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Solid ProfessorBook and DVD
Video Lessons on SolidWorks

Introductory tutorials, training sessions or demonstrations are a great way to get started with SolidWorks but, a bit like driving a car, the learning only really gets going when you get behind the wheel. SolidProfessor is a comprehensive series of video files that give the help and information needed as you create models in SolidWorks. Most tutorials show how to produce a given model in a given way, but SolidProfessor takes things much further. Like the best teacher, SolidProfessor explains the principles involved, illustrates where errors can occur and clearly demonstrates the most appropriate techniques.

SolidProfessor students

Unlike even the best teacher, SolidProfessor is available at the student’s desktop 24 hours a day and can deal simultaneously with any number of diverse learning needs.

Lessons are clear, concise and to the point to minimise the amount of time it takes to get answers.
It really is like having (at least!) one extra member of staff on your team. SolidProfessor includes a SolidWorks Add-In, which means students can watch training videos and get answers directly inside SolidWorks without having to launch another application or waste time searching the web.

The most complete video library of SolidWorks instruction on the market

SolidProfessor Blended Learning Approach

SolidProfessor - a complete library of instruction and an on-demand reference.

SolidProfessor - builds SolidWorks skills through understanding as students develop their own projects.

SolidProfessor - facilitates self-paced learning. Ideally suited to the individual project approach that characterises modern approaches in Design Education.

SolidProfessor is not a tutorial. It’s better. A typical tutorial teaches you how to do one thing one way. For students to become fluent SolidWorks Users, their skills have to be more adaptable than that.

SolidProfessor lessons go beyond step-by-step button clicks - students gain deeper insight about techniques and applications. Instruction is concept-based, ensuring students can tackle any type of challenge.

SolidProfessor covers the full spectrum of SolidWorks skill levels—from beginner to advanced

 
SolidProfessor for SolidWorks

3DSkills Learn how to navigate the SolidWorks interface, create simple sketches, and turn those sketches into 3D part models. Learn the basics of creating assemblies from your parts, and how to generate drawings of your parts and assemblies

Drawings Learn to create 2D drawing views of your parts and assemblies as well as generating Bills of Materials and placing dimensions, notes and other notations

AutoCAD to SolidWorks Learn how to use legacy 2D data and TechSoft 2D Design data in Solidworks and how to create new 3D parts from scratch

Advanced Parts Learn to use advanced tools such as flex and indent as well as advanced options of fillets, sweeps and lofts

Advanced Assemblies Learn to manipulate assembly structures, use assembly level features, pattern and mirror components, use advanced mates, and manage assembly configurations

Sheet Metal Understand the features, tools, and techniques specific to the design of sheet metal parts. Edge flanges, rip feature, unfold, bend lines, etc.

Workgroup PDM Gain insight into how large scale commercial projects are managed using Workgroup PDM

PhotoWorks/PhotoView 360 Guides you through the process of creating photorealistic renderings of your parts and assemblies

Certification Prep Learn what to expect on the CSWA & CSWP test, go through detailed sample questions, strategies for managing your time, and top down design best practices

Advanced Surfacing Learn how to apply surfacing features to achieve complex geometry. Splines, surfaces, loft and sweep guide curves, etc.

SolidWorks Simulation Teaches the fundamentals of using the Simulation design validation software to analyze parts and assemblies before manufacturing

SolidWorks Routing Teaches how to create electrical, piping, cable and other routed systems in your assemblies

TolAnalyst/DimXpert Learn to fully define parts and assemblies with geometric dimensions and tolerances.

Update Training Provides comprehensive lessons covering all the new features in detail of SolidWorks’ latest version

ASK SolidProfessor Allows students to learn from real-world SolidWorks users through user-submitted
how-to questions and answers


Book and DVD

SolidWorks Certification

If SolidWorks certification is an important part of your curriculum, then SolidProfessor’s CSWA/CSWP Certification Preparation course will familiarise students with the structure and style of the exam, walk them through sample exercises and cover every aspect of the test—from part design to simulation.

System Requirements
Windows® XP, Vista or 7 Operating System
Internet Explorer 6 or better
1024 x 768 or better display resolution
Windows Media Player 11 or better
Microsoft® .NET 2.0 Framework
500 MB Disk Space Minimum (more depending on number of courses loaded)
DVD ROM Drive
Pointing Device
Speakers

 
Secondary Schools & FE Colleges
SolidProfessor Education Edition
SWP-S SolidProfessor Education Edition: Stand-alone 180.00 Buy
SWP-L61SO SolidProfessor Education Edition: School Licence (60 Networked workstations + 1 stand-alone) 540.00 Buy

Subscription Renewals
SWP-SR-S1 SolidProfessor Education Edition: Stand-alone Licence Renewal 1 year 108.00 Buy
SWP-SR-S1-3 SolidProfessor Education Edition: Stand-alone Licence Renewal 3 years 180.00 Buy
SWP-LR61 SolidProfessor Education Edition: School Licence Renewal 1 year 325.00 Buy
SWP-LR61-3 SolidProfessor Education Edition: School Licence Renewal 3 years 505.00 Buy


Universities (also Sec Schools & FE Colleges)
SolidProfessor University Lab Packs
SWP-L10 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 10 User 1,440.00 Buy
SWP-L20 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 20 User 1,800.00 Buy
SWP-L30 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 30 User 2,160.00 Buy
SWP-L45 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 45 User 2,520.00 Buy
SWP-L60 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 60 User 2,880.00 Buy
SWP-L100 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 100 User 3,600.00 Buy
SWP-L200 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 200 User 4,320.00 Buy
SWP-L300 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 300 User 5,040.00 Buy
SWP-L500 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack: 500 User 5,400.00 Buy

Subscription Renewals
SWP-LR10 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 10 User 720.00 Buy
SWP-LR20 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 20 User 900.00 Buy
SWP-LR30 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 30 User 1,080.00 Buy
SWP-LR45 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 45 User 1,260.00 Buy
SWP-LR60 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 60 User 1,440.00 Buy
SWP-LR100 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 100 User 1,880.00 Buy
SWP-LR200 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 200 User 2,160.00 Buy
SWP-LR300 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 300 User 2,520.00 Buy
SWP-LR500 SolidProfessor University Lab Pack Licence Renewal: 500 User 2,700.00 Buy