FAQ’s

Frequently Asked
Questions

Do we need prior Civil 3D experience to benefit from the training?

No. The training is designed to meet you where you are. Whether you have years of Civil 3D experience or are relatively new to the software, the instruction focuses on practical workflows, efficiency, and real-world application — not theory or software menus. Experienced users typically gain speed and consistency, while newer users develop strong habits that prevent inefficiencies from ever forming.

Yes. Every surveying company operates differently, and that is intentional. The training is structured around your existing methods, standards, and project types, not a one-size-fits-all workflow. The goal is not to change how you survey — it’s to help you do what you already do, faster, cleaner, and with less rework, regardless of whether your work includes boundary, ALTA, construction staking, topographic surveys, or exhibits.

The video library is designed to support and expand the 4-day course — not replace it. The in-depth training establishes the foundation, while the video library provides ongoing reinforcement, advanced topics, and solutions to real-world scenarios that arise after implementation. Many firms use the video library as a long-term resource to train new staff, revisit specific topics, and continue improving workflows well beyond the initial training.

That is extremely common — and it’s exactly how the training is designed to work. The instruction focuses on standardized workflows, repeatable processes, and efficiency principles that benefit users at every experience level. More experienced users gain speed, consistency, and cleaner production, while newer users develop strong habits that prevent inefficiencies from forming.

Because the training is structured around your company’s workflows and project types, teams naturally align over time. The result is a more consistent production environment where everyone is working toward the same standards — regardless of where they started.