OpenRoads Designer Fundamentals
Created: October 30, 2020DISCLAIMER: The following OpenRoads Designer (ORD) videos is for informational use only. The videos do not follow the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) workspace and should only be viewed as an instructional guide to help the user. Users will need to have a Bentley® account in order to view videos.
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In this course, you will learn how to create and edit horizontal and vertical geometry using various tools and techniques. You will be defining the horizontal and vertical geometry for River Rd. You will also learn how to make changes to the River Rd. geometry and how to make changes to the existing geometry for Mountain Highway and Pike Rd.
Introduction to Creating and Editing Centerline Geometry 00:40
In this course, you will learn how to create and edit horizontal and vertical geometry using various tools and techniques. You will be defining the horizontal and vertical geometry for River Rd. You will also learn how to make changes to the River Rd. geometry and how to make changes to the existing geometry for Mountain Highway and Pike Rd.
Create Geometry Using Civil AccuDraw 09:39
This video shows how to create lines and arcs using Civil AccuDraw and snaps.
Add Remaining Lines and Arcs and Create Horizontal Alignment 05:43
This video shows how to add the remaining lines and arcs and also how to create a complex horizontal alignment for River Rd.
Exploring Design Intent and Editing Geometry 05:41
This video shows how civil geometry captures “design intent” and how to edit geometric elements.
Editing Geometry with the Table Editor 02:13
This video shows how to use the Table Editor to make changes to the horizontal geometry.
Appending Geometric Elements 04:42
This video shows how to add geometry to the River Rd. alignment by using the Append Element tool.
Using Complex Redefine 05:36
This video shows how to use the Complex Redefine tool to redefine a portion of the Pike Rd. Alignment.
Applying and Verifying Design Standards 04:22
This video shows how to apply design standards to the horizontal alignment using the Design Standard tool and also how use the Civil Message Center to review any errors or warnings and how to fix them.
Creating Vertical Geometry at an Intersection 05:07
This videos show how to create a profile model, how to display intersection points from other alignments/features and how to create vertical geometry lines and also how to display a 3D cut.
Creating Vertical Geometry Lines Using Civil AccuDraw 05:51
This video shows how Civil AccuDraw can be used to create vertical geometry with precision input.
Creating Vertical Curves 02:28
This video shows how to create vertical curves.
Using Civil AccuDraw to Maintain a Minimum Vertical Clearance 06:30
This video shows how to use Civil AccuDraw to place a vertical curve that will maintain a minimum vertical clearance to an intersecting point displayed in the profile model.
Adding Additional Vertical Curve and Creating Complex Vertical Alignment 02:21
This video shows how to add vertical geometry to the River Rd. alignment by using the Append Element tool.
Editing Vertical Geometry with the Table Editor 04:23
This video shows how to use the Table Editor to make changes to the vertical geometry.
Editing Vertical Geometry with a Right Click and Appending Vertical Geometry 02:49
This video shows to use the right click functionality to edit base elements and also how to append vertical geometry.
In this course, you will create a roadway corridor and then explore the many tools and techniques to edit and manipulate the corridor.
Course Overview of Creating and Manipulating the Corridor 03:21
This video is an overview of the Creating and Manipulating the Corridor course.
Review Project Reference Files 03:26
In this video, we will review the reference files to be used with the project.
Create the Corridor and Assign Template Drops 09:23
In this video, you will learn to create a corridor and assign template drops to the corridor. You will also learn how to view the corridor in 2D & 3D.
Review the 3D Model and Add Corridor References 07:48
In this video, you will learn how add corridor references to the corridor and how to un-display parts of the corridor.
Add, Copy and Edit Template Drops 06:18
In this video, you will learn how to add template drops between the two driveways and also how to transition the curb height across the driveways. We will use 2 different methods to place the templates drops. The first method will be to create a new template drop and then edit the template drop and the second method will be making a copy of a template drop. We will not cover the detailed modeling of the driveway at this time. That will be covered in a separate course.
