Solid Edge Educator Resources
Solid Edge software and associated project materials and curricula are available for secondary school through to university educators to teach product design and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects and to introduce students to easy-to-use but advanced CAD technology.
Siemens PLM Software provides secondary school to university educators with industry-leading technology to support the teaching of product design and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) for educational programs that meet or exceed student and industry needs. Resources are developed by teachers for teachers.
For Middle School and High School Educators
Middle school and high school play an essential role in educating future engineers and product designers. It’s at this stage in their education that many students first experience the spark that ignites their passion for design and engineering.
Siemens Solid Edge High School Edition enables teachers to prepare junior and high school students for the future of engineering and product design, and experienced students can take an online examination and get certified in Solid Edge.
Download Free Siemens Solid Edge Software
Secondary school teachers and officials may use the Solid Edge High School Edition in design, engineering and STEM-related courses, including educational after-school clubs and extracurricular activities — at no cost (free). Download the Siemens Solid Edge High School Edition or upgrade to the latest version today.
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For College and University Educators
Professors at the college and university level can provide students with the knowledge and skills to help secure engineering or product design careers. Siemens PLM Software offers colleges and universities a comprehensive family of modular, integrated PLM technology to help educators meet the mechanical design software and educational needs of these college students. To get Solid Edge for your academic institution or for more information, contact your local channel partner or the Solid Edge Academic Team in your region: Americas, EMEA or Asia Pacific. Your students can also take an online examination and get certified in Solid Edge
Middle School and High School Tutorials
Bird Feeder
This tutorial provides students with a step-by-step approach to design a typical garden bird feeder. Aimed at students new to CAD, it provides easy-to-follow instructions in Solid Edge that build knowledge in basic sketching, solid modeling and assemblies.
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Bird House
This tutorial provides students with a step-by-step approach to design a typical garden bird house. Aimed at students new to CAD, it provides easy-to-follow instructions in Solid Edge that build knowledge in basic sketching, solid modeling assemblies and exploded assembly views.
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Road Roller
This tutorial builds on basic Solid Edge skills with step-by-step instructions to design a road roller wooden toy. It covers sketching, solid modelling, holes features, assemblies, drawing creation and bill of materials.
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Rocket
This tutorial builds on basic Solid Edge skills with step-by-step instructions to design a rocket. It covers sketching, solid modelling, holes features, assemblies, sheet-metal, drawing creation and bill of materials.
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High School Tutorials
DownForce Racer
This STEM project includes comprehensive notes and step-by-step tutorials and video tutorials for a driver controlled 1/18th scale open-wheel styled race car with an electric motor and gears to propel it down the track.
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Row Boat
This project includes a step-by-step guide, classroom presentation and 30 integrated videos. Includes working mechanism and is perfect to 3D printing.
Front Loader
This tutorial builds on basic Solid Edge skills with step-by-step instructions for building a simplified model of a skid loader. It introduces all of the core abilities of Solid Edge: modeling parts, creating assemblies and creating detailed drawings.
STEM classroom lectures
This collection of four classroom lectures address key areas of the STEM curriculum in secondary education. Developed by teachers for teachers these lectures include classroom presentations, teacher notes, student activity sheets and homework tasks.
STEM Project Curriculum
Students are introduced to the Greenpower Challenge with activities including the development of a feasibility study for their school’s participation in the project. The Greenpower Challenge, an international STEM initiative of The Greenpower Education Trust, is supported by Siemens and promotes sustainable engineering to young people.
Greenpower Steering Wheel
This STEM project includes comprehensive presentations, classroom material and step-by-step tutorials for a steering wheel design project. This project is suitable for all schools including those taking part in the Greenpower Challenge.
Introduction to Finite Element Analysis
The STEM project introduces students to forces in materials, physical testing and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). The project includes comprehensive Teacher notes, classroom material, step-by-step tutorials and homework tasks. This project is suitable for all schools, including those taking part in the Greenpower Challenge.
Introduction to Mechanical Systems
The STEM project introduces students to the concepts of mechanical systems as a means of transmitting energy. The project includes comprehensive Teacher notes, classroom material, step-by-step tutorials and homework tasks. This project is suitable for all schools, including those taking part in the Greenpower Challenge.
Introduction to Surfacing
The STEM project introduces students to surface geometry and the concepts of surface modelling, providing an awareness of the different surfacing techniques and where there are advantages over solid modelling. The project includes comprehensive Teacher notes, classroom material, step-by-step tutorials and homework tasks. This project is suitable for all schools, including those taking part in the Greenpower Challenge.
Wind Power
This comprehensive STEM resource delivers structured teaching and learning activities on Wind Power. Students will learn the science and engineering behind wind power and how to design a working wind turbine in Solid Edge. This resource comprise both introductory and advanced project activities complete with Teacher guides, presentations, student resources, Solid Edge tutorials and datasets.
College and University Curriculum
Solid Edge for Engineering Students
This semester-length course teaches students how to model. Engineering concepts are presented along with Solid Edge functions and modeling techniques. Instructors lecture from PowerPoint modules, which also launch videos, in-class activities and data files. Students bring their laptops to class so that they can participate. A study guide is provided. Supplemental materials stimulate creative, artistic thinking and 3D design with additional practice in non-traditional 3D CAD modeling.
Introduction to 3D Modeling
This undergraduate semester-long curriculum includes lecture notes, classroom presentations, videos and assignments.
