### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Civil Engineering Design Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Civil Engineering Design Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Civil Engineering Design Software Articles [![What Is Environmental Engineering? It's Important Role in Health](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM-FI126_Learn_Article_Images-%5BEnvironmental_Engineering%5D_V1a.png "What Is Environmental Engineering? It's Important Role in Health")](https://www.g2.com/articles/environmental-engineering) [ ### What Is Environmental Engineering? It's Important Role in Health ](https://www.g2.com/articles/environmental-engineering) We think we live in a world where clean air is as abundant as sunlight, where pristine waters flow freely, and where ecosystems thrive undisturbed. [ ![Sagar Joshi](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Sagar Joshi") SJ ](https://learn.g2.com/author/sagar-joshi) by Sagar Joshi [![Computer-Aided Design (CAD): State of Category](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/houses-businessman-man-hands-110469-1.jpg "Computer-Aided Design (CAD): State of Category")](https://www.g2.com/articles/computer-aided-design-cad-state-of-category) [ ### Computer-Aided Design (CAD): State of Category ](https://www.g2.com/articles/computer-aided-design-cad-state-of-category) Computer-aided design (CAD) software was developed as part of a project delivered in 1960 by MIT’s Electronic Systems Laboratory, in collaboration with the United States Air Force. [ ![Michael Gigante](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Michael Gigante") MG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/michael-gigante) by Michael Gigante [![Building Energy Modeling: The Future of Sustainability](https://sell.g2.com/hubfs/low-angle-photography-of-metal-building-on-grayscale-175771.jpg "Building Energy Modeling: The Future of Sustainability")](https://www.g2.com/articles/building-energy-modeling-bem-sustainability) [ ### Building Energy Modeling: The Future of Sustainability ](https://www.g2.com/articles/building-energy-modeling-bem-sustainability) In my previous column, we explored the various ways building information modeling (BIM) software has impacted sustainable architecture. Expanding on the theme of sustainability, this month’s column examines a new trend in sustainability software called building energy modeling (BEM). [ ![Michael Gigante](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Michael Gigante") MG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/michael-gigante) by Michael Gigante [![What Is Civil Engineering? (+Best Software For The Job)](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/3D%20group%20of%20corporate%20buldings.%20Isolated%20over%20white%20background.jpeg "What Is Civil Engineering? (+Best Software For The Job)")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-civil-engineering) [ ### What Is Civil Engineering? (+Best Software For The Job) ](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-civil-engineering) From interstate roads to international canals, civil engineering has had a direct impact on our evolution as an increasingly urbanized society with constantly expanding infrastructural needs. [ ![Michael Gigante](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Michael Gigante") MG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/michael-gigante) by Michael Gigante Show More ## Civil Engineering Design Software Glossary Terms [![Structural Calculations](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI842_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bstructural_calculations%5D_V1a.png "Structural Calculations")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/structural-calculations-definition) [Structural Calculations](https://www.g2.com/glossary/structural-calculations-definition) Structural calculations help engineers determine the resources needed to complete work. Read on to learn about the benefits and structural calculations. by Sagar Joshi [![Smart City Infrastructure](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI831_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bsmart_city_infrastructure%5D_V1b.png "Smart City Infrastructure")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/smart-city-infrastructure-definition) [Smart City Infrastructure](https://www.g2.com/glossary/smart-city-infrastructure-definition) Smart city infrastructure is digital technology that makes cities more efficient and sustainable. Learn more about the benefits to having one. by Holly Landis [![Building Information Modeling](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI696_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BBuilding_Information_Modeling_BIM%5D_V1a.png "Building Information Modeling")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/building-information-modeling-definition) [Building Information Modeling](https://www.g2.com/glossary/building-information-modeling-definition) Building information modeling (BIM) is an all-inclusive process of generating and handling information for a constructed asset. Learn more about its types. by Sagar Joshi [![Civil Engineering](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Civil%20Engineering%20G2.jpg "Civil Engineering")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/civil-engineering-definition) [Civil Engineering](https://www.g2.com/glossary/civil-engineering-definition) What is civil engineering and why is it important? Our G2 guide can help you understand civil engineering and how it is beneficial to industry professionals. by Anindita Sengupta [![Rapid Prototyping](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI586_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BRapid_Prototyping%5D_V1a.png "Rapid Prototyping")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/rapid-prototyping-definition) [Rapid Prototyping](https://www.g2.com/glossary/rapid-prototyping-definition) Rapid prototyping is a product development method where engineers iterate and refine a product after seeking user feedback. Learn about its benefits. by Sagar Joshi ## Civil Engineering Design Software Discussions 0 Question on: ActCAD BIM [I need detail how to use three dimensional CFD analysis with ACT CAD](/discussions/24350-i-need-detail-how-to-use-three-dimensional-cfd-analysis-with-act-cad) With Auto Cad one can do CFD analysis of hydraulic system ...I wounder I could with ACT CAD also ... any help? Hello Mr.Dinkar, Thank you for your question. Please note that ActCAD is a CAD software meant for 2D Drafting and 3D unparametric modeling. Our BIM version supports the creation of 3D Architectural elements like Walls, Doors, Windows etc. ActCAD doesn't have any Analysis (CAE) capabilities. CFD is not supported. We have created LHV sections program inside ActCAD as requested by you few years back. Answered: Murali Krishna on February 15, 2020 [Your answer](/discussions/24350-i-need-detail-how-to-use-three-dimensional-cfd-analysis-with-act-cad/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: ActCAD BIM [How can I get some of my old lisp routines to work. They don't work well with ActCAD.](/discussions/24142-how-can-i-get-some-of-my-old-lisp-routines-to-work-they-don-t-work-well-with-actcad) I paid for a program to have developed for me that sets grades and elevations, similar to what Civil 3D does, but much more simple. It partially works ok in ACTCAD. It would be a great add on to what I can do if I could use it better. It's also free if anyone wishes to use it. They just can't make any money off of it without compensating me. Hi David, thank you for your valuable inputs. Please share the details of your programs we will try to improve them and add to ActCAD package. Please note that, we do not prefer LISP programs internally as it has several limitations. We will see the possibility to rewrite your codes in MFC VC++ and build them as irx programs. They will be much faster. Once again, thank you for choosing ActCAD. Answered: Murali Krishna on February 8, 2020 Good Day, Yes, you can't use your old (AutoCAD) Lisp in ActCAD directly. Because some of the internal command options are vary from AutoCAD to ActCAD. For Example refer "Layer" command options. If you are a Lisp programmer you can find out the differences. Answered: TEAM softwaresolution on March 4, 2020 Please note that many LISP programs (.lsp) can be directly executed inside ActCAD. If you get any error, you need to debug the code where it is failing. As mentioned by another member, some of our commands and LISP functions are slightly different. Also, note that we do not support .fas programs to execute inside ActCAD. We use our own (protect) function to encrypt LISP source codes. Answered: Murali Krishna on March 4, 2020 [See more answers (2)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/24142-how-can-i-get-some-of-my-old-lisp-routines-to-work-they-don-t-work-well-with-actcad/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: ActCAD BIM [Is any of you facing the issues of lack of colours like me??](/discussions/24133-is-any-of-you-facing-the-issues-of-lack-of-colours-like-me) I am talking about the colour palette which actCAD provides for basic 2D rendering in the form of Hatches and line drawings There are nearly 650 colors avaialble in ActCAD softwaer. In any dialog having colors, please click on color books. You can also enter any RBG or color number of your choice in ActCAD. 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