Copy Edited Template from the Corridor to the Template Library with Template Library Organizer 02:32
This video will show you how to copy the edited template from the corridor and save it to the template library using the Template Library Organizer.
Create Parametric Constraints to Create Dropped Curb & Transition Curb Height 05:39
In this video, we will use parametric constraints to override the default curb height so that we can place a dropped curb at the driveway and also transition between dropped curb and full height curb.
Create Key Stations at Driveways 02:35
This video will show how to Create Key Stations at Driveway 1 and Driveway 2.
Create Turn Lane Template Drops and Add Corridor References 07:12
In this video we will create additional template drops in the areas where right turn lanes are needed and also add the left edge of pavement geometry as a corridor reference to control the left edge of pavement turn lane.
Create Secondary Alignment for Left Edge of Pavement Taper 03:12
This video will show how to create a secondary alignment to change the direction of template processing to go perpendicular from the left edge of pavement taper geometry.
Create Point Control for Right Edge of Pavement 03:38
This video will show how to create a horizontal point control to follow the right edge of pavement geometry.
Assign Superelevation to Corridor and Review Cross Sections 04:21
This video will show how to assign previously created superelevation data to the corridor and also how review the cross sections once the superelevation has been assigned to the corridor.
Create Parametric Constraints for Center Turn Lane Lane Width, Shoulder Slope & Ditch Width 09:57
In this video we will show how to use parametric constraints to change the width of the center turn lane and also adjust the shoulder slopes to transition from the existing slopes to -4.00%. We will also show how to use parametric constraints to adjust the ditch width.
Import and Export Parametric Constraints 04:43
This video will show how import parametric constraints to adjust the pavement depths by importing the values from an ASCII text file and you will also learn how to export parametric constraints to an ASCII text file.
Corridor Clipping 05:20
In this video we will take a look at how to use Corridor Clipping to clip out a portion of the S.R. 97 corridor where it crosses over the London Rd. corridor.
Target Aliasing 05:09
In this video you will learn how to target other corridors and terrain using Target Aliasing. You will learn how to target the abutment wall corridors and the existing terrain with the target aliasing tool.
End Condition Exceptions 10:38
This video will show how to override the default template end conditions using End Condition Exceptions.
OpenRoads Model Explorer 04:09
This video will show how to review the Corridor Model and all the data associated to the corridor with the OpenRoads Model Explorer.
In this course, you will learn how to create, edit and review superelevation information using the tools provided in OpenRoads Designer. You will learn about the Superelevation XML preference file that controls how superelevation is calculated. You will learn how to create superelevation sections, lanes and transitions and how to apply the superelevation transitions to your corridor. You will also learn how to review and edit superelevation data.
Introduction to Superelevation 01:42
Introduction to OpenRoads Superelevation.
Review and Edit Superelevation XML Preferences 05:11
In this exercise, we will review and edit the superelevation XML preferences.
Create Superelevation Section and Lanes 04:19
In this exercise, you will learn how to create superelevation sections and lanes for a multi-lane divided highway.
Calculate Superelevation (Rules-Based) 08:08
In this exercise, you will learn how to calculate the superelevation transitions for a multi-lane divided highway using the superelevation XML preferences file and how to review superelevation data by creating a superelevation report.
Import Superelevation (Manual and Non-rules Based) 05:32
In this exercise, you will learn how to import superelevation data using a .csv file (comma separated values). CSV files are typically created by exporting Excel spreadsheets. Many designers use an Excel spreadsheet for superelevation calculations in lieu of using OpenRoads Designer for superelevation calculations.
Modifying Superelevation Sections 02:44
In this exercise, you will learn how to change the design speed of a superelevation section.
Viewing and Editing Superelevation Diagram 05:20
In this exercise, you will learn how to view and edit the superelevation diagram.
Superelevation Editor 05:04
In this exercise, you will learn how to use the superelevation editor.
Editing and Inserting Cross Slopes 08:06
In this exercise, you will learn how to edit cross slopes graphically and also how to insert additional slopes.
