Virtual Workshops

2022 Virtual Workshops 6-1- Wet Pond Design for Multi-Family Development
Recorded 12/13/2022
This virtual workshop demonstrates advanced stormwater design techniques using Carlson Software’s HydroNet Explorer. Presenter Travis Maxwell guides attendees through converting Civil 3D files, creating surfaces from Google Earth data, and designing detention and wet ponds within Carlson’s hydrology tools. Key Topics: Carlson Hydrology and HydroNet Explorer workflows Stormwater detention and wet pond design Civil 3D data conversion and surface modeling Curve number and time of concentration calculations Integration with Google Earth and LiDAR data Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 12/13/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 5-3 – Civil Design in Carlson Software
Recorded 12/07/2022
This recorded session from the 2022 Virtual Workshops features Carlson Software’s Mark Long demonstrating step‑by‑step civil design workflows in Carlson Civil and Hydrology. The class covers sanitary‑sewer and storm‑drain network setup, surface merging, pipe‑network editing, and profile design techniques used in real‑world subdivision projects. Key Topics: Creating and merging surface models (existing, finished‑grade, merged) Designing sanitary‑sewer networks and setting pipe parameters Storm‑drain design with hydrology and hydraulic calculations Using Carlson’s Spreadsheet Sewer Editor and profile‑view editing Managing automation, slopes, inverts, and crossings Workflow philosophy and training plans for future instructional videos Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Mark Long on 12/07/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 5-2 – Civil Design in Carlson Software
Recorded 12/07/2022
This Carlson Software virtual workshop provides an in-depth demonstration of RoadNet for roadway and subdivision design, including surface modeling, template management, intersections, and grading workflows. The session covers practical techniques for widening roads, handling intersections, creating cul-de-sacs, and balancing earthwork using Carlson Civil tools. Key Topics: RoadNet setup and file structure Template Point Center Line and Template Series usage Intersection grading and profile adjustments Super elevation and cul-de-sac design Earthwork balancing and volume calculations Profile and cross-section generation Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was […]

2022 Virtual Workshops 5-1 – Civil Design in Carlson Software
Recorded 12/07/2022
This session from the 2022 Virtual Workshops features Mark Long of Carlson Software demonstrating advanced CAD workflows using Carlson’s LotNet and RoadNet tools. The training covers efficient subdivision layout, automated lot labeling, setbacks, and roadway design for civil engineering and hydrology applications. Key Topics: Carlson LotNet setup and automation for subdivision design RoadNet configuration, templates, and grading workflows Surface modeling and triangulation (TIN) creation and validation Hydrology preparation and ground‑cover planning Troubleshooting performance and CAD layer 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 12/07/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 4-3 – Field to Finish from Start to Finish
Recorded 12/06/2022
This session from the 2022 Virtual Workshops series covers advanced “Field to Finish” workflows in Carlson Software, led by Doug. The training focuses on coding strategies, symbol rotation, scaling, pipe and tree features, and automated labeling techniques for survey drafting efficiency. Key Topics: Field to Finish code setup and management Special codes (ROT, SZ, RAMP, etc.) Multi-point and rotation symbol handling Pipe and tree feature configuration GIS notes, attributes, and formulas Field-to-Finish Inspector and troubleshooting Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 12/06/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 4-2 – Field to Finish from Start to Finish
Recorded 12/06/2022
This session of the 2022 Carlson Virtual Workshops provides an in-depth demonstration of Carlson’s Field to Finish tools for survey data processing. The instructor covers code table setup, special codes, templates, and workflow optimization for efficient CAD drafting and survey data management. Key Topics: Field to Finish code table setup and management Special codes (JOG, OFFSET, LTF, PARKING, etc.) FLD and F2F file configuration and sharing Symbol creation, labeling, and layer management Use of templates for curbs, steps, and parking lines Integration with Carlson Serve PC and GIS features Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 12/06/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 4-1- Field to Finish from Start to Finish
Recorded 12/06/2022
This virtual workshop session, led by Carlson Software’s Doug Aaberg and hosted by That CAD Girl, provides an in-depth, step-by-step demonstration of Carlson’s Field to Finish workflow. The training covers code table creation, special codes, multiple coding, layering strategies, and symbol management for efficient survey drafting and CAD automation. Key Topics: Field to Finish fundamentals and workflow setup Creating and managing code tables (FLD files) Using special codes and multiple coding for linework automation Layer management and attribute separation Drawing symbols, hatching, and labeling techniques […]

2022 Virtual Workshops 3-6 – Carlson Software Showcase Hydrology – P3D Round Table continued
Recorded 11/29/2022
This session of the 2022 Virtual Workshops continued the exploration of Carlson Hydrology and P3D tools, led by Bruce Carlson. The presentation demonstrated advanced storm sewer design, parametric inlet creation, and the upcoming Hydrology Engineer Game for training and competition. Key Topics: Storm sewer network analysis and optimization Parametric design of inlets and catch basins Integration of CAD and P3D Hydrology LandXML 2.0 and intelligent TIN modeling Introduction to the Hydrology Engineer Game Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 11/29/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 3-5 – Carlson Software Showcase Hydrology – P3D Round Table
Recorded 11/29/2022
This virtual workshop session from Carlson Software explored hydrology design workflows using Carlson Hydrology and Precision 3D Hydro. Presenters demonstrated detention pond design, rational and TR-55 methods, and integration between CAD and 3D modeling for stormwater management. Key Topics: Detention pond design using Rational and TR-55 methods Carlson Hydrology workflows and watershed analysis Precision 3D Hydro for 3D drainage and storm sewer modeling Multi-pond routing, tailwater, and green infrastructure discussions Integration between CAD, P3D, and future gamified design tools Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 11/29/2022.

2022 Virtual Workshops 3-4 – Carlson Software Showcase Desktop Software Round Table
Recorded 11/29/2022
This 2022 Virtual Workshop session hosted by That CAD Girl featured Carlson Software experts discussing new features in the 2023 release, customization of toolbars and menus, hydrology and civil design workflows, and user-submitted questions. The interactive session included live demonstrations, troubleshooting, and feature requests for future development. Key Topics: Carlson 2023 release overview and stability improvements Customizing toolbars, menus, and workspaces (CUI management) Hydrology and civil design workflows (pipe inverts, automation) Retaining wall design tools and feature requests Managing external references and images in CAD drawings Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 11/29/2022.