SOLIDWORKS STUDENT and EDUCATOR

CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Demonstrate expertise with SolidWorks 3D solid modeling for

your professional and competitive advantage
In todays competitive workplace, CAD professionals need every edge they can get. The SOLIDWORKS Academic
Certification Provider program gives students and educators a way to demonstrate their expertise with SOLIDWORKS 3D
solid modeling software, design concepts, and sustainable design, and their commitment to professional development.
Students get a proven competitive edge in the workplace; and educators and schools enhance their expertise and provide
new opportunities as SOLIDWORKS Academic Certification Providers.
 An electronic certificate with the school name that can be BENEFITS OF SOLIDWORKS aCaDEMIC SOLIDWORKS Educator Certification
emailed to prospective employers CERTIFICaTION PROGRaM SOLIDWORKS also offers certifications for educators:
A logo insignia that can be incorporated into email, business SOLIDWORKS Academic Certification for students and educators SOLIDWORKS Accredited Educator
cards, and resums is an integral part of the SOLIDWORKS Education Program.

CERTIFICATE
Innovative and effective learning materials provide solutions, Instructors as SOLIDWORKS Academic Certification providers can
They also get access to the SOLIDWORKS Virtual Testing Center achieve the designation of SOLIDWORKS Accredited Educator.
training, tools, and support to help students and distinguish
at www.virtualtester.com/SOLIDWORKS where they can further The SOLIDWORKS Accredited Educator passes both the CSWA-
institutes from their competition.
advance their professional development. Academic exam and the Technology Educator Certification Exam
CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE The SOLIDWORKS industry-standard engineering design (TECE), and shows high competence in classroom instruction for
Becoming a SOLIDWORKS Academic Certification Provider competency program gives students and teachers a competitive
ASSOCIATE
This certifies John Doe
3D CAD, simulation, and sustainable design software. A
Becoming a SOLIDWORKS Academic Certification Program advantage. Program goals:
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has successfully completed the requirements for

SOLIDWORKS Certified Associate Academic SOLIDWORKS Accredited Educator receives a professional

and is entitled to receive the recognition
Provider enhances an institutes expertise and opportunities. Help students get a great job after graduation by preparing development credential to prove skills in SOLIDWORKS.
and benefits so bestowed After becoming a provider, institutes can administer the them for workplace demands and motivating them to take the
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following certification exams for students: Technology Educator Certification Exam
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next step in their learning
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Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate-Academic The Technology Educator Certification Exam (TECE) is intended for
Continually upgrade implementation by monitoring exam educators that teach using SOLIDWORKS software in a classroom
CSWA-Academic assessment data to adapt and improve certification material, setting. The TECE demonstrates technical proficiency in classroom
Becoming a Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional CSWP industry alignment skills, and instructor training instruction for 3D CAD, simulation, and sustainable design.
The Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate-Academic (CSWA-Academic) Certified Sustainability Design Associate CSDA Advance students professional development and CAD
exam enables students to demonstrate their expertise with proficiency through the SOLIDWORKS Virtual Testing Center
Certified SOLIDWORKS Simulation Associate-Finite Element
SOLIDWORKS 3D solid modeling. The comprehensive online test is
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administered, timed, and proctored by a SOLIDWORKS Academic
Certification Provider, and measures competencies in these areas: Students can take these exams free of charge, if their school is a
SOLIDWORKS Academic Certification Program Provider and on
3D CAD modeling technology
subscription. (Minimum license requirements apply for the
Application of design and engineering principles school and vary per region.) If your school is currently on
Recognition of industry practices and standards subscription and utilizes SOLIDWORKS in one or more courses,
contact your local SOLIDWORKS Value-Added Reseller to learn
After passing the exam, students can demonstrate to
more, or visit www.SOLIDWORKS.com/education.
prospective employers that they are a CSWA-Academic in a
number of ways:
A listing in the Certified SOLIDWORKS directory that is used by
companies and individuals to identify candidates

Formula Hybrid Contest

First-place winner designed by
Using SOLIDWORKS software, a group
Texas A&M University Racing Team, USA
of students developed and built a
solar-powered arbora covered
seating area like a bus stopin
downtown San Jose. The arbor is a
modular system of solar trees that
cover benches, providing protection
from the sun while simultaneously
harnessing its power to operate
lighting, run a wireless router, and
provide access to power outlets.
Key Benefits of CSWA-Academic
Integral part of the SOLIDWORKS Education Program Recommended Competencies
Innovative and effective learning materials for CSWA-Academic
Minimum of 45 hours of classroom instruction focused
Solutions, training, tools, and support to help students
on the following areas:
For more information on the SOLIDWORKS Certification Program, Basic modeling and drawing theory
please visit www.SOLIDWORKS.com/SWEDU-Certification or
Advanced modeling theory and analysis
contact your local SOLIDWORKS Value-Added Reseller.
Part modeling
Advanced part modeling and analysis
Assembly modeling

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