleshooting workflows, and Autodesk utilities to restore damaged drawings efficiently.


Key Topics:

  • Using PURGE, AUDIT, and WBLOCK commands to clean drawings
  • Recovering inaccessible DWG files with RECOVER and RECOVERALL
  • Leveraging DWG TrueView and DWG Convert for file repair and version conversion
  • Handling Civil 3D files and registered applications
  • Managing layouts and Xrefs during recovery


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


This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 02/09/2021.