Autodesk Civil 3d: Procedures & Applications (Book with CD-ROM)

by Ward, Harry O.; Autodesk,

• ISBN13: 9780131713505
• ISBN10: 0131713507
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-01-01
• Publisher: PRENTICE HALL

Summary

Offers an innovative blend of core civil engineering concepts and thorough Autodesk Civil 3D instruction. It moves beyond a how-to manual, to explain why the software produces specific results and how it can be used to solve specific civil engineering problems. Flexible in design, the book begins with an overview of the software and its interface, introduces a comprehensive design project and then covers advanced usage of each of the softwarers"s capabilities. The book uses screen shots, dialogue boxes, CAD images, and digital AutoCAD files to introduce the procedures and applications of Autodesk Civil 3D. Emphasizes appropriate theories, formulas, algorithms and computational methods in the first half of each chapter. Discusses how to use the software to solve specific civil engineering problems in the second half of each chapter. Emphasizes civil engineering concepts within the context of the Autodesk Civil 3D software. Helps users understand the formula behind the automation, giving them a depth of knowledge that makes them more efficient and effective on the job. Shows how to use the software and the specific features and commands of the program. Shows how to maximize the softwarers"s capabilities to solve specific civil engineering problems. Civil Engineering professionals

Table of Contents

Preface	xi
Introduction: CADD, the Primary Tool of Our Trade	1	(1)
A Brief Introduction to the Field of Civil Engineering	1	(1)
How CADD Became a Primary Tool of the Trade	2	(1)
Primitive and Manual-Based Tools of the Trade	2	(1)
Automated Tools of the Trade	3	(1)
Interactive Graphics-Based Tools of the Trade	3	(1)
PC-Based CADD Is Introduced and Becomes the Primary Tool of the Trade	4	(1)
The Future of Technology for Civil Engineering	5	(2)
The Components and Interface of Civil 3D	7	(36)
Chapter Objectives	7	(1)
Introduction	7	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	7	(1)
What Are the Components of Autodesk Civil 3D?	8	(2)
Introduction to AutoCAD MAP 3D	10	(13)
Features of MAP 3D	11	(1)
An Application for MAP 3D	12	(1)
Some of the Main Features of MAP 3D	12	(1)
Security	13	(1)
The Spatial Database	13	(1)
Queries	14	(1)
Editing and Graphical Cleanup Tools	15	(1)
Geodetic Transformations	16	(7)
Civil 3D---A Civil Engineering Design Application with New Philosophies	23	(17)
What Civil 3D Introduces	24	(11)
Understanding Civil 3D Icons	35	(3)
Pipe Utilities Group	38	(1)
Sheet Set Manager Palette	38	(2)
Chapter Test Questions	40	(3)
A Civil 3D JumpStart Project	43	(38)
Chapter Objectives	43	(1)
Introduction	43	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	43	(1)
Project Design Application	44	(34)
Part One: Project Design Application	44	(1)
Part Two: Project Design Application	44	(22)
Site Design	66	(12)
Chapter Test Questions	78	(3)
The Simple, but Time Honored Point	81	(64)
Chapter Objectives	81	(1)
Introduction	81	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	81	(1)
Point Basics	82	(3)
Geodetics and Global Coordinate Systems	85	(3)
Point Aesthetics	88	(6)
Description Key Sets and Point Groups	94	(1)
Description Key Sets	95	(7)
External Data References	102	(1)
Point Computations	103	(40)
Miscellaneous Point Creation Commands	104	(7)
Miscellaneous Polyline Vertices---Manual	111	(1)
Miscellaneous Convert AutoCAD Points	111	(1)
Miscellaneous Convert Softdesk Point Blocks	111	(1)
Intersection-Related Point Creation Commands	112	(13)
Alignment Related Point Commands	125	(6)
Surface-Related Point Commands	131	(4)
Surface---Polyline/Contour Command	135	(2)
Continue with the Points Pull-Down	137	(6)
Chapter Test Questions	143	(2)
Civil 3D, the Modern Curvilinead	145	(60)
Chapter Objectives	145	(1)
Introduction	145	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	145	(1)
Computations of Lines and Their Angles	145	(1)
Distances and Bearings	146	(1)
3D Linework Uses Slope Distances for Distance Measurement	147	(1)
Control Surveys	148	(1)
Vector Data and Formulas	149	(3)
Curvilinear Objects---Arcs, Circular Curves and Spirals---Definitions and Formulas	152	(6)
Civil 3D's Default Angular System	157	(1)
Converting Decimal Degrees to D-M-S	158	(1)
Angles in Civil Engineering	158	(17)
Parcels	175	(10)
Parcel Development in Civil 3D	175	(10)
