Mastering AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2012

The Bottom Line

Create a pipe network by layout. After you’ve created a parts list for your pipe network, the first step toward finalizing the design is to create a Pipe Network By Layout.

Master It Open the MasteringPipes.dwg file. Choose Pipe Network Creation Tools from the Pipe Network drop-down in the Create Design panel on the Home tab to create a sanitary sewer pipe network. Use the Finished Ground surface, and name only structure and pipe label styles. Don’t choose an alignment at this time. Create 8″ (20.32 cm) PVC pipes and concentric manholes. There are blocks in the drawing to assist you in placing manholes. Begin at the START HERE marker, and place a manhole at each marker location. You can erase the markers when you’ve finished. ...