Civil 3D Certification Course Online with Software & Exam | VDCI.edu

This course includes

90 hours of project-based training from experts
3 course modules & 186 training videos
Access to Civil 3D software (4 months)
Civil 3D Certified Professional Exam with retake
Answers from real instructors
Final project graded by an industry expert
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Flexible payment plans
Quizzes to reinforce learning

You’ll build upon your existing AutoCAD experience by learning fundamental and intermediate concepts on how to work effectively with Civil 3D. All courses are taught by practicing professionals through hands-on, real-world, project-based training. You will become familiar with the surveying and mapping elements and commands in the Civil 3D environment, point marker and label styles, point groups, linework code sets, figure prefix databases, surface profiles, survey imports, parcels, sites, parcel labels, TIN surfaces, surface labels, surface analysis, drawing template files, data shortcuts, feature lines, grading groups and more.

Our three-course series not only equips you with state-of-the-art techniques but also readies you for success in the Autodesk Certified Professional in Civil 3D Infrastructure exam.

Courses & Videos in This Package

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Unit 1 30 Hours

Surveying & Mapping Civil 3D Course Online

In the Intermediate Civil 3D: Surveying and Mapping course, students create, label, and organize points, prepare key sets, and manage parcel and surface data within Civil 3D. The course walks through the process of performing survey imports, subdividing parcels, and modifying their display styles.

Create, label, and modify points, then organize points into point groups
Prepare Civil 3D description key sets, linework code sets, and figure prefix databases
Perform a survey import, create, and subdivide parcels
Modify parcel display styles and label parcels areas and segments
Create parcel tables and a TIN surface
Label a surface and edit surface definitions
Perform a surface analysis

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Lesson 1: Points

Lesson 2: Survey Databases

Lesson 3: Parcels

Lesson 4: Creating Surfaces

Lesson 5: Additional Surfaces

Lesson 6: Labels and Tables

Unit 2 30 Hours

Transportation Design Civil 3D Course Online

This Civil 3D course is intended for professional designers, engineers, contractors, and others seeking professional advancement or to improve their employment opportunities. This course emphasizes intermediate civil engineering tools within Civil 3D. You will become familiar with the transportation design elements and commands in the Civil 3D environment. You will also learn about alignments, surface profiles, design profiles, and view windows, assemblies, corridors, intersections, sample lines, cross sections, and 3D visualization.

Create multiple types of alignments
Develop surface and design profiles
Adjust profile view windows
Label both alignments and profiles
Build corridors with the required sub-elements and create a cul-de-sac
Create an intersection corridor and create sample lines along a corridor
Display cross sections
Visualize a roadway in a 3-dimensional drive-through

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Lesson 1: Alignments

Lesson 2: Profiles

Lesson 3: Profile & Alignment Labeling

Lesson 4: Corridors

Lesson 5: Sections

Lesson 6: Drive Analysis

Unit 3 30 Hours

Land Development Civil 3D Course Online

In this Civil 3D course, you will become familiar with the land development design elements and commands in the Civil 3D environment. You will learn about drawing template files, data shortcuts, feature lines, grading groups, pipe networks, pressure networks, and paper space. This Civil 3D course is intended for professional designers, engineers, contractors and others seeking professional advancement and job transition through acquiring CAD skills.

Create multiple Civil 3D object and label styles
Develop a custom drawing template file
Manage data shortcuts
Create and edit feature lines and grading groups
Learn about pipe and pressure parts catalogs
Layout pipe and pressure networks
Annotate pipe and pressure networks
Create a custom drawing sheet

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Lesson 1: Drawing Setup

Lesson 2: Basic Grading

Lesson 3: Advanced Grading

Lesson 4: Pipe Networks

Lesson 5: Pressure Networks

Lesson 6: Plan Finishing

Program Reviews

From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and custom-crafted curriculum, we deliver results our alumni are proud of.

Training has provided me with the necessary skills to perform my role as the CAD expert in the office.

Darian Bruyning

Thorough yet concise detailed explanations of functions, their typical uses, location on the desktop, and almost all of the nuanced details of their properties. Great job!

