Will a SolidWorks Certificate Help You Get a Job?
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- Опубликовано: 1 июл 2024
- Many people wonder how doing the Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) exam, and others may help them find a job. Let's look at the value of these exams and discuss opinions below in the comments.
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If you’re an engineering student looking for an internship, CSWA is definitely worth getting. It will give you a competitive edge during the hiring process.
Thank you.
Very informative and honest expert opinion.
The comment section discussion also helped me to make my decision.
You said right, these certification programs only focus on how experienced you are in the software but not in Mechanical Design.
Remember, Software is just a tool. Product Design is far more ahead of that.
Thank you for this information really appreciate it mate!
Today I passed my CSWA examination and now I a going to prepare for CSWP and then hopefully CSWE.
Thanks for this informative video.
Awesome! Congratulations and good luck for the future
you are too rich
How many questions is it and do you have to write an essay in the test or show skills
Bhai form fill krne k baad kitne din may exam dena hota h
After using SW for two years on our FRC team, I took the CSWA test last Sunday. As you could guess, just like in the video it was quite easy. I had watched the videos on mySolidworks just in case, ended up learning very little but gained some knowledge on shortcuts. Personally, I plan on studying for CSWP in my free time when school isn't too demanding, perhaps taking it next summer. For me the certificates are not so much for work but for university entrance. With a portfolio to back it up, I feel like it may help me out. With all those said I agree with and want to emphasize this; Solidworks is only as good as the engineering knowledge driving it. For example, if you aren't familiar with material sciences, a topology analysis won't help you much. Or if you can't calculate the distance between gears, SW ain't gonna help you. The examples I gave are easy compared to most things, but for the uninitiated, that may read this comment, just some food for thought. Let me conclude this ridiculously long comment by saying this: Before you invest in Solidworks invest in improving your engineering knowledge. I got a long way to go, and I ain't stopping soon. Have a wonderful day.
Nice comment, sounds like you're on track to be a good engineer!
How much did you pay for CSWA exam?
Just wanted to give a small update. At the end of last month I took my CSWP Mechanical Design exam and passed it. İ'd say CSWP is relatively easy if you have SW experience and if you could take it for free, like I did by participating in a Dassault Systems event, then it totally is worth it.
Technically you have to go through the CSWA and CSWP to be allowed to sit the CSWE, so the former two become a necessity if you want the benefits of the third. IMO, like you said with the tests not testing mechanical design theory or creativity, the CSWE is best used as a certification showing efficiency. It is an excellent sidepiece to a portfolio, showcasing that not only do you have the skills of the portfolio but the proficiency of the certificate.
There is an important part missing from this discussion; salary negotiation. As a entry level engineer the projects and internships you have will help you land the job. The CSWA will give you room to negotiate salary. My FSAE teammate in college got a design engineer position with an OEM and received a 5K salary bump between being hired and starting simply because he spent 3 hours taking the CSWA. That's a great ROI. It also helps you stand out from the competition. Take two resumes with the engineers have the exact same experience but one took the opportunity to get the certification and shows their proficiency and they will likely be the one that is hired. Why? Because the managers know that engineer can come in on day 1 and get to work immediately.
The CSWA is extremely basic. If having it means you can get to work on day 1 it means the nature of the work is very basic (in terms of design). I would imagine most employers would like to see some proof of a persons design skills and experience, for a recent graduate this might be projects they utilised their SolidWorks skills on. This could perhaps be projects you have designed and 3D printed parts, or even machined parts (perhaps as as part of an FSAE team). Well done to your friend but getting a bonus $5k because you have the CSWA would be very, very rare
@@MahdiDesigns you're video topic on CSWP not CSWA. My reference is to your video not the CSWA. In terms of salary, I would counter that it is not rare and that it actually gives you some leverage with HR. Yes, the hiring manager would like to see your projects and will use that to determine whether to hire your or not. However, the first step in the process is getting through HR to the hiring manager. In that case, HR may have 1000 applicants and the hiring manager only wants to look at 10 resumes and interview 5 candidates. Take 2 engineers with the same experience, but one has certification, and HR, not knowing the details of CSWA or CSWP, will select the person with industry certification to send to the hiring manager for review. After the interview the hiring manager will tell HR to move forward with the offer letter. HR's job is to get you as cheap as possible within the salary range for the position. For engineers those salary ranges can be as wide as $5,000-$30,000. Having the certification allows you to counter their offer and ask for more money within that salary range - not a bonus.
