SolidWorks Software Course: Fees, Certification, Top Institutes, Online Classes

SolidWorks is a parametric CAD (computer-aided design) software from the French multinational corporation Dassault Systèmes. In design and engineering, this software allows for creating 3D models and complex mechanical systems. 

As a powerhouse of design precision in the 3D modelling space, SolidWorks training is essential for those in the mechanical, construction, automotive, and aerospace industries. 

The official SOLIDWORKS certification programme is for both professionals and school students. These are for levels from foundational to expert, with non-proctored exams. 

Also, there are other types of SolidWorks training from top-rated MOOCs, including LinkedIn Learning and Udemy.

Official SOLIDWORKS Certification Programme

The categories of official certifications from SolidWorks are listed below. 

• Design/Engineering 
• Governance/Lifecycle
• Manufacturing/Production
• Simulation
• Marketing/Sales

Each category has individual certifications across levels - Associate, Professional, and Expert. In total, there are over 70 SolidWorks certifications.  

For Design/Engineering, find certifications like the SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Expert (CSWE), SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Professional (CSWP), and so on. 

Under Governance/Lifecycle, certifications include SOLIDWORKS PDM Administrator Professional (CPAP) and Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS Associate. 

Here is a detailed table on the official SolidWorks certifications that can be earned after passing the exams. 

Certification Type	Exams
SOLIDWORKS Expert	Mechanical Design (CSWE–Mechanical Design) Simulation (CSWE–Simulation)
SOLIDWORKS Professional	Mechanical Design (CSWP–Mechanical Design) Mechanical Design Academic Version (CSWP–Academic) STUDENTS ONLY API (CSWP-API) Model-based Design (CSWP–MBD) CAM (CSWP–CAM) PDM Administrator Professional (CPAP) Simulation (CSWP–Simulation) Flow Simulation (CSWP-Flow)
SOLIDWORKS Professional Advanced	Sheet Metal (CSWPA-SM) Weldments (CSWPA-WD) Surfacing (CSWPA-SU) Mold Making (CSWPA-MM) Drawing Tools (CSWPA-DT)
SOLIDWORKS Associate	Mechanical Design (CSWA–Mechanical Design) Additive Manufacturing (CSWA–Additive Manufacturing) Electrical (CSWA-Electrical) Mechanical Design Academic Version (CSWA–Academic) STUDENTS ONLY Simulation (CSWA–Simulation) Sustainability (CSWA–Sustainability)
3DEXPERIENCE Platform	Collaborative Business Innovator Collaborative Industry Innovator 3D Creator 3D Sculptor 3D Structure Creator 3D Mold Creator 3D SheetMetal Creator Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS Lean Team Player
Partner Programs	DriveWorksXpress Training and Certification Program DriveWorks Solo SolidProfessor Technical Certificates
For Students/Schools	CSWA CSWA - Academic Exam CSWA-Simulation CSWA–Sustainability CSWP CSWP - Academic Exam CSWP-MBD CSWP-Simulation CSWPA CSWPA-Drawing Tools CSWPA-Mold Making CSWPA-Sheet Metal CSWPA-Surfacing CSWPA-Weldments
Additional Teacher/Instructor Certification	SOLIDWORKS Accredited Educator Certification TECE Exam
Certified Provider Program	Technical Support Provider (CTSP) Advanced Analysis Provider (CAAP) Advanced Services Provider (CASP) Documentation Service Provider (CDSP)

Top Online Platforms Offering SolidWorks Courses

For more comprehensive online SolidWorks training, here are some options. 

Udemy SolidWorks Courses

Udemy’s recently updated course - SOLIDWORKS 2017-23 :Become a Certified Associate Today-CSWA is one of the highest-rated on the platform with a 4.7/5.00 rating. The same instructor, Tayseer Almattar, also offers training from the Professional level certificate.  

SOLIDWORKS: Become a Certified Professional Today (CSWP) from Udemy is also one of the best SolidWorks courses with 14,193 enrolled learners. 

LinkedIn Learning SolidWorks Courses

Learning SOLIDWORKS on LinkedIn Learning is one good course to get started with. Having a premium subscription on this platform is beneficial as there are 68 SolidWorks courses taught by experts such as Gabe Corbett and David Antanavige. 

Eligibility for SolidWorks Courses and Certifications

There is no such eligibility for SolidWorks courses. Ideally, however, it is good to have some familiarity with CAD software as well as the fundamentals of design and engineering. 

Also, there are varying requirements for the different SolidWorks certification exams. For instance, for the CSWE exam, the learner must have passed the CSWP exam and should have passed the advanced topics, including Sheet Metal, Weldments, Surfacing, Mold Tools, and Drawing Tools, from SolidWorks. 

SolidWorks Exam Fees

To appear for any of the SolidWorks exams without taking a subscription, it would cost around INR 16000 or more.

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