Solidworks

Classes that use this software

Software restrictions

•  The ME student license of Solidworks may be used for class purposes only.  Students needing to use Solidworks for reasech need to contact service.desk@engr.utexas.edu and ask about purchasing reaserch licenses or other CAD products that may be available.

How can I access this software

•  Solidworks is available via
  • The METER lab (ETC 2.126)
  • The ME virtual desktop environment (http://www.engr.utexas.edu/itg/facilities/virtualdesktop)
  • Install onto personally owned laptops (this method may NOT be used on any UT owned system!).  
    1. Go to Solidworks request form here, https://utexas.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8IZhD3xMerIVF5P
    2. Follow the instructions that appear after filling out the request (make sure you leave open the instruction window or copy the contents into a text editor for later reference

Common Problems

• Solidworks won't install onto my Apple computer - Using a Mac