Right, you said CSWA in your first comment thought... I agree, CSWP would be more beneficial for an entry level engineer and would be a good thing to have
I failed in CSWA in 2018, after 1 year work with solidworks in various compititions held in SAEINDIA I helped my friends and Juniors for Student Convention and SAE Baja and Supra and I passed the CSWP in 2019.
Means practice will help.
Nice, well done! I agree taking the exams forces you to practise and learn new aspects of the software and improving overall
Bhai exam form fill krne k baad kitne din may exam dena hota h
Can anyone say about CSWP exam
Especially segment 1 part modelling
Whether options given for all questions
Or questions with modifications like extrude cut or only 1st question
You Really motivates me
I believe, the recruiters may not be aware of the certification levels, but they can mostly be impressed if one has the certification. So at list having the CSWA would help to pass through the initial screening in the job applications for a fresher or one having 2-3 years of experience.
Maybe, I can reach up to CSWP. Beside, I would also need to consider the cost for the exams if I am using my own pocket.
Yeah it can definitely be beneficial. Quite often the lead mechanical engineer would be involved in recruitment in which case they would likely be aware of the certificate levels if they're experienced with SolidWorks
So the thing is the company recruiter is telling me to pass the CSWP exam and submit it to them and if I pass the exam they will onboard me and reimburse the exam fee but I don't have much Solidworks software knowledge and I've only 25 days max to prepare for the exam and get the certification done. So is it possible to prepare and pass the exam in 25 days practically? If there are any helpful sources you can share with me!?
Yes is good
where to find papers in pdf of solid works exam ?
Passed the CSWA today, failed in a month ago, been using solidworks for close to a year in a few classes in uni, mostly used surface lately however...
Nice, well done!
I think it worths it. Some videogames cost even more than the exam and that is useless. On the other hand owning the certificate would make a difference
Could you please make a video in expiration of the certificates also i reallly didnt understand that is it what that really expire
I don't think the certificates expire once you have them. You have to purchase credits to take the exams and these may expire, so don't pay to attempt the exam until you're ready to atempt it
Do we need licenced version of SW software to give exam ? Because i can't afford to buy the license version .
Please answer me .
Probably, yes
there is a 6-month-free license cuz covid i believe, but works just passed CSWA
There are official solidworks VATs in many countries. Findout if there is any nearby your place. If yes, you can contact them and can give exam there.
you dont
The companies are actually looking for people with education, experiences in mechanical design and good skills in Solidworks. Passing CSWA will not guarantee jobs offered. I have used SolidWorks for the last 16 years in my works but never took CSWA. If you're mechanical engineer, preparing and taking PE license in your state is much worthwhile spending your time.
CSWA is a Joke. CSWP is a good indicator that someone is quite familiar with SW however I would not hire someone based on this it's just a confirmation that they know the software but at the same time if someone used SW for 2 years and has some examples it's also good enough prof of knowing SW. CSWE is truly an exam that shows deep understanding of all aspects of SW and if you are hurting a heavy CAD position this would likely help.
Cswa is entry level. Had to pass it to graduate college. Once in the field, it's very hard to take the exam because you have to own a solidworks license or stay at work 3.5hrs after your day is over to take it. Only really possible if your work provides you with a laptop. With that being said i think any of the tests prove that your willing to go the extra mile to take a 3hr exam. I just recently took the cswp and can say yes it does prove you know how to design a part in a time crunch. These tests aren't for engineers, they are for designers, drafters to prove they know solidworks. So if your getting a engineer position, it's kind of like pointless... there's other certifications that you can get to prove your engineering skills. The engineers i work were never required to take a solidworks class. Most learned on the job. And most don't even design in solidworks. They work along side a designer to get the design in a fast manner.
Interesting point. I was trained in CATIA at work recently and as far as I know, the senior engineers just learned it a long time ago and more than likely do not have a cert in any CAD program.
Currently, ME’s take 1 SW class called “Engineering Graphics 1” and a basic simulation class called Computer Aided Engineering. MET’s take 2 SW classes and get to take the CSWA for Mech Design.
It’s basically as simple as it gets. So they are aware of the very very basics of these things, tho they may forget.
As a ME, I decided to minor in Engineering Graphics so that could get my CSWA in Mech Design, CSWP, and the Rapid Design Certificate while in college as the exam provided is part of the course. Simulation also seems valuable for an engineer. Of all the minors available, SW seemed like the most useful.
