Mastering Autocad Civil 3d 2016 (autodesk Official Press)

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 tips Mastering 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

Configuring Description Keys for Point Import 82

Creating a Description Key Set 84

Creating Description Keys 85

Activating a Description Key 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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