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Industry CAD certifications (Autodesk Certified User and SOLIDWORKS CSWA)

Advanced Manufacturing: Mechatronics & CAD

Autodesk (AutoCAD) and Dassault Systèmes (SOLIDWORKS)

Software certifications that prove you can use AutoCAD or SOLIDWORKS.

Format
Proctored exams that show you can use the software
Prerequisites
Check with the issuer. Many people take these after a CAD course.
Fees and assessment details
Check with the issuer ↗
Issuer website ↗SOLIDWORKS certifications ↗

Practical uses

  1. 01

    Prove AutoCAD or SOLIDWORKS skills to employers with an industry exam.

  2. 02

    Add a recognized software credential on top of a CAD course.

  3. 03

    Qualify for drafting and design roles that ask for certified software users.

How to get it

  1. 1.

    Pick the software: Autodesk Certified User (AutoCAD) or SOLIDWORKS CSWA.

  2. 2.

    Visit the issuer's certification site to see exam details. Check with the issuer.

  3. 3.

    Take a CAD course or practice with the software. Many people take these after a CAD course.

  4. 4.

    Schedule the proctored exam and confirm fees and requirements. Check with the issuer.

  5. 5.

    Pass the exam and save your certificate to show employers.

Study tips

  • Practice timed drawing and modeling tasks in the software.
  • Use the issuer's official sample exams and study guides.

Quick links

Official Autodesk (AutoCAD) and Dassault Systèmes (SOLIDWORKS) info ↗Indiana Credentials of Value list ↗Help paying for it (Next Level Jobs) ↗Take the pathway survey →