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This virtual workshop, led by Scott Griffin and hosted by Jennifer, provided an in‑depth overview of Carlson Software’s 2024 updates and practical demonstrations of key CAD and surveying tools. Topics included drawing cleanup, Google Earth integration, PDF import, BIM handling, field‑to‑finish workflows, and point cloud processing. Key Topics: Drawing cleanup and data preparation Google Earth and GIS imagery integration PDF import and vectorization using CADnet BIM and IFC/Revit file handling Field‑to‑Finish enhancements for trees, pipes, and labeling Point cloud processing and AI‑based feature extraction Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Scott Griffin on 11/29/2023.

This internal Carlson Software virtual workshop focused on the Carlson Photo Capture (CPC) and Point Clouds 3D modules, comparing standalone versus cloud processing, hardware requirements, and workflows for drone data. The session also covered product positioning, AI-based feature extraction, and internal coordination on hydrology and engineering modules. Key Topics: Carlson Photo Capture standalone vs. web-based […]

This advanced Carlson Takeoff training session walks participants through elevating 2D polylines to 3D, creating grading surfaces, and performing material quantity takeoffs. The instructor demonstrates step‑by‑step workflows for building pads, sidewalks, curbs, and balancing cut/fill volumes within Carlson Construction Suite. Key Topics: Elevating 2D to 3D polylines using text, points, and leaders Building pad and […]

This webinar, hosted by That CAD Girl and presented by Travis, provides a detailed walkthrough of using web feature services (WFS) and web map services (WMS) within Carlson GIS. It demonstrates how to access, import, and manage GIS data layers such as FEMA flood maps, USGS topo maps, wetlands, and soils data to create accurate base maps for civil and survey projects. Key Topics: Accessing and importing web feature and map services in Carlson GIS Integrating USGS, FEMA, wetlands, and soils data layers Setting coordinate projections and verifying grid alignment Using shape files and QGIS for supplemental GIS workflows Creating tool palettes for efficient project setup Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 05/24/2023.

This webinar, presented by Travis Maxwell and hosted by That CAD Girl, provides a comprehensive walkthrough of using sheet sets in IntelliCAD and AutoCAD. It covers setup, numbering, field management, and automation techniques to streamline large CAD projects. Key Topics: Creating and managing sheet sets in IntelliCAD Automating title block data with fields and LISP scripts Organizing large projects and publishing multi-sheet PDFs Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Travis Maxwell on 10/27/2023.

This in-depth Carlson Takeoff training session guides users through advanced layer management, surface modeling, and material quantity calculations. The webinar demonstrates how to clean CAD files, assign layers, build surfaces, and calculate cut/fill volumes and topsoil adjustments for accurate takeoff reporting. Key Topics: Carlson Takeoff layer-based workflow and TRG file management Cleaning and organizing CAD […]

This session continues the In-Depth Carlson Takeoff training, focusing on building accurate 3D surface models from 2D plans, digitizing spot elevations, and preparing data for quantity takeoffs. Participants learned best practices for managing layers, creating polylines, and converting spot elevation labels into Carlson points for modeling and analysis. Key Topics: Setting up and managing project drawings for takeoff Digitizing and labeling spot elevations Creating and elevating 2D/3D polylines Converting labels to Carlson points Modeling surfaces for cut/fill and quantity calculations Layer management and naming conventions Using symbols for inlets, curb stops, and other site features Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/26/2023.

This session is part of a two-day in-depth virtual workshop on Carlson Takeoff, led by That CAD Girl. The training introduces participants to the differences between Carlson Takeoff OEM and the IntelliCAD-based Takeoff Suite, covering setup, importing PDFs, merging images, and preparing data for takeoff and modeling. Key Topics: Overview of Carlson Takeoff OEM vs. […]

This session is the second part of an in-depth Carlson Takeoff training, demonstrating how to import, scale, and digitize PDF grading plans to prepare existing and proposed surfaces for quantity takeoff. The instructor walks through practical CADNet and Takeoff workflows, emphasizing control setup, layer management, and contour digitization. Key Topics: Importing and scaling PDF grading plans Setting control points and layers in Carlson CADNet Digitizing existing and proposed contours Using Scale Wizard, Raster cleanup, and Digitize tools Preparing data for surface modeling and takeoff Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/25/2023.

This session is part of a two-day in-depth virtual workshop on Carlson Takeoff, led by That CAD Girl. The training introduces participants to the differences between Carlson Takeoff OEM and the IntelliCAD-based Takeoff Suite, covering setup, importing PDFs, merging images, and preparing data for takeoff and modeling. Key Topics: Overview of Carlson Takeoff OEM vs. IntelliCAD Takeoff Suite Using CADnet, Construction, Civil, Trench, and Geotech modules Importing and merging PDFs and raster images Converting raster/vector data and digitizing for takeoff Preparing 2D and 3D features for quantity takeoff and modeling Descriptions, transcripts and other details of this recording have been AI-generated and may contain errors. This session was presented by Jennifer DiBona on 01/25/2023.