Description
The SolidWorks Club at Iowa State University was created to provide students with an opportunity to develop professional level 3D modeling and design skills using SolidWorks. The club offers a low-stress, community-based environment where members can improve their design abilities through peer mentoring, hands-on activities, design challenges, and certification preparation.
Members gain access to structured learning resources designed to help them prepare for industry-recognized certifications in mechanical design, including the Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) and Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) exams. Both exams are offered free of cost and are proctored by the Executive Team during the semester.
Affiliations
This organization has no affiliations.
Constitution / Tier
Membership Information
| Student Members |
111 |
| ISU Members |
1 |
| Non-ISU Members |
0 |
| Allowed Members |
Unlimited |
| Allowed Officers |
8 |
| Membership Qualifications |
Officers in the club must have their CSWA Certification or higher, maintain a GPA Above 2.00 and attend at least 1/3 of the clubs meets throughout the semester |
| Membership Restrictions |
All students with an interest in learning CAD are welcome to participate in the club. |
| Elections/Selection |
Elections will be held at the end of the fall semester for non-renewing positions, and at the end of the spring semester for all upcoming fall positions. |
| Meetings |
There will be at least 1 meeting per week throughout the school year. Preliminary schedule will be discussed at the welcome meeting and emails will be sent to members prior to each club meeting. |
Description of Regular Meetings/Activities
| General meetings will include small presentations on CAD topics followed by hands on activities to provide practice using the software. |
Description of Special Events
| Other sessions will include peer tutoring, group competitions, group project, individual SolidWorks certifications, and other CAD practice. |