This in-depth AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2017 for Surveyors training is for surveyors and survey technicians that do not necessarily need all of the functionality that is taught in the Civil 3D Essentials class. This course equips the surveyor with the basic knowledge needed to use the AutoCAD Civil 3D software efficiently in a typical daily workflow. Students learn how to import the converted field equipment survey data into a standardized environment in the AutoCAD Civil 3D software and to use the automation tools to create an Existing Condition Plan. Data collection, least square analysis, and traverses are also covered. Other topics that help in increasing efficiency include styles, proper AutoCAD® drafting techniques, the methodology needed to create linework effectively for variables used in defining symbology, surfaces, categorizing points, and importing imagery.
Learning Objectives
Navigate the AutoCAD Civil 3D Interface
Connect and work with GIS Data
Work with Points and Point Groups for surface creation
Import points and work with coordinate transformation
Comprehend data collection in the field and automated linework
Create Survey networks using the Survey Toolspace
Run Survey Least Squares analysis and review results
Create Traverses and analyze the results
Create, Edit, and Annotate Surface models
Work with Point Clouds
Prerequisites
Previous experience with the AutoCAD software and a basic understanding of the Surveying profession is recommended.
