To structure existing data using an industry model, you must import that data into the model. Once the data has been imported,
AutoCAD Map 3D can apply rules and relationships to that data. You can import the data using the feature.
Industry model features you create in AutoCAD Map 3D use the specific schema defined in the current enterprise industry model or industry model drawing. When you connect to or
attach data using or an AutoCAD xref, the referenced data is not based on the industry model. To use all the features of an industry model,
you must convert it to model data.
The conversion process enables you to define mappings from the source data to corresponding feature classes and attribute
values in the industry model. You can convert multiple sources in one operation. You can apply filters to the sources to convert
only the data of interest from each source. You can apply different filters to the same source as needed.
NoteYou can include other data in a map that uses an industry model, even if you don't import that data. For example, you can
attach drawings and query in drawing data, or connect to other GIS data stores. However, this data will not be part of the
industry model, and cannot use the added functionality of industry models, such as rules, relationships, reports, and forms.
Connected and attached data is not saved with the drawing itself—only the connections are saved—whereas industry model data
is part of the drawing.
Convert Existing Data for Industry Models
To convert and import existing data into an industry model
- Open a project or an industry model template or file.
The current industry model will be the target for the converted data.
- In the workspace, click .
- In the dialog box, under , click any of the following:
. Use this option to convert data from SDF, SHP, and SQLite sources.
. Use this option to convert data from an FDO connection. You must first connect to the source using .
- Select and clear mapping check boxes as desired and click .
You can select multiple sources to convert.
- To apply a filter to the source data, right-click the source and click .
- If necessary, you can change the coordinate system assigned to the source data. Right-click the source and click .
NoteYou must specify the original coordinate system for the data. Do not specify the coordinate system for the target drawing.
AutoCAD Map 3D transforms the data to the target coordinate system when it adds it to your map.
- In the area, define the mapping between items in the source data and feature classes and attributes in the industry model.
Select the appropriate feature class from the drop-down list under .
Select the check box for a schema item on the left, and then select the appropriate attribute from the drop-down list in the
corresponding field on the right.
For some attributes, you can use the when mapping attribute values. For example, you can convert units, perform calculations, or concatenate values in the source
when mapping to attribute values in the industry model.
- When you have completed the mapping for a source, you can save the mapping as a profile. You can later reload the profile
for future conversions. From the drop-down at the bottom of the list, click .
- To validate topologies, select .
This option will display topology errors when the source data is converted
- When you have finished creating the mapping between the source and the industry model, click .
Only mapped items are converted. If you do not want to convert a mapped item, clear the checkbox for that item.
Import panel