I definitely agree with this point. I'm currently working as a Project Engineer. It's true that knowing how CAD modeling software (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, etc.) works helps a lot, but it's definitely not required for an engineering position. From my personal experience with interviews for engineering positions, most employers care more about your EXPERIENCE and not your certifications. I can see certifications helping if you became a drafter from a technical school, but not really for engineers (at the end of the day, anybody good with using new technology can learn SolidWorks). We literally have a drafter in our office who's paid (by the hour, not salary) to model and update drawings as needed.
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cswe will be my advice
When you are a foreigner from less developed country having these can shut down stereotypes recruiter might have about you.
if i don't have a complete engineering degree but i have working experience how it could help for jobs?
Probably best way is to make a good portfolio of your work. Photos and videos always help
Computer spec's please 😭
Just mid range laptop, nothing special
But the catch is that you "MUST" take the CSWA and then the CSWP before even considering taking the CSWE!!!!! NO WAY AROUND THAT FACT!!!!!
Dang. I have this teacher who always tells us "If you can pass the CSWP, you basically don't need to go to college."
Maybe he's just motivating us to do more work for the class, it is filled with a bunch of lazy high schoolers after all. I wonder where he got this idea from, though whatever the case may be I wish he would be more truthful about it. I don't think I've read or watched a single online source that says any certification is worthwhile/will land you a job lol.
Hmm yeah maybe he's trying to motivate you but there is definitely more to getting a decent engineering job than knowing the basics of SolidWorks. I think SW is just a tool of engineering creativity!
@@MahdiDesigns How would you say the certification applies to the general field of 3D design as far as getting used to working with this kind of software in general. Do you think it could lead you down a path that could land you a job, maybe something that isn't directly engineering based?
I know industrial designers used SW to create aesthetic products but I don't believe its commonly used for artistic 3D modelling, except for maybe jewellery design and a few other niche areas. It depends on the kind of designing you're intendeding to do. But my answer would be no, the CSWP doesn't really make you a better designer. I would just practise surfacing, look up SW surfacing tutorials and try find something with organic surfaces (computer mouse, piece of fruit, fan blades etc) and try model it in SW as best you can
Hello man , even if you pass cswe, that doesn’t mean you are an expert in mechanical design, that just proves that you are an expert in using solidworks , but the key is that now you just need to get all the knowledge and experience in engineering that u will get in school or by reading books, but once you get all that knowledge , u will be able to do or represent whatever your imagination ,skills and knowledge tells you
how to build a portfolio
You can just start with images/renders of things you have designed and made
SO if your'e a Mechanical enginee, maybe. SolidWorks guy, can't really become even the best at the software and go get a job with like expert level? is that the idea? Be a mechanical Engineer or something else or don't be a SolidWorks drafter, the indistry does not need you?
I got the cswa for free...a random indian guy on facebook offered me.... not even joking...
But there were some promos for the cswp where the price was halved and i didnt bought them...dumb decision.
Coupon redem kitne din may kr sakte h
Iske expiry kya hote h
Man if you buy the solidworks student license , they will give you cswa and cswp for free
I've had a career in SolidWorks for 10 years. The answer is no. The cert is useless.
I would not say that. Sure the cert itself is pretty meaningless in really evaluating onese 3D modeling skills, but for people that are young and recent graduates having a cswp makes employers more likely to take your SolidWorks skills seriously.
@@THEGAMINGHELP101 hasn't been the case from what I've seen and experienced. Businesses that want/need a SolidWorks user that's competent test them before hiring. They could care less about what paper you have, and for good reason. I've worked with plenty of CSWA and CSWP holders and they could barely sketch.
Don't get me wrong, I WISH they meant something, as I have them too. But really all it means is you passed a test. Unfortunately you can be absolutely terrible at SW and still past at least the CSWP level. And that's not unique to SW, which is why skill based jobs often require you to prove your skills beforehand.
@@handles438 excuse me? Go ahead and prove to me you have a CSWA certificate. Go ahead prove it. You're just throwing words without backing up your words.
@@jesusgood2462 Damn son, you bitter much? CSWA isn't even worth lying about, but if you insist on proof, here you go:
CSWA: C-Z6TK2FS4T3
CSWP: C-NT3E6FCSWW
CSWP Sheet Metal: C-LQ2ZQXQNDZ
CSWP Weldments: C-YY27WGRSST
Assuming you even know how to look them up.
Don't be getting hostile because you found out your little piece of paper isn't worth anything.
@@handles438 man I was so excited when I passed the CSWP exam but after watching this video, and reading your reply, It seems that I will need to dive further into the program. I'm curious how long you worked with SW before you got comfortable with it and if you can share with me any educational tools that helped you? I'd consider my skills fairly decent but I know I can do better and really want to get serious about being more proficient with SW.