Keng-On Liu

This training was highly recommended by an alumnus of the training in my company. I learned a lot and use the skills I gained at work every week!

Pearl May

I am very satisfied with the overall program. I took the Civil 3D Certificate Program to improve my CAD skills and help me, as I intend to apply for drafter jobs. I'm very hapy with the training!

Hung Quang Vu

After going through this program I feel very knowledgeable about C3D and how the program can do a lot of the work for you with setting up things first. As I do a lot of grading in my day to day work I found that to be the most helpful for me. I was challenged through the program and I appriciated that. I really enjoyed all of the courses that I was enrolled in. I would have to say that my teacher, Michael Kinnear, was awesome. He was very helpful throughout the entire course. Thank you for offering such a great program at a great price.

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Keng-On Liu Jan 23, 2023

Thorough yet concise detailed explanations of functions, their typical uses, location on the desktop, and almost all of the nuanced details of their properties. Great job!
Anonymous Oct 14, 2022

After going through this program I feel very knowledgeable about C3D and how the program can do a lot of the work for you with setting up things first. As I do a lot of grading in my day to day work I found that to be the most helpful for me. I was challenged through the program and I appriciated that. I really enjoyed all of the courses that I was enrolled in. I would have to say that my teacher, Michael Kinnear, was awesome. He was very helpful throughout the entire course. Thank you for offering such a great program at a great price.
Pearl May Jun 22, 2021

This training was highly recommended by an alumnus of the training in my company. I learned a lot and use the skills I gained at work every week!
Pearl May Jun 22, 2021

Now that I have a basic understanding of Civil 3D I am able to work on larger and more complex projects at work.
Darian Bruyning Mar 19, 2020

Training has provided me with the necessary skills to perform my role as the CAD expert in the office.
Hung Quang Vu Sep 9, 2019

I am very satisfied with the overall program. I took the Civil 3D Certificate Program to improve my CAD skills and help me, as I intend to apply for drafter jobs. I'm very hapy with the training!

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Tuition & Financing

If you prefer to pay your tuition over time, we have payment options to meet your needs. Finance your education through an installment plan. We also assist with documentation should your employer offer tuition reimbursement.

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This course includes

90 hours of project-based training from experts
3 course modules & 186 training videos
Access to Civil 3D software (4 months)
Civil 3D Certified Professional Exam with retake
Answers from real instructors
Final project graded by an industry expert
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Flexible payment plans
Quizzes to reinforce learning

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24/7 access to our premium course videos and projects.
Access to Civil 3D software (4 months)
Industry experts are assigned as your course instructor. Message your instructor with any questions.
Participate in VDCI online discussion forums — share ideas and receive additional support.
Hands-on quizzes and mini projects to test and reinforce concepts.
Complete a portfolio project with guidance and grading from an industry professional.

Earn a Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course open to beginners?

Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

Yes, this course is eligible for our installment plan.

Learn more in the Tuition section above.

How long is this course? How long will it take me to complete it?

This course is 90 clock hours. Clock hours is the total estimated course time including watching the course videos and completing the projects. The time varies by student.
Assuming that you work approximately 10 hours per week, you will complete this course in about 9 Weeks.

How long do I have access to the course materials?

This series includes 3 courses. You may choose when to activate each course (i.e. you can buy the course package now and activate any courses within the next 24 months). Once you activate each course, you will have 30 days to complete it (access the course materials, quizzes, projects and videos). You may request one extension of seven (7) days per course. Other extension requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Videos are not downloadable.

What is the cancellation and refund policy for this package?

For this series of 3 courses, you are entitled to a 90% refund (your payment less the nonrefundable 10% registration fee) within 30 days of purchase for any course in the bundle that you have not accessed.

What’s included with my tuition?

