Occassionally, a sheet file will get corrupted for many different reasons. AND, trying to resolve those reasons may never happen. So, in the end, it is just simpler to start from scratch.  Before Civil 3D, the slickest trick for doing this was doing a Map query of the bad DWG into a clean new DWG.  But with Civil 3d, we have more than just lines and text.  Stay tuned for a process that may just help you keep what’s left of your hair.

Here at KlingStubbins, a group of about 10 or so folks went to AU 2009 with the intent that we would in turn teach the firm what we learned, or the classic “train the trainer” scenario.  Those lessons (2 sessions to start) we need to teach are being prepared (um, should have been done actually….  :)  ) now.  I had several topics to choose from of course. I settled on these 2 titles (which could either be a single AU class or a mashup of several):

Caffeinated Grading – this is a grading class that Mr. Garrigues has done in the past and i loved it.  But i’m adding in a few tidbits from other 2009 grading classes as well.

Conversations with a Civil Engineer and an Architect – this is a mashup of all those classes that offer solutions to getting information to flow between the Architect and the Civil Engineer.  Generally, we think of this in a one directional manner, but being at an architectural firm, it’s got to be something more.

Those class documents certainly have my attention now. But what i can’t overlook is Mr. Funks tips class.  The content isn’t something that fits in a neat tidy category. Instead, i will sprinkle that knowledge throughout those classes like dashes of pepper, Emeril style.  [Wow, did i just write that?] Some key tips i took away were these:

I Hope everyone is well this new year.  I’ve been away from most everything since mid december it seems. Almost a little tough to get back in the batter’s box.  But here’s my first swing of the year.  Civil 3d 2xxx will be available April 19th. Do i know that for sure? No, but i do know i can’t tell you.    What i can tell you is that i’ve been pushing and pulling on the beta and liking what i see nothing (move along, move along, nothing to see here).  If you want to get involved, and i KNOW you do, head on over to beta.autodesk.com and signup.  Make sure to note your interest in civil 3d.

Ok, that’s it for today. I’ll be back later in the week after something happens worthy of sharing.  Wait, I’m sure that’s already happened, i just need to get the cogs rolling again. Until then…

Kevin

No matter how much we work in civil 3d (or in Land Desktop in previous generations), the foundation of autocad generally gets overlooked. A sort of Rodney Dangerfield stigma; AutoCAD gets no respect.  What in the world does this have to do with AU2009? Glad you asked.  One of my classes on the first day was an AutoCAD customization class.  Not customization that redifines everything, but simple tweaks to get the productivity gains we all crave.

Good morning all! Spent a nice time last week at Autodesk University 2009.

[This is the main keynote session; i was a bit early. The session was in the Mandalay Bay Event Center, you know, like holds concerts and stuff? Not sure what the head count was but it seemed to be around 6000 folks if i had to guess.]

Lots of learning, walking, chatting and more walking.  If you’re not physically active by nature, AU can certianly give that jump start.  What did i take away?  Lots to tell.  I’ll try to break it into bite size chunks throughout the week.  Today’s lesson is on certification, specifically Autodesk certification. While @ AU, the assessments and tests were offered for free! And, if you could pass 7 exams, AU 2010 would be on them!

The challenge was on…  How was i going to try and do it? How was i going to catch all my classes?  How?

Wow, just realized its been about 2 weeks since last post.  My apologies – that said, a few quick words about AU 2009…

I’m headed to AU 2009 out in quaint Las Vegas, NV. You know where the sun never sets?  At least that’s my impresssion cause i never go outside to find out!

What’s AU? I big conference / networking / training event for all autodesk based products. Lots to see and do no doubt.  Looking forward to picking up tidbits here and there. But mostly looking forward to seeing folks i know only from newsgroups or other blogs. This year – it’s held from tuesday to thursday, 8am to 6:30 pm Pacific. So you east coaster peeps can still catch the afternoon and evening sessions and NOT miss work using AU virtual!

What’s AU Virtual? If you’re firm is on subscription, you can tap into that way (premier pass for free). If not, i have 4 premier passes i can hand out…..

Otherewise, here’s the fine print:

  Free and Premier Passes for AU Virtual

• Free Pass – Available to anyone
  This pass offers access to all product clinics and up to two virtual classes with live interactive Q&A. Plus, you get a wealth of content including real-time viewing of keynotes, industry news, interviews, a technology showcase, and more. Add in access to the AU Online community and you’ve got terrific value for just signing up.
• Premier Pass – Full access for only US$99
  Get everything included in the Free Pass plus 50+ select classes with Q&A streamed live from Las Vegas. And, after the event, learn at your own pace with 350+ on-demand classes from AU 2009. That’s more than 400 hours of professional training at your fingertips.

Note: The Premier Pass is available at no charge to Autodesk Subscription customers. Plus, everyone who registers for AU 2009—the physical event—receives four (4) complimentary Premier Passes to share with colleagues.

Let me know if you’re interested!