Course Preparation
Thank you for registering with Civil Survey Solutions training. We are pleased to have you. Please action all items on the checklist below to ensure your successful participation in this instructor-led training course. If you have questions, contact training@civilsurveysolutions.com.au
Your Registration
It is important that you are registered to attend the correct session. If you have enquired directly online, you would have registered as part of the enrollment process.
If you have been booked in as part of a company or institution, you would have received a link to register in the correct course.
Workspace
A quiet space without interruption. That not only helps you to concentrate but also reduces background noise for all attendees. Please ensure you have no other events occurring at the same time as the training sessions.
Screen Sharing
All Civil Survey Solutions Online courses and webinars are delivered via Zoom (https://zoom.us/)
Please ensure that you have the latest version of Zoom installed. (https://zoom.us/download#client_4meeting)
Please run the below Zoom Test to confirm connection suitability. (https://zoom.us/test)
During the sessions, the instructor may need to access your screen and CAD software. Please install Zoom onto the same computer/laptop that you will conduct the training on.
If you are concerned your institution or company security protocols may restrict your access to the Zoom environment, please notify you IT Department in advance of the sessions.
Alternatively the ZOOM web browser made be used but with limited functionality. (https://zoom.us/signin#/login) This page will also confirm the Zoom details and any other important information.
If you have questions, contact training@civilsurveysolutions.com.au
Course Software
Please ensure the current version of the software used in your course is installed locally on your computer/laptop, and that you have an active licence for the duration of the course. 30 Day Trials are also available for CAD titles if you do not have a subscription, or am away from your office/workplace network.
Datasets
A training dataset (sample files and other information) will be made available to the attendees prior to the training. Please ensure these are downloaded and extracted to a convenient location. It is recommended that you make a shortcut to the drive location.
Primary Hardware
Technical design software can have different system requirements depending on usage. Refer to the following vendor product links below for their recommended specifications.
Secondary Hardware
Civil Survey Solutions recommends the following set-up:
- A stable internet connection with a minimum of 10mbps in the download direction.
- A speaker or headset to hear the instructor, and a microphone to engage in conversation.
- A webcam for a more engaging experience (can be disabled in your screen share software when required)
- A second display or monitor to allow for the instructor’s screen to be shown separately.
Hosting a Course - On-site Custom Training
Participants
- All participants are to register via the Civil Survey Solutions website (custom link to be provided) to verify their details and attendance.
- Our training sessions will be conducted using our provided Learning Lab laptops for 6 people. These are configured with the latest verions for the required software and stand alone licences.
- Please contact if trainee numbers will exceed 6.
Venue
- Please ensure you supply full address and room details for the venue to be used, especially this is a secondary office or campus.
- Please provide car parking options (all day off street) or instructions.
- Please indicate preferred Start/End times.
- Please advise who will be the contact on arrival and supply mobile phone number if required.
Training Room
- Please supply room capacity, and if the room is exclusive for the entire training sessions.
- Trainer prefer to access the room 1hr before first day session start
- Please indicate if the room has supplied flat-screen or projector.
- Please ensure an extension cord and powerboard is available for up to 6 laptops and 1 instructor PC.
Product Trials and Requirements
AutoCAD Requirements
AutoCAD Trial
Civil 3D Requirements
Civil 3D Trial
https://www.autodesk.com.au/products/civil-3d/trial-intake
Civil Site Design Requirements
Civil Site Design Trial
https://civilsitedesign.com.au/download-civil-site-design/
Stringer Topo Requirements
Stringer Topo Trial
https://stringersurvey.com.au/download/
Revit Requirements
Revit Trial
Recap Requirements
Recap Trial
Infraworks Requirements
Infraworks Trial
Navisworks Requirements
Navisworks Trial