Webcasts

Get up-to-speed on the latest features in Civil 3D. Learn about more efficient workflows. Pick up new tips and tricks. All from the convenience of your desk. Browse the list of on-demand webcasts below or register for an upcoming event.

Webcast Title Date Time Category
Plan Production II – Using Civil 3D 2008 to Automatically Create Grading, Utility and Cross Section Sheets

Much of the focus of “Plan Production” has been on the automatic creation of Plan and Profile sheets. Join us for a look at how Civil 3D 2008 can also be used to automatically create other sheet types including Grading Plans, Utility Plans and Cross Sections. Jerry Bartels will demonstrate the process including how to add additional useful components such Key Maps and Legends. He will conclude by quickly integrating the newly created documents into a new or existing “Sheet Set” (.DST).

9/7/2007 09:00 PDT Production Drafting
AutoCAD Civil 3D Solutions Series

In these Solution Series webcasts, Lucy Kuhns will cover specific topics from the AutoCAD Civil 3D Autodesk Official Training Courseware material. Lessons to be covered include Site Grading, Corridor Design, and others. When you join these webcasts you’ll not only learn more about Civil 3D, you’ll also receive a FREE electronic copy of the lessons covered.

8/31/2007 09:00 PDT General Civil Engineering
Ideas and Techniques for Managing Large Surface Data Sets

Join us for this webcast where we’ll look at building manageable surfaces from aerial topography information, LIDAR and other data.

8/17/2007 09:00 PDT General Civil Engineering
Civil 3D Customer Showcase

Hear firsthand from an AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008 customer, Miller Legg, and how they are using the software to complete civil engineering projects faster and more accurately. They’ll talk about the types of projects they are using AutoCAD Civil 3D for and which features are boosting their productivity the most.

7/27/2007 09:00 PDT Customer Success
Best Practices for Grading and Using Large Data Sets in Civil 3D 2008

In response to customer requests for more practical advice on getting the best results from AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008 we have created two new documentation supplements. One focuses on Grading Best Practices, and the other on Working with Large Data Sets. Join Dan Philbrick who will demonstrate some of these best practices

7/13/2007 09:00 PDT General Civil Engineering
Creating Submittal Section Sheets Using AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008 includes a number of enhancements that will help you create corridor (road, rail, etc) section sheets more efficiently than ever. This session will demonstrate the proper techniques for getting the final draft that you need to deliver.

6/29/2007 09:00 PDT General Civil Engineering
AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008: It’s all about the Dynamic Model

Join us for this week’s webcast when we’ll show you the power and benefits of the industry-proven dynamic model at the core if AutoCAD Civil 3D. We’ll demonstrate many of the key features including corridor design, pipes, sheet creation, grading, and multi-user capabilities, so you can see the power of the dynamic model and how it can help you complete projects faster and more accurately.

6/22/2007 09:00 PDT General Civil Engineering
Alignments and Profiles with AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008

This webcast will cover new options and improvements for working with Alignments and Profiles in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008. Specifically, we will cover the use of Best Fit Curves, Split Profiles, enhanced design and layout methods and also discuss the improved behavior of labels.

6/15/2007 09:00 PDT General Civil Engineering
Guide to Successful Grading in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008

Join Dave Simeone, Civil 3D Product Manager, when he outlines best practices for developing grading proposals using AutoCAD Civil 3D. When should I use feature line offsets vs. projecting to a distance? How are grading elements integrated into sites? Effective use of AutoCAD groups during the process?

6/8/2007 09:00 PDT Site & Subdivision Development
Civil 3D 2008 COGO Functionality

Target Audience: Surveyors; All Users AutoCAD Civil 3D includes a number of straight forward functions to assist in the creation of basic geometry and COGO/Survey points. This session will look at some of this functionality including creation of best fit lines, curves and parabolas that can be used when designing a proposed alignment; new curve calculator; changes to point objects; and more.

6/1/2007 09:00 PDT General Civil Engineering