Auxiliary Lanes - Adding Lanes 03:57
In this exercise, you will learn how to add auxiliary lanes to the westbound and eastbound lanes.
Assigning Superelevation to Corridors 07:18
In this exercise you will learn how to assign superelevation lanes to a corridor and how to review the cross sections.
Automated Superelevation Method 07:52
In this exercise, you will learn how to calculate and assign superelevation to a corridor using the automated superelevation method.
This course teaches tools and techniques that can be used to lay out a complex intersection. It will focus on the Horizontal and Vertical Geometry tools to create 2D and 3D geometric elements. In this course, you will be designing a complex intersection that includes turn lanes, median islands and turn lane islands. 2D horizontal geometry will be created using the Horizontal Geometry tools and Profiles and 3D elements will be created using the Vertical Geometry tools. The objective is to create a terrain model of the proposed pavement surface and analyze the proposed drainage contours.
Create the Edge of Pavement Geometry 11:27
In this exercise, you will learn how to create the edge of pavement horizontal geometry.
Create Geometry for the Median 10:59
In this exercise, you will create the median edge of pavement horizontal geometry.
Create Vertical Geometry Along Edge of Pavement 10:33
In this exercise, you will learn the tools used to create profiles for the edge of pavement horizontal geometry.
Create Vertical Geometry Along Match Line and Boundary Elements 05:54
In this exercise, you will learn the tools and process used to create profiles along the match line and boundary elements.
Create Profiles Along the North Island Edge of Pavement 07:38
In this exercise, you will learn the process to create the north island vertical geometry.
Create a Terrain Model of the Proposed Intersection Roadway Surface 10:10
In this exercise, you will learn how to define the profiles along the median edge of pavement. You will create a terrain model of the intersection pavement surface. The median profiles and 3D elements will be created by “draping” the 2D median geometry onto the terrain model. Once the terrain model is created we will then analyze the drainage patterns by displaying the contours and adjust the model to correct some grading issues.
This course teaches tools and techniques that can be used to accurately model a complex intersection in 3D. In this course, you will learn how to: Use Linear Templates to create the curb, sidewalk and side slope grading along the edges of pavement and islands. Use Surface Templates to apply material thickness to the pavement surface and median islands. Create a Finished Grade Terrain Model using Graphical Filters. Export Finished Grade Terrain Model to LandXML format.
Model the Island and Median Curbs 04:50
In this video, you will model the island and median curbs using linear templates.
Model the Interior Areas of the Islands and Median 04:42
In this video, you will model the area inside of the islands and the median by creating a terrain for each and then applying a surface template that will create the concrete caps.
Model the Pavement Layers 03:18
In this video, you will model the pavement layers using a surface template.
Model the Curb and Gutter, Sidewalks and End Conditions 09:50
In this video, you will model the curb and gutter, sidewalks, and external side slopes using a linear template.
Create a Combined Finished Grade Terrain Model 04:20
In this video, you will learn how to create a combined finished grade terrain model from the Church Rd. Corridor, Church Rd. Intersection, and the London Rd. Corridor.
This course is for both new users and users upgrading from previous versions of PowerCivil, Power GEOPAK, MX, and Power InRoads software to use the OpenRoads Technology in SELECTseries 3. You will learn the basics of placing civil cells. This includes gaining an understanding of what civil cell references are and how to use them in a practical workflow. You will learn to use the civil cells delivered with the product, as well as how to use civil cells taken from external sources and incorporate them into your models. You will learn to edit and re-use civil cells that have been placed within a model.
Placing a Civil Cell 06:36
Learn how to place a civil cell and understand the rules to the reference elements that are created.
Reviewing a Civil Cell 01:50
Learn how to review civil cells in the 3D model and using the Explorer.
Using Alternatives when Placing Civil Cells 03:28
Learn how the Alternatives prompts allow civil cells to adapt to different geometry configurations.
Placing Civil Cells in Different Geometry Configurations 01:49
Learn how civil cells can be placed on different geometry configurations.
