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Training on AutoCAD Civil 3D: Advanced Design, Modeling, and Project Management for Civil Infrastructure

Master AutoCAD Civil 3D for advanced civil infrastructure design, modeling, and project management with hands-on, industry-focused training.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

10 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Advanced

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

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Overview

About this programme

This intensive training course is designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil infrastructure design, analysis, and project delivery. The course emphasizes intelligent 3D modeling, data integration, and automation of design workflows across roads, drainage systems, land development, and urban infrastructure projects.

Participants will gain practical experience in terrain modeling, corridor design, grading, and surface analysis, while also learning how to manage data collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. The course aligns with international engineering standards, preparing participants to deliver efficient, high-quality, and sustainable design outcomes in a digital environment.

Duration

10  Days

Who Should Attend

  • Civil engineers and infrastructure designers.

  • Surveyors and project engineers.

  • CAD/BIM specialists and design technologists.

  • Project managers and consultants in infrastructure development.

  • Public sector professionals in transportation and urban planning.

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

  • Develop and manage detailed 3D civil engineering models.

  • Perform terrain, surface, and corridor analysis for infrastructure projects.

  • Automate design and documentation workflows using Civil 3D tools.

  • Integrate Civil 3D with GIS and BIM systems for coordinated project delivery.

  • Apply best practices for project data management and collaboration.

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Introduction to Civil 3D Environment

  • Overview of interface, tools, and project structure.

  • Managing design data and project organization.

  • Case Study: Setting up a Civil 3D project for a road design.

Module 2: Survey Data and Surface Modeling

  • Importing field data and creating TIN surfaces.

  • Contour generation, surface editing, and analysis.

  • Case Study: Creating a topographic surface for infrastructure planning.

Module 3: Alignments and Profiles

  • Designing horizontal and vertical alignments.

  • Profile creation, annotation, and optimization.

  • Case Study: Designing a highway profile for terrain variation.

Module 4: Corridor and Roadway Design

  • Corridor creation and assembly design.

  • Earthwork calculation and section generation.

  • Case Study: Corridor modeling for a rural road project.

Module 5: Grading and Land Development

  • Site grading using feature lines and grading groups.

  • Volume analysis for cut and fill optimization.

  • Case Study: Site grading design for a residential development.

Module 6: Pipe Networks and Drainage Systems

  • Stormwater and sanitary system design.

  • Hydraulic analysis and interference checking.

  • Case Study: Modeling a drainage network for an urban area.

Module 7: Plan Production and Documentation

  • Automating plan and profile sheet creation.

  • Labeling, annotation, and sheet set management.

  • Case Study: Preparing documentation for a highway project.

Module 8: Quantity Takeoff and Reporting

  • Earthwork volume and material quantity calculations.

  • Integration with cost estimation tools.

  • Case Study: Preparing BOQs for a road infrastructure project.

Module 9: Collaboration and Data Integration

  • Data shortcuts and project references.

  • Integration with BIM, GIS, and cloud-based collaboration tools.

  • Case Study: Coordinated infrastructure design in a shared data environment.

Module 10: Advanced Customization and Project Delivery

  • Custom subassemblies, templates, and automation scripts.

  • Final project validation and reporting best practices.

  • Capstone Project: Developing a complete infrastructure layout.

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

  • Enhanced accuracy and efficiency in design and documentation.

  • Streamlined workflows and improved cross-functional collaboration.

  • Reduced project delivery time through data-driven design processes.

  • Alignment with international engineering and BIM standards.

Individual Impact

  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D design tools and workflows.

  • Improved analytical and design capabilities for infrastructure projects.

  • Enhanced professional credibility in digital engineering and modeling.

  • Ability to lead and deliver complex projects with precision and confidence.

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.

Basic familiarity with AutoCAD is beneficial but not mandatory.

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