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By (author) Davenport Cyndy; By (author) Voiculescu Ishka
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Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 for a real-world workflow with these expert tricks and tipsMastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 is a complete, detailed reference and tutorial for Autodesk”s extremely popular and robust civil engineering software.
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Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 for a real-world workflow with these expert tricks and tips
Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 is a complete, detailed reference and tutorial for Autodesk”s extremely popular and robust civil engineering software. With straightforward explanations, real-world examples, and practical tutorials, this invaluable guide walks you through everything you need to know to be productive. The focus is on real-world applications in professional environments, with all datasets available for download, and thorough coverage helps you prepare for the AutoCAD Civil 3D certification exam with over an hour”s worth of video on crucial tips and techniques. You”ll learn how to navigate the software and use essential tools, and how to put it all together in the context of a real-world project. In-depth discussion covers surveying, alignments, surface, grading, cross sections and more, and instructor support materials provide an ideal resource for training and education.
This book will take you from beginner to pro, so you can get the most out of AutoCAD Civil 3D every step of the way.
- Understand key concepts and get acquainted with the interface
- Create, edit, and display all elements of a project
- Learn everything you need to know for the certification exam
- Download the datasets and start designing right away
With expert insight, tips, and techniques, Mastering AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 helps you become productive from the very beginning.
Table of contents:
Introduction xxiii
Chapter 1 The Basics 1
The Interface 1
Toolspace 6
Panorama 34
Contextual Ribbon Tab 35
Civil 3D Templates 36
Starting New Projects 37
Importing Styles 40
Command Settings 43
Creating Lines 45
COGO Line Commands 46
Direction-Based Line Commands 48
Re-Creating a Deed Using Line Tools 54
Creating Curves 55
Standard Curves 56
Best-Fit Entities 62
Attaching Multiple Entities 65
Adding Line and Curve Labels 65
Using Transparent Commands 66
Standard Transparent Commands 67
Matching Transparent Commands 68
The Bottom Line 70
Chapter 2 Survey 73
Setting Up the Databases 73
Survey Database Defaults 74
The Equipment Database 77
The Figure Prefix Database 78
The Linework Code Set Database 80
ConfiguringKeys for Point Import 82
Creating aKey Set 84
CreatingKeys 85
Activating aKey Set 88
Understanding the Survey Database 90
Working with Survey Networks 98
Other Methods of Manipulating Survey Data 104
Other Survey Features 108
The Astronomic Direction Calculator 108
The Geodetic Calculator 108
The Mapcheck Report 109
The Coordinate Geometry Editor 110
Using Inquiry Commands 114
The Bottom Line 117
Chapter 3 Points 119
Anatomy of a Point 119
COGO Points vs. Survey Points 120
Creating Basic Points 121
Point Settings 121
Importing Points from a Text File 125
Converting Points from Non–Civil 3D Sources 128
A Closer Look at the Create Points Toolbar 133
Basic Point Editing 141
Graphic Point Edits 141
Panorama and Prospector Point Edits 142
Point Groups: Don’t Skip This Section! 143
Changing Point Elevations 148
Point Tables 150
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