Autodesk Inventor Helps Design Careers Using 3D Technologies

By DE Editors

Autodesk, Inc. (San Rafael, CA) announced that Pennsylvania College of Technology (Penn College), an affiliate of The Pennsylvania State University, is training students in its School of Industrial and Engineering Technologies on Autodesk Inventor software.

The School of Industrial and Engineering Technologies at Penn College offers students two programs in drafting and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) technology: a two-year associate's degree in CAD Technology and a four-year bachelor's degree in CAD Product Design.

Students at Penn College in mechanical engineering, architecture, construction, and civil engineering are allowed to download Autodesk software, including Inventor, for free to enable 3D mechanical design and lay the foundation for digital prototyping.

"Autodesk is committed to helping educators foster the next generation of engineers, and helping ensure that their students have the support they need to become successful professionals,"said Alan Jacobs, senior manager of University Programs for Autodesk.

Penn College has also focused on preparing students for the Autodesk Inventor Certified Expert examination: a thorough four-hour hands-on and written examination that enables highly experienced users to demonstrate proficiency and expertise in Inventor software.

Visit the Autodesk Student Engineering and Design Community portal for more information.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.