AutoCAD Map 3D Training Fundamentals

Course Length: 3 Days

Prerequisites: Experience with AutoCAD and knowledge on mapping and GIS

Training Guide Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started

• Lesson: AutoCAD Map 3D User Interface

Chapter 2: Creating and Editing Geometry

• Lesson: Using Coordinate Geometry
• Lesson: Performing Drawing Cleanup

Chapter 3: Drawing-Based Attribute Data

• Lesson: Creating and Attaching Object Data
• Lesson: Editing and Managing Object Data
• Lesson: Creating Dynamic Annotation
• Lesson: Connecting to a Database
• Lesson: Defining a Link Template and Linking Records to Objects
• Lesson: Using Database Information in a Drawing

Chapter 4: Object Classification 

• Lesson: Setting Up Object Classifications
• Lesson: Classify, Select, and Create Classified Objects

Chapter 5: Importing and Exporting Data 

• Lesson: Importing and Exporting Data

Chapter 6: Establishing a Geospatial Environment 

• Lesson: Connecting to a Feature Source
• Lesson: Using Coordinate Systems
• Lesson: Working with Point Data
• Lesson: Query Features on Connect

Chapter 7: Editing Features 

• Lesson: Editing Feature Attributes and Geometry
• Lesson: Moving Data Between DWG Objects and FDO Features
• Lesson: Merging and Splitting Features
• Lesson: Enhanced Data Exchange

Chapter 8: Raster Images

• Lesson: Inserting Raster Images
• Lesson: Modifying Inserted Raster Image Properties and Behavior
• Lesson: Connecting to Raster Images
• Lesson: Working with DEM Files

 Chapter 9: Source Drawings

• Lesson: Attaching Source Drawings
• Lesson: Working with Coordinate Systems

Chapter 10: Source Drawing Queries

• Lesson: Define Property and Location Queries
• Lesson: Altering Properties During Queries
• Lesson: Using the Query Library
• Lesson: Save Back to Queried Drawings

Chapter 11: Stylizing

• Lesson: About the Display Manager
• Lesson: Stylizing FDO Features

Chapter 12: Plotting Maps

• Lesson: Prepare a Layout Sheet for Review
• Lesson: Map Books

Chapter 13: Survey Data

• Lesson: Creating Survey Data Stores
• Lesson: Working with Survey Data Stores

Chapter 14: Industry Models

• Lesson: Open, Edit, and Create an Industry Model

Appendix A: Additional Exercises

• Lesson: Point Clouds