SolidProfessor

What Is SolidProfessor?

SolidProfessor is a cloud-based tool tailored to assist engineering, architecture, and design teams. It provides a learning system including 15,000+ videos and 400+ courses. These courses are designed specifically for widely used CAD applications such as SOLIDWORKS, AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, and Fusion 360, among others. SolidProfessor courses are designed by in-house engineers with real-world practices in mind to ensure the application of knowledge to practical situations.

In addition, the platform provides a reporting dashboard for management and educators. It shows learner progress through course completion and test scores. This capability helps organizations in determining learners’ skill gaps and addressing them accordingly. SolidProfessor is particularly beneficial for companies with tight design teams or schools wishing to develop Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

What Is SolidProfessor Best For?

The software stands out for its ‘Fully Customizable Engineering Training’ across different roles, skill levels, and industries. Its business platform lets organizations build tailored training programs around CAD, CAM, and BIM software. Teams can also incorporate engineering methods relevant to their workflows. This flexibility allows training managers to align learning content with specific job functions and organizational requirements. The customizations options make the platform a practical choice for organizations that require personalized technical training programs.

How Much Does SolidProfessor Cost?

SolidProfessor costs start at $49/month for ‘Personal Membership’. Additional membership options are available at a custom price, which are:

• Business Membership
• School Membership

The software charges monthly or annual fees across its membership plans. Annual membership includes a 2-month free trial for prospective users. New users also receive access to five free courses.

In addition to the base subscription costs, organizations should account for the following potential expenses:

• Implementation And Onboarding: $500–$3,000 for standard team setup; larger deployments may reach $3,000–$7,500
• Custom Training Programs: $1,000–$10,000, depending on the number of courses, roles, software applications, and curriculum customization required
• Admin And Instructor Training: $500–$2,500 for additional administrator or instructor training beyond standard onboarding
• Custom Integrations: $2,000–$10,000+, depending on integration complexity

Disclaimer: The pricing is subject to change.

SolidProfessor Integrations

The software supports integration with multiple systems and platforms, such as:

• Blackboard Learn software
• Schoology LMS
• Moodle
• Canvas LMS

How Does SolidProfessor Work?

Here's how you can get started with the software:

• Create an account and choose a Personal, Business, or School membership plan
• Set up a profile and select target software, such as SOLIDWORKS or AutoCAD
• Browse the course library and add tutorials or full courses to a learning path
• Watch video lessons at your own pace and complete guided exercises within each course
• Take course review tests to check retention and unlock Technical Certificates
• Use the ‘Skills Analyzer’ to test baseline knowledge and get customized course recommendations
• Track completed lessons and test scores through the reporting dashboard
• Assign courses to team members or students and monitor their progress from the same dashboard

Who Is SolidProfessor For?

SolidProfessor serves a range of organizations across various industries and sectors, including:

• Manufacturing
• Life sciences
• Energy
• Aerospace and defense
• Transportation

SolidProfessor Use Cases

Based on our analysis of user feedback and SolidProfessor features, we have identified key scenarios where this software is a good fit for engineering teams and educators:

1. Engineering Team Struggