AutoCAD Map 3D for GIS Professionals Training Course

Participants can assign, inspect and troubleshoot coordinate reference systems in Map 3D projects.

• Assign coordinate systems using Autodesk library codes and EPSG references
• Distinguish geographic, projected and local coordinate reference systems
• Transform source layers through approved datum transformation selections
• Set drawing coordinate systems before connecting geospatial data sources
• Inspect coordinate metadata, units, extents and axis-order warnings
• Diagnose displacement caused by unknown projections or incorrect transformations

Participants can connect and manage common GIS, raster and web service data sources.

• Connect SHP, SDF, SQLite and raster sources through FDO
• Add WMS and WFS services with layer filtering
• Configure connection names, credentials and source refresh behaviour
• Use Data Connect filters to limit loaded feature records
• Compare direct source connections with imported drawing object workflows
• Document data lineage, ownership and update frequency for connected layers

Participants can create readable, rule-based map displays from connected spatial data.

• Display Manager layer groups, draw order and scale ranges
• Style point, line and polygon features using rule-based themes
• Apply graduated symbols, unique values and composite style rules
• Control labels with expressions, placement settings and scale visibility
• Build reusable layer files for consistent project cartography
• Inspect rendering performance and simplify overly dense display rules

Participants can build repeatable queries to select, analyse and export relevant spatial records.

• Construct location, property and spatial queries in Display Manager
• Use buffer, within, intersects and nearest spatial predicates
• Combine attribute conditions with spatial selections using Boolean operators
• Save query definitions for recurring operational map requests
• Export selected features while preserving required attribute fields
• Validate query results against source records and map extents

Participants can create editable mapped features and attach structured attribute data to drawing objects.

• Digitise features with object snaps, tracking and coordinate entry
• Edit geometry using grips, vertex tools and topology-aware checks
• Attach object data tables to native AutoCAD drawing objects
• Create classification definitions for consistent feature categorisation
• Apply feature labels and annotation without duplicating source attributes
• Record edit provenance, editor identity and change rationale

Participants can identify and correct common geometry defects before GIS data exchange.

• Run Drawing Cleanup actions for duplicate objects and undershoots
• Identify dangles, pseudo-nodes, gaps and polygon overlaps
• Apply tolerance values without displacing valid surveyed geometry
• Use topology rules to test coverage connectivity and containment
• Correct invalid geometry while retaining source identifiers and attributes
• Produce a data-quality exception list for supervisor review

Participants can structure CAD content for consistent conversion into GIS feature datasets.

• Design object data tables, field types, defaults and validation rules
• Create feature classifications with property definitions and display rules
• Map CAD object properties to GIS attribute schema fields
• Establish coded value lists for assets, status and ownership
• Apply naming conventions for layers, fields and feature identifiers
• Prepare a schema crosswalk between DWG content and GIS datasets

Participants can convert data between DWG and GIS formats while preserving essential spatial and attribute content.

• Import GIS datasets into drawing objects using controlled attribute mapping
• Export selected drawing objects to SDF and ESRI Shapefile formats
• Configure coordinate systems and schema options during data export
• Use MapImport settings to translate points, lines, polygons and attributes
• Preserve identifiers, null values and field lengths during conversion
• Verify exported datasets through reopening, querying and attribute comparison

Participants can manage georeferenced imagery and use it appropriately within Map 3D projects.

• Attach aerial imagery and scanned plans with coordinate-aware insertion
• Manage raster display order, transparency, clipping and resolution
• Reference GeoTIFF imagery without embedding large files in drawings
• Assess positional fit between imagery, vectors and surveyed control
• Create image footprints and source metadata for map documentation
• Set image paths for portable project packages and shared folders

Participants can use Map 3D spatial tools to assess assets, constraints and proposed works.

• Generate buffers for setbacks, service areas and environmental constraints
• Overlay selected layers to identify affected assets and parcels
• Use spatial queries to screen proposed works against restrictions
• Measure areas, lengths and proximity using defined drawing units
• Summarise selected asset attributes for maintenance planning decisions
• Document assumptions, source dates and limitations for analytical outputs

Participants can design legible thematic maps for technical and operational audiences.

• Build thematic maps using classification methods and attribute expressions
• Select equal interval, quantile and natural breaks classification methods
• Apply symbol hierarchy to distinguish primary assets from secondary features
• Create label expressions for asset codes, dimensions and status
• Use scale-dependent styling to reduce clutter on operational maps
• Review colour, lineweight and text choices for print readability

Participants can prepare controlled map layouts for digital issue and printed technical outputs.

• Configure layouts, viewports, plot scales and coordinate grid settings
• Create map surrounds with titles, legends, north arrows and scale bars
• Publish DWF and PDF map outputs with controlled layers
• Set plot styles, page setups and monochrome print standards
• Prepare map series layouts for repeatable area-based reporting
• Check output coordinates, legends, dates and source acknowledgements

Participants can apply practical controls for shared drawings, source data and project handovers.

• Connect approved enterprise spatial sources using managed data connections
• Distinguish drawing-based edits from edits made in authoritative GIS databases
• Apply check-out, naming and version-control procedures for shared drawings
• Manage external references and data paths within multi-user project folders
• Use access permissions and read-only sources to prevent unintended changes
• Prepare handover packages containing drawings, data, metadata and output files

Participants can define QA controls and document repeatable Map 3D production procedures.

• Define acceptance criteria for geometry, attributes, projection and map output
• Build a QA checklist covering source, edits, queries and exports
• Sample records using risk-based checks for high-consequence asset data
• Reconcile CAD edits with GIS update requests and issue logs
• Create metadata notes covering lineage, accuracy, currency and restrictions
• Plan repeatable workflows for routine mapping, inspection and reporting tasks

Participants can build, review and present a complete Map 3D project containing connected data, spatial analysis, mapped outputs and QA documentation.

• Build a controlled Map 3D project from supplied asset and parcel data
• Connect source datasets, assign coordinate systems and document lineage
• Clean geometry, structure attributes and apply agreed feature classifications
• Analyse proposed works using buffers, overlays and spatial query criteria
• Produce a plotted operational map and exchange-ready GIS dataset
• Present QA findings, assumptions, limitations and handover recommendations