Free Academic Program (incl CAD software) from PTC
Posted in Labels: CAD, engineering, free resources, STEM
This free program is a great way to engage students in STEM skills and teach them technology skills (CAD) through the competitions and project based learning. They will also learn valuable skills for the future through these kinds of programs.
Contact them for more information: http://www.ptc.com/appserver/wcms/forms/index.jsp?&im_dbkey=121302&icg_dbkey=482
Check out FREE CAD videos, design competitions, and so much more on the PTC Academic Program Facebook Page.
I've used Pro-Engineer as an engineer. It is an excellent program and PTC provides excellent support.
About PTC
PTC is the leading technology provider in product development software. We provide Product Lifecycle Management solutions to over 27,000 companies in the Industrial, High Tech, Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, Consumer, and Medical Device industries.
Passionate about Education
For more than ten years, our team of engineers and educators have been working with schools to enhance the teaching and learning of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. PTC believes that the sustained success of our company, our customers, and society depends on empowering each generation to solve real world economic, social, and environmental challenges.
(Thanks to Dolores Gende, @dgende, for the tip)
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Science and Engineering Visualization Challenge - great STEM opportunity
How to Turn a Teen Into an Engineer
TryEngineering - engineering simulations and info on engineering