Alignments	185	(15)
Horizontal Alignment Development in Civil 3D	187	(3)
Fixed, Floating, and Free Lines and Curves	190	(3)
How to Design an Alignment	193	(7)
Chapter Test Questions	200	(5)
Advanced 3D Surface Modeling	205	(24)
Chapter Objectives	205	(1)
Introduction	205	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	205	(1)
DTM Theory	206	(4)
The TIN Process	210	(1)
Ground Information	211	(1)
What Method is Used to Calculate the Contours for the Site?	212	(2)
Surfaces in Civil 3D	214	(12)
Surface Analysis	222	(4)
Chapter Test Questions	226	(3)
Advanced Profiles and Sections	229	(28)
Chapter Objectives	229	(1)
Introduction	229	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	229	(1)
Theory of Vertical Alignments	230	(1)
The Properties of Parabolic Curves	231	(1)
Formulas Used for Computing Parabolic Vertical Curve Data	232	(4)
Applications Using Civil 3D for Profiling	236	(4)
Profile Layout Toolbar	240	(6)
The Ripple-Through Effect	246	(3)
Superimposing Profiles	249	(1)
Civil 3D Sections	250	(4)
Chapter Test Questions	254	(3)
Advanced Corridor Development	257	(30)
Chapter Objectives	257	(1)
Introduction	257	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	257	(1)
Corridor Theory	258	(1)
Superelevation of Roadways---Basic Criteria	258	(3)
Create a Corridor for a Road	261	(2)
Modify Subassemblies for the Road	263	(4)
Superelevating a Roadway	267	(6)
Codes and Feature Lines	273	(3)
Multiple Baselines	276	(6)
Roadway Design for Rehabilitation and Reconstruction	282	(3)
Chapter Test Questions	285	(2)
Advanced Site Grading and Virtual Site Design™	287	(26)
Chapter Objectives	287	(1)
Introduction	287	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	287	(1)
Virtual (3D) Site Design™	287	(6)
Earthworks for Algorithms	293	(17)
The Grading Layout Tools	298	(12)
Chapter Test Questions	310	(3)
Piping for Storm Sewers and Drainage	313	(16)
Chapter Objectives	313	(1)
Introduction	313	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	313	(1)
Hydrology	313	(5)
Runoff	313	(2)
SCS Storm Distributions	315	(1)
Determining the Time-of-Concentration	315	(3)
Hydraulics	318	(1)
Basic Concepts Related to Flowing Water	318	(1)
Discharge-Area-Velocity Relationships	318	(1)
Hydraulic Mean Depth and Hydraulic Radius	318	(1)
Velocity Head Concept	318	(1)
Civil 3D Storm Sewers	318	(8)
Chapter Test Questions	326	(3)
Civil 3D's Visualization Capabilities	329	(10)
Chapter Objectives	329	(1)
Introduction	329	(1)
Samples of Renderings	329	(10)
Surveying	339	(30)
Chapter Objectives	339	(1)
Introduction	339	(1)
Review of Functions and Features to Be Used	340	(1)
Surveying Functions	340	(6)
Developing Traverse Data	342	(2)
Computation of Azimuths for the Traverse	344	(2)
Electronic Field Recorders or Data Collectors	346	(1)
Survey Language	346	(20)
Point Creation Commands	346	(1)
Point Location Commands	347	(1)
Point Information Commands	347	(1)
Point Editing Commands	348	(1)
Figure Commands	348	(1)
Intersection Commands	349	(1)
Figure Correction and Manipulation Commands	349
Point Editing Commands	348	(1)
Figure Commands	348	(1)
Intersection Commands	349	(1)
Figure Correction and Manipulation Commands	349	(1)
Equipment Correction Commands	349	(1)
Baseline Commands	349	(1)
Centerline Commands	349	(1)
AutoCAD Related Commands	350	(1)
Miscellaneous Commands	350	(1)
Mathematical Operations	350	(1)
Files Produced When Balancing	351	(1)
Secrets of Survey Functions	351	(6)
Civil 3D File for Adjusting a Closed Traverse	357	(1)
Civil 3D File for Adjusting a Traverse Cross Loop	358	(8)
Chapter Test Questions	366	(3)
Appendix A Data Sharing in Civil 3D	369	(18)
Introduction	369	(1)
Data Sharing	369	(14)
Method 1: Inserting or Copying a Drawing	370	(1)
Method 2: LandXML	370	(3)
Method 3: Data Shortcuts	373	(1)
Method 4: Civil 3D Projects	373	(10)
Sharing Data with Contractors for 3D/GPS Machine Control	383	(2)
Carlson Connect	384	(1)
Trimble Link	384	(1)
Leica X-change	384	(1)
Sharing Civil 3D Configuration Data	385	(2)
Appendix B Labeling in Civil 3D 2007	387	(2)
Appendix C Software and Hardware Versions	389	(6)
Software Versions and Specifications	389	(1)
Hardware Specifications	389	(6)
Scenario 1	389	(1)
Scenario 2	390	(2)
Scenario 3	392	(3)
Appendix D Identify the Civil Engineering Industry	395
Identify the Breakdown and Flow of Engineering Tasks and How Civil 3D Contributes to the Work Effort	396
For the Public Sector	396	(8)
For the Private Sector	404
Appendix E Supplement to Chapter 3: The