Course Overview:

This training course provides an introduction to Trimble Business Center (TBC) for earthworks applications. Participants will learn how to navigate the software, import and manage data, create and modify surfaces, perform earthwork calculations, and generate deliverables for construction projects. The course is designed for engineers, surveyors, and construction professionals looking to enhance their knowledge of TBC's earthworks functionality.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basics of Trimble Business Center (TBC) software.
• Import, process, and manage survey and design data.
• Create and edit surfaces using breaklines, boundaries, and surface properties.
• Perform earthwork volume calculations and analyze results.
• Generate reports and documentation for construction projects.
• Utilize key tools and workflows for efficient earthwork project management.

Target Audience:

• Civil Engineers
• Surveyors
• Construction Managers
• Earthworks and Site Development Professionals
• GIS and CAD Technicians

Prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of construction and survey principles.
• Familiarity with CAD software is beneficial but not required.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Trimble Business Center
   • Overview of the software interface
   • Key features and capabilities
   • Software setup and customization
2. Data Import and Management
   • Design data formats and import (CSV, DXF, LandXML, etc.)
   • Managing layers, points, and surfaces
   • Georeferencing and coordinate systems
3. Surface Creation and Editing
   • Creating surfaces from point and line data
   • Adding and removing surface members
   • Using breaklines and boundaries
   • Editing surface triangles and edges
   • Adjusting surface properties (shading, textures, and color mapping)
4. Surface Visualization and Analysis
   • Reviewing surfaces in a 3D view
   • Using Surface Slicer View for section analysis
   • Creating a surface grid
   • Offsetting a surface for design modifications
5. Contour and Cut/Fill Mapping
   • Creating and customizing contour lines
   • Generating Cut/Fill maps for volume analysis
   • Quick Section creation for review and reporting
6. Volume Calculation and Reporting
   • Performing earthwork volume calculations
   • Generating and interpreting volume reports
   • Exporting data for field use and further analysis
7. Best Practices and Troubleshooting
   • Workflow optimization techniques
   • Common issues and solutions
   • Tips for efficient data management

Training Methodology:

• Instructor-led demonstrations
• Hands-on exercises and case studies
• Interactive Q&A sessions
• Real-world project examples

Course Duration:

• 1 day

Certification:

Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successfully finishing the course.

Training Resources Provided:

• Training manual and reference materials
• Sample datasets for practice
• Access to support and training course resources

Enrolment Information:

To register for the Trimble Business Centre Earthworks Basics course, please contact us at support@korecgroup.com or complete the Book This Course form above.