I was recently laid off and thought I would take the time I have while job searching to finally take my CSWP. I obviously want to practice a bit beforehand as I don't want to pay to take the test more than once and money is a bit tight so can't afford to buy it and I'm not a student. Is there a way to get a version of solidworks for cheap or free so I can accomplish this?
There is a 30 days trial.
Don't know if the online version work for exam.
If you are a US Veteran, you have access to getting the student version really inexpensive.
If you are a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association, you can get a relatively inexpensive license.
I would recommend checking in to your local maker space, a lot of them have computers with SolidWorks loaded that you can go in and use.
t
Contact The VAR that your company was using.
My VAR told me a while back when I took the Essentials Class, that they would allow me to get some practice and take any of the exams using their computers (their SW seats) in there classroom if no classes were scheduled.
I don't expect this is a standard practice but doesn't hurt to ask.
They are not going to help you on the test - just give you computer and software access.
Who knows, they may even give you a few pointers if you have questions.
They are also a possible resource for knowing companies that may be hiring or that are using SolidWorks.
Todd Blacksher wrote:
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If you are a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association, you can get a relatively inexpensive license.
I would recommend checking in to your local maker space, a lot of them have computers with SolidWorks loaded that you can go in and use.
t
Last time I checked, it was only $40 per year to join the EAA. I was considering that myself - and if nothing has changed, the license was free with your membership.
Check with you local user group - they may give you more places to look and you can join the group (if you have not already) - users can give you many pointers.
After you join the EAA and get your copy of SW, do the Model Mania challenges and watch the videos. You'll pick up a lot of good quick techniques and they are good examples of what you may be asked to do.
https://blogs.solidworks.com/tech/2020/03/20-years-of-model-mania.html
Hello,
The student edition may be the cheapest avenue although if you're not a student, getting an edu license may be problematic.
SW VAR's don't deal with edu licenses, I don't believe, so you'll have to contact SW directly for a pass.
Search educational on SW's site and you should get the hits you need.
Good luck to you,
Kevin