Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D 2011

AutoCAD Civil 3D software, the building information modeling (BIM) solution for civil engineering, helps project teams deliver higher-quality transportation, land development, and environmental projects faster. Explore design ideas and analyze different scenarios to optimize performance before projects are built. Extend Civil 3D model data to perform geospatial and stormwater analysis, generate quantity takeoffs, and support automated machine guidance during construction. Civil 3D provides the BIM advantage and tools for more innovative design solutions.

Top features:

Dynamic Quantity Takeoff and Earthwork Calculations
Directly import customizable pay item information into AutoCAD Civil 3D civil engineering software to assign pay item values to drawing objects. Automatically calculate quantities and generate reports to export into Autodesk® Quantity Takeoff cost-estimating software or into formats used by AASHTO Trns*port® products. Use the mass haul and earthwork features to plan the movement, amount, and placement of materials during construction. As designs change, Civil 3D generates mass haul diagrams to help with earthwork analysis.

Integrated Analysis for Stormwater Management
Analyze pre- and post-development hydrologic conditions using integrated hydraulic and hydrology tools. Use hydrographs to study AutoCAD Civil 3D software pipe network models, culverts, and channels for more sustainable stormwater design decisions. Generate reports for review agencies.

Intelligent Pipes Layout
Use rules-based tools to lay out sanitary- and storm-drainage systems. Change pipes and structures using graphical or numerical input, and conduct interference checks. Plot and complete final drafting of the pipe network in plan, profile, and section views. Share pipe network information such as invert elevations, size, slope, and type with external analysis applications or use the Hydraflow extensions within AutoCAD Civil 3D civil engineering software.

Synchronized Design Changes
Coordinate civil engineering project teams by working from the same consistent, up-to-date project model from survey through construction documentation. Use external references, data shortcuts, and Autodesk® Vault data management software to share model elements such as surfaces, alignments, and pipes, and to work off the same design object for multiple design tasks. Synchronize design changes across the model and automatically update related drawings.

CAD Editing of Geospatial Data
Edit data accessed through the FDO Data Access Technology with standard AutoCAD® software commands such as Pedit, Trim, Break, Join, Offset, Extend, Rotate, Move, and Cut/Copy/Paste. Edit polygon objects with new split and merge functions and use the new Expression Builder tool to populate attributes with data calculations and intrinsic object properties.

Mapping & Stylization
Use the cartography tools within AutoCAD Civil 3D civil engineering software to create stylized maps that highlight specific features or information, such as wetland boundaries, zoning, soil types, and pipe sizes. Blend data using transparency. Save and reuse mapping styles to help streamline map production.

GPS Machine Control Support
Generate 3D models for GPS machine control by exporting design models using the LandXML extension.

3D Visualization & Communication
Create simpler and more effective visualizations by publishing model information to Google Earth™ mapping service or by creating 3D DWF files to help communicate design intent to nontechnical audiences. Develop robust reproductions of corridor models using render materials that correspond to specific corridor elements in the model, such as asphalt, concrete, or gravel. Create photorealistic animations and simulations leveraging AutoCAD Civil 3D models in Autodesk® 3ds Max® Design 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software.

Annotation Tools
Use tools in AutoCAD Civil 3D software to derive annotation directly from design objects and automatically update annotation when the design changes. Civil 3D responds to changes in drawing scale and view orientation, and updates labels instantly when the plot scale rotates or changes within different viewports.

CAD Drafting Styles & Standards Library
Use the extensive library of country-specific CAD drafting styles in AutoCAD Civil 3D civil engineering software to manage drawing display. Control colors, linetypes, contour increments, and labeling by style, and use the framework to customize styles and standards for your organization.

Production Drafting
Generate production plans, including fully annotated section sheets, profiles, and grading designs. The styles-based drafting environment helps automate typical drafting while maintaining drafting standards. Use xrefs and data shortcuts to generate drafting across multiple drawings, resulting in a workflow where production sheets use a single instance of the model. Synchronize production sheets to reflect changes to the model.

System requirements:

For 32-Bit AutoCAD Civil 3D 2011

• Windows® 7 Enterprise, Ultimate, Professional, or Home Premium (32-bit); Windows Vista® Enterprise (SP1 or SP2, 32-bit); or Windows® XP Professional (SP3, 32-bit).
• Intel® Pentium® 4 processor or AMD Athlon, 3.0 GHz or faster; or Intel or AMD dual core processor, 2.0 GHz or faster.
• 4 GB RAM minimum recommended.
• 7 GB disk space with 2 GB free after installation.
• 1,280 x 1,024 true color video display adapter (true color) 128 MB or greater, Pixel Shader 3.0 or greater, Direct3D®-capable workstation-class graphics card. 1,600 x 1,200 or greater recommended. Multiple monitors are supported.
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 7.0 or later.
• DVD drive.

For 64-Bit AutoCAD Civil 3D 2011

• Windows 7 Enterprise, Ultimate, Professional, or Home Premium (64-bit); Windows Vista Enterprise, Business, Ultimate (SP1 or SP2, 64-bit); or Windows XP Professional x64 Edition (SP2, 64-bit).
• AMD Athlon 64, AMD Opteron, Intel® Xeon with Intel® EM64T support, Intel® Pentium® 4 with Intel EM64T support.
• 4 GB RAM minimum(8 GB recommended).
• 7 GB disk space with 2 GB free after installation.
• 1,280 x 1,024 true color video display adapter (true color) 128 MB or greater, Pixel Shader 3.0 or greater, Direct3D®-capable workstation-class graphics card. 1,600 x 1,200 or greater recommended. Multiple monitors are supported.
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 7.0 or later.
• DVD drive.

Notes:

• Microsoft® Windows® 7 is recommended.
• Microsoft® Windows Vista® offers better memory management over Microsoft® Windows® XP.
• 64-bit operating systems are recommended over 32-bit operating systems because of the larger amount of available memory for applications.