What is new in Carlson 2022?

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn What Is New in Carlson 2022

This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Travis Maxwell, explores new features and improvements in Carlson 2022 software.
The session covers enhancements in IntelliCAD, dynamic blocks, text editing, grading tools, hydrology workflows, and integration with GIS and utility design systems.

Key Topics:

IntelliCAD 10.1 enhancements and dynamic block support
New commands and text editing improvements
Pad grading, lot elevation, and site design automation
Integration with SiteNet, RoadNet, and HydroNet
Custom drawing properties and tool palette customization
GIS and QGIS workflows for shapefile management
Stormwater and utility design updates

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This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 03/15/2022.

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Tools &Tricks For Converting Outside CAD Files

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Convert Outside CAD Files

This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Travis Maxwell, provides a comprehensive walkthrough of best practices for converting and cleaning external CAD files for use in Carlson Software. It covers layer management, font and block cleanup, layer translation, and troubleshooting performance issues in IntelliCAD versus AutoCAD.

Key Topics:

Cleaning and optimizing external CAD files
Managing layers, fonts, and Xrefs
Using layer translation tools and templates
Handling blocks, line types, and viewport colors
Troubleshooting IntelliCAD performance issues

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This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 04/13/2022.

The Very Basics of Carlson Field to Finish

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn Carlson Basics for Design Workflows

This webinar introduces the fundamentals of Carlson’s Field to Finish workflow, led by Doug Oberg and hosted by That CAD Girl. It walks surveyors through setting up code tables, managing linework, and automating drafting tasks to improve efficiency from field data collection to finished CAD drawings.

Key Topics:

Introduction to Carlson Field to Finish setup
Creating and editing code tables
Managing linework, symbols, and layers
Using special codes and offsets
Automating drafting and data processing

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This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 03/10/2022.

Surfaces and Breaklines – the Basics

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Build Surface Models

This webinar introduces the fundamentals of creating and refining surface models in Carlson Software, focusing on how to use points, breaklines, and surface‑editing tools to produce accurate terrain models. It covers best practices for data preparation, triangulation, contour generation, and integrating external elevation data for design and visualization.

Key Topics:

Preparing point and linework data for surface modeling
Using Shrink Wrap Entities and Non‑Surface point flags
Building TIN surfaces and contours with Triangulate and Contour
Creating and editing 3D breaklines
Field‑to‑Finish automation for surface creation
Importing and merging external elevation data (NASA & Google)
Visualization tools (3D Viewer, Flyover, Image Draping)

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This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 02/09/2022.

Overview of Carlson Point Cloud

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Point Cloud – Learn to Process Point Cloud Data

This webinar provides an in-depth overview of Carlson Point Cloud, demonstrating how to import, clean, and process point cloud data for surveying and CAD integration. Presenter Doug Oberg walks through workflows using drone imagery, Photo Capture, and Carlson’s Point Cloud Basic and Advanced modules.

Key Topics:

Importing and managing point clouds in Carlson
Cleaning and processing data (Bare Earth extraction, noise removal)
Creating surfaces, points, and CAD drawings from point clouds
Using Photo Capture and GeoTIFF imagery
Advanced tools for parking lot and color edge extraction

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This session was presented by Doug Aaberg on 04/28/2022.

Introduction to RoadNet in Carlson Software

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Create Road Networks

This webinar introduces Carlson RoadNet, focusing on fundamental setup, workflow, and troubleshooting for creating road networks in Carlson Civil. The session covers drawing centerlines, setting templates, managing intersections and cul‑de‑sacs, and integrating lot grading for subdivision design.

Key Topics:

Carlson RoadNet basics and setup
Drawing and orienting centerlines
Templates, profiles, and intersections
Cul‑de‑sac design and troubleshooting
Lot and pad elevation automation

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This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 07/20/2022.

Introduction to LotNet in Carlson Software

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Create LotNet Subdivision Layouts

This webinar introduces Carlson Software’s LotNet module, demonstrating how to create, edit, and manage subdivision layouts efficiently. Travis Maxwell walks through practical examples, showing how to set up boundaries, roads, and lots, and how to troubleshoot common issues.

Key Topics:

Overview and setup of LotNet in Carlson Software
Creating and editing subdivision layouts
Integrating LotNet with RoadNet and SiteNet
Troubleshooting and customization tips

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This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 07/08/2022.

Introduction to Carlson Software – Settings Setup Configuration & Points

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Configure Setup and Manage Points

This webinar introduces new and intermediate users to Carlson Software’s CAD environment, focusing on setup, configuration, and point management. Presenter Travis Maxwell demonstrates essential CAD commands, toolbar customization, and layer management to help users optimize their Carlson workflows.

Key Topics:

CAD basics and command shortcuts
Installation prerequisites and admin setup
Toolbars, layers, and properties management
Using snaps, polylines, and blocks
Tool palettes and workflow customization

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This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 11/03/2022.

Introduction to Carlson Software – Settings Setup Configuration & Points

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Configure Settings and Manage Points

This introductory webinar covers the fundamentals of Carlson Software, focusing on settings, setup, configuration, and points management. Hosted by That CAD Girl’s Jennifer DiBona with instructor Travis Maxwell, the session guides new users through essential CAD commands, workspace customization, and productivity tools within Carlson.

Key Topics:

Carlson Software introduction and training schedule
Basic CAD commands and shortcuts (erase, polyline, circle, trim, extend, etc.)
Managing layers, properties, and toolbars
Using text, MText, and MLeader for annotation
Setting up templates, tool palettes, and workspace customization

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This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 09/01/2022.

Introduction to Carlson Software – Settings Setup Configuration & Points

A Virtual Webinar Using Carlson Software – Learn to Configure Settings and Manage Points

This introductory webinar provides new Carlson Software users with a step-by-step walkthrough of essential setup procedures, including drawing configuration, coordinate systems, project folders, and point management. Presenter Travis Maxwell demonstrates how to configure Carlson Civil or Survey for optimal performance and accuracy in CAD-based workflows.

Key Topics:

Carlson Software setup and configuration
Coordinate systems and projection settings
Managing project folders and coordinate files
Importing and drawing survey points
Using symbols, layers, and blocks effectively

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This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 08/08/2022.