A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed
A comprehensive program with 3 in-depth course modules designed to build your skills progressively
Extensive video training resources to support your learning journey
Access to Civil 3D software (4 months) during your training
Civil 3D Certified Professional Exam with retake
Expert support with answers to your questions from real instructors throughout your learning journey
Professional feedback on your final project from an industry expert to help improve your skills
Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many years and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment
The confidence of learning at an accredited institution
Assessment tools including quizzes to reinforce your learning and track your progress

Are there any additional fees or expenses?

There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

This program is a discounted package of classes that is 15–25% off the individual class prices, so additional discounts do not apply.

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Civil 3D Certification Course Overview

The Civil 3D Certification Course is designed for students with prior AutoCAD experience, enabling you to build on your existing skills and master Civil 3D techniques. This bundle will teach you how to manage data, design complex projects, and create construction documents using Civil 3D.

Surveying and Mapping Skills in Civil 3D: Learn to work with survey and COGO points, modify point groups, and perform surface analysis. You’ll also gain proficiency in creating parcels, managing site data, and labeling surfaces for precise, real-world applications.
Design Transportation Projects and Roadways: Master the creation of alignments, surface profiles, and corridors for transportation projects. You’ll gain hands-on experience with roadway design, including intersections, cul-de-sacs, and 3D visualization for effective project planning and implementation.
Develop Advanced Land Development Projects: Learn how to build drawing template files, utilize data shortcuts, and create grading groups for land development. You’ll also work with pipe and pressure networks, creating custom designs and annotations to streamline project execution.
Work with Civil 3D Tools: Dive into the advanced capabilities of Civil 3D to create custom object and label styles, manage data shortcuts, and apply your knowledge to real-world land development projects. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to produce high-quality, professional construction documents.

Autodesk Civil 3D Certification Exam Overview

The Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) in Civil 3D for Infrastructure Design is an advanced certification that validates your expertise in utilizing Civil 3D for professional workflows and projects. Gaining this credential showcases your skills in infrastructure design and positions you as a reliable professional in the competitive AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry. VDCI's Civil 3D Certification Course prepares you for this certification and includes a free exam voucher with online proctoring.

There are two levels of Certification Exams: the Autodesk Certified User (ACU) and the Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP). Both certifications validate your expertise, but they cater to different levels of experience and skill sets. For Civil 3D, Autodesk only offers a Certified Professional Exam.

Civil 3D Certified Professional (ACP) Exam Overview

The Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) for Civil 3D certification exam is designed for advanced Civil 3D users who have significant hands-on experience with the software (estimated at 400–1,200 hours). This certification demonstrates a strong capability in workflows, processes, and project objectives centered on infrastructure design.

Key competencies assessed include:

Surveying & Points (managing and editing points and parcels)
Site Design (surfaces, alignments, grading, and profiles)
Corridors (modeling roads and intersections)
Pipe and Pressure Networks (creating and managing utility infrastructure)
Plan Production (generating plan sets and handling data management)

The certification aligns closely with real-world applications, making it highly relevant to professionals handling civil engineering projects.

Exam Format and Details

Duration: 120 minutes (proctored online through VDCI)

Questions: 45–60, focusing on performance-based scenarios reflective of practical Civil 3D usage.

Question Types:

Multiple choice
Drag-and-drop
Hot area (selecting “active” areas of graphics)
Graphic interpretation
Active screen (interactive images of the software UI)

Cost: $200 (exam is included in VDCI's certification course)

Language: English
Validity: 3 years (with a retest required for renewal)

How VDCI Prepares You for the Civil 3D Certification Exam

As an Autodesk Learning Partner and Training Center, VDCI provides high-quality, industry-approved courses to help students and professionals develop job-ready skills using Autodesk tools like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, and more. Our partnership with Autodesk ensures that our training aligns with the latest industry standards and best practices.

VDCI is committed to equipping students with practical, industry-standard skills that provide a solid foundation for success in the Civil 3D Certification Exam. Our teaching approach combines real-world project-based learning with proven instructional methods to ensure students grasp the core functionalities and advanced techniques for Civil 3D.