Editing Geometry in a Civil Cell 04:52
Learn how to edit geometry in a civil cell such as pavement widths or curve radii.
Editing Linear Templates in a Civil Cell 05:56
Learn how to edit linear templates in a civil cell and how to adjust Parametric Constraints to affect the model.
Place the T-Intersection Civil Cell in a Design Scenario 04:07
Learn how to edit linear templates in a civil cell and how to adjust Parametric Constraints to affect the model.
Place Sidewalk ADA Ramp Civil Cell 04:07
Learn how to place the reference geometry and a sidewalk ADA ramp civil cell.
Place Pond Civil Cell 01:49
Learn how to place a pond from a civil cell that is defined in the active DGN file.
This course demonstrates how to turn 2D elements into 3D elements by adding profiles and elevations to civil elements that are typically found outside the limits of a roadway corridor (i.e. civil sites, building pads, parking lots, ponds, infield grading, bridge abutment grading, etc.) In this course you will learn how to create 3D elements (or features) and Proposed Terrains using fundamental site modeling and non-corridor modeling techniques.
Create Cell Tower Pad 09:08
In this video, we will use the Profile from Surface tool to generate a profile for the tower pad whose elevations will be determined by draping onto a surface and then offset vertically 4.0 feet [1.2 m] above the surface.
Create Cell Tower Yard 03:54
In this video you will learn how to project a -1% slope away from the tower pad (in all directions) to the tower yard perimeter to establish the elevations of the tower yard area. We will use the Profile By Slope from Element which allows you to project a constant slope from one element to another.
Create Terrain Model for Cell Tower Yard 07:37
In this video, you will learn how to create a terrain model from the tower pad and tower yard elements and also how to review and analyze the terrain.
Create Tower Yard Grading and Analyze Volume 07:57
In this video, you will learn how to create the slope grading around the perimeter of the tower yard using linear templates. You will also learn how to add additional features to the tower yard terrain and how to analyze volumes.
Create Driveway Profiles 08:12
In this video, you will learn how to create the driveway profiles using the Vertical Geometry tools. You will also learn how to add the driveway elements to the terrain model.
Create Driveway Grading 12:43
In this video, you will learn how to create the driveway grading using linear templates. You will also learn how to use target aliasing and corridor clipping to clean up areas of overlap in the model.
Apply Surface Template to Terrain Model 03:08
In this video, you will learn how to apply a material to the terrain model using the apply surface template tool.
Review Cross Sections 03:21
In this video, you will learn how to review the cross sections of the cell tower site.
Create Complex Terrain 04:46
In this video, we are going to combine the tower yard terrain model with other terrain models on the project to form one single terrain. We will utilize the Create Complex Terrain Model tool to accomplish this.
Create Pond Grading 08:45
In this video, you will learn how to create and model a Pond in an infield area between multiple corridors using a linear template to create all of the pond 3D features.
Create Pond Terrain Model 05:15
In this video, you will learn how to create a terrain model of the pond.
Create Combined Terrain Model 04:05
In this video, you will learn how to create a combined complex terrain model of the pond terrain and the infield terrain model. You will also, learn how to analyze the pond volume.
Analyze Slopes 02:58
In this video, you will learn how to analyze elevations and slopes within the terrain model.
This course teaches how to create templates and components for those complex project situations that require more than simply modifying existing templates. This training focuses on the hinge-to-hinge backbone portion of the template. You will learn how to create pavement slabs, pavement stripes, curbs, pavement widening, matching existing pavement, and barriers.
Introduction to Templates 11:14
Introduction to Template Points, Components and Constraints
Create a Single Lane Pavement Component 06:08
In this exercise, you will learn how to create a simple 12 foot lane component as well how to create parametric constraint labels.
Create a Two Lane Pavement Component 02:58
In this exercise, you will learn how to create a two lane component by inserting a new point and using a vector offset to control the directional slope of that point.
