Project Management
AutoCAD Civil 3D software adds multi-user project
support for core elements in the Civil 3D model so
that your project team can work more efficiently and
with less risk of coordination errors as
modifications occur in the project cycle. The
project support in Civil 3D software leverages the
core data management capabilities of Autodesk® Vault
software functionality to provide the entire project
team access to the data they need to complete their
work.Styles
A unique style system in AutoCAD Civil 3D software
enables organizations to define CAD and design
standards that can be easily used throughout the
entire organization. Standards from the color,
linetype, and increment of contours, to the labeling
that appears in a section or profile band can be
defined in a style that will then be used throughout
the design and production drafting process.
Data Management
The project support in Civil 3D leverages the core
data management capabilities of Autodesk Vault
software so that the entire project team has access
to the data that they need to complete their work.
It facilitates the organization of files,
distribution of files over a network, version
control, check-in and check-out, and rollbacks.
Points
Create points using a variety of coordinate geometry
(COGO) and graphical methods. AutoCAD Civil 3D
software incorporates points as part of the
engineering model, making them integral throughout
the analysis and design process.
Surfaces
Build surfaces from a variety of 3D source data.
Analyze contours, slope, elevation, and watershed
areas, and update contours, volumes, and surface
analysis instantly when making surface edits.
AutoCAD Civil 3D software updates surfaces when data
is added or edited, and rebuilds the surface when
data is removed.
Parcels
Dynamic relationships mean that parcel collections
are always up-to-date. AutoCAD Civil 3D software
integrates parcels within a single topology, so a
change to one parcel creates related changes in
neighboring parcels.
Alignments
The alignment object includes tangent, curve, and
spiral elements and enables the addition of any
labeling required in the finished draft. Editing
with a tabular editor or graphical interface
automatically updates the alignment’s labeling.
Share alignment and profile data across drawings for
use by multiple project team members.
Profiles
Extract profiles of multiple surfaces based on
alignment geometry. Automatically create the profile
appearance and annotation based on the styles that
you select. Update profile labeling and drafting
dynamically.
Corridor Modeling
Generate a dynamic model of any road, rail, or
corridor project based on design elements, including
alignments, profiles, superelevation, and criteria
included in design subassemblies. Any change to any
elements that were used to create the model result
in updated corridor volumes, surfaces, sections, and
other analysis and output.
Sections
Extract and draft surface and corridor sections.
Select sections at specific stations, at intervals
along alignments, or at specific points, and create
section plots for a single station or full section
sheets.
Grading
Combine multiple grading elements into one group to
find solutions for complex grading problems. Grade
into surface, elevation, distance, and adjacent
grading objects. Balance cut/fill volumes
dynamically for an entire site or a single grading
object. Build a static or dynamic surface from
grading groups.
Pipe Layout
Lay out sanitary and storm drainage systems as
dynamic, interactive networks. Make changes to pipes
and structures using graphical as well as numerical
input. Plot and complete final drafting of the pipe
network in plan, profile, and section views, and
share pipe network information, such as material and
size, with external analysis applications.
Pipe Drafting
Plot and complete final drafting of the pipe network
in plan, profile, or section views. Data from the
pipe network is used in labels. Subsequent changes
to the pipe network automatically update the
drafting.
Visualization
Take advantage of integrated rendering and
visualization tools to create powerful and visually
pleasing presentations of your designs. Whether it’s
a quick 3D view of a proposed design change, or a
complete rendering of the final design, use AutoCAD
Civil 3D software to quickly and accurate generate
design visualization.
Coordinate Geometry (COGO)
Point creation and management tools, automated
linework and curve routines, and transparent
commands allow you to quickly and accurately create
and manage the coordinate geometry needed to
complete and design projects.