VDCI provides comprehensive training to prepare you for the Civil 3D certification exam by offering industry-relevant courses tailored to your learning needs. The Civil 3D Certification Course focuses on equipping you with practical, hands-on experience through real-world project simulations, ensuring you grasp essential workflows and tools within Civil 3D. VDCI’s expert-led courses emphasize critical concepts such as site design, grading, parcel creation, and corridor modeling, aligning their curriculum closely with the exam objectives. By combining technical guidance with flexible learning options, VDCI allows students to build confidence and readiness to succeed in achieving certification.

Some key features of VDCI's Civil 3D training include:

Hands-On Learning: Courses are designed with hands-on exercises that simulate real-world challenges
Experienced Instructors: Learn from industry-expert instructors who have years of AEC experience
Flexible Learning Options: Participate in online courses that fit your schedule
Dedicated Support: Dedicated instructor and support staff to guide you 1:1
Certified Training: Autodesk-approved training by Autodesk Certified Instructors

What You Get:

Autodesk Software: Free access to the Civil 3D software ($2,030/year)
Certification Exams: Free exam voucher with 1 retake ($200 retail)
Flexible Learning: Self-paced online learning options
VDCI Certificates: Civil 3D Course Completion Certificates
Autodesk Certificates: Autodesk Course Completion Certificates

VDCI also offers certification training for other AEC-related Autodesk certification exams, including AutoCAD Drafting & Design, Revit Architectural Design, Revit Mechanical Design, Revit Electrical Design, and Revit Structural Design. Below are the courses that will prepare you for these certifications:

AutoCAD Certification Course prepares you for the AutoCAD certification exam
Revit Certification Course prepares you for the Revit Architecture certification exam
Revit MEP Certification Course prepares you for Revit Mechanical & Revit Electrical certification exams
Revit Structure Certification Course prepares you for the Revit Structural Design certification exam

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Are VDCI courses aligned with Autodesk certification exams?

Yes, VDCI courses are designed to prepare students for the Autodesk Certification Exams. VDCI is an Autodesk Learning Partner and Approved Autodesk Training Center. All of our instructors and course developers are Autodesk Certified Instructors.

Does VDCI offer Autodesk Certification Exams?

Yes, VDCI offers a free certification exam for each certification course completed.

Does VDCI facilitate the proctoring of the Autodesk Certification Exams?

Yes, VDCI facilitates the proctoring of Autodesk Certification exams. VDCI coordinates with Certiport and Pearson VUE to provide exam vouchers and schedule online proctored exams via Zoom. VDCI will coordinate all of these steps with the student directly.

How and when do I get the exam voucher?

To receive your exam voucher, you’ll need to reach out to us. We will then confirm that you have completed all the necessary requirements. Once verified, our team will purchase the voucher from Certiport and coordinate a time for you to take your exam.

How can I take the certification exam? Is it remote or in person?

Once you receive your exam voucher, you’ll take the exam online with a live remote proctor via Zoom. We will coordinate and schedule your exam session to ensure a smooth testing process.

Who should take the Civil 3D Certification Exam?

This Civil 3D exam is perfect for professionals and students in the fields of civil engineering, land development, and infrastructure design who are looking to validate their proficiency with the software. It is ideal for individuals aiming to enhance their credentials, improve their design workflows, or advance their careers by demonstrating a solid understanding of critical Civil 3D.

How many hours of software practice do I need to be prepared to take the exam?

The recommended practice hours vary depending on the certification level:

Entry-level certifications (Autodesk Certified User): Typically require 100-200 hours of hands-on experience with the software
Advanced certifications (Autodesk Certified Professional): Usually require 400-1200 hours of practical experience due to the increased complexity of the exam

Installment Plan Breakdown for Civil 3D Certification Course Online

Each installment is charged to your card on file one week before the start of the associated course. The payment schedule may vary if the courses are taken in a different order.

Installments		List Price
$579.00	Deposit – Surveying & Mapping Civil 3D Course Online	$579
$579.00	Transportation Design Civil 3D Course Online	$579
$141.00	Land Development Civil 3D Course Online	$579
▴ The certificate discount of $438 has been applied
$1,299.00	Total You Pay

See the Installment plan FAQ for more information.