Create a Simple Curb 05:13
In this exercise, you will learn to create a simple curb component.
Define Shoulder Rollover Locks 05:04
In this exercise, you will learn how to add to a Rollover Lock to a shoulder to set a maximum grade break between the shoulder and the pavement.
Create a Widening Template that Matches Existing Pavement Slope 06:58
In this exercise, you will learn how to create a widening template that matches the existing pavement slope.
Create a Median Barrier 06:08
In this exercise, you will learn how to create a barrier and ensure that it remains a minimum height above both the left and right pavement edges.
Create Display Rules to Display and Undisplay Median Barrier and Median Ditch 07:15
In this exercise, you will learn to create a template that will display a median ditch when the median width is 20’ or greater and only display the median barrier when the median width is less than or equal to 20’. You will accomplish this by using Component Display Rules.
This hands-on training teaches how to create and make template end conditions. This training focuses on the side slopes connecting the template hinge to the tie down point. You will learn how to create end conditions with multiple cut and fill slope solutions, cut slopes with a ditch adjacent to the hinge, walls, and forced right-of-way solutions.
Introduction to End Conditions 09:35
Provides a brief introduction into what makes End Conditions tick. How properties and priority feature in the operation and resulting geometry.
Build and Test a Multiple-Slope End Condition (Part One) 08:14
In depth instruction on End Conditions and how to create a multiple slope End Condition.
Build and Test a Multiple-Slope End Condition (Part Two) 05:15
In depth instruction on End Conditions and how to create a multiple slope End Condition.
Create a Multi-Slope Cut & Fill with a Cut Ditch 11:14
Add a cut ditch to a Multiple cut/fill End Condition Solution.
Build a Constant Width/Varying Slope Clear Zone 05:52
Build a template that ties into the existing ground at a set offset.
Build and Test a Template that Places a Cut Wall 07:38
Build and test an End Condition that places a wall based on a found feature definition.
Create a forced Right Of Way End Condition 07:39
Build and test an End Condition that places a 2:1 slope unless the Right Of Way line feature falls within the tie point.
Learn how to create templates that use null points with component display rules. These act as triggers (or switches) to display and undisplay parts of your template when linear geometry is added as corridor reference elements to a corridor.
Create Template Null Points 10:09
In this video, you will learn how to create template null points and apply horizontal feature constraints.
Create Component Display Rules 05:29
In this video, you will learn how to create component display rules that will automatically turn off curb & gutter, berm, sidewalk and end condition components when an intersection matchline element is added as a corridor reference.
Create Parent-Child Relationships Between Components 04:47
In this video you will, learn how to create parent-child relationships between the sidewalk berm, sidewalk and end condition components so that they turn off automatically when the curb & gutter components turn off. Parent-child relationships allow for multiple components to be associated to one component. This is useful when assigning Component Display Rules (you assign rules to parent component and child components will follow rule automatically).
Add Corridor References 02:34
In this video, we will synchronize the template and add corridor references.
Review Template and Create Template Null Points 04:02
In this video, you are going to learn how to create a component display rule to hide the turn lane as the default template condition. A null point will then be used to control when the turn lane (or auxiliary lane) will be displayed.
Create Turn Lane Component Display Rule 04:18
In this video, we will show how to create component display rules so that when the EOP_R point moves to the right of the LL_R point the turn lane and all of it’s components turn on automatically.
Create Template Drop and Review Cross Sections 03:25
In this video, we will create a new template drop and add a corridor reference that will widen the template and create the turn lane.
Create Right of Way End Condition Switch 05:33
In this video, we will create an end condition that will search horizontally for the existence of a right of way feature.
Apply Right of Way End Condition to Fill Slopes and Wall Template 05:56
In this video, we will show how to add the right of way end condition switch to the wall template.
Apply Fill Slopes and Wall to Turn Lane Template 06:15
In this video, we will apply the EC-Fill Slopes + Wall template to the 2 Lanes + Turn Lane + Aux Lane-RT-Urban w/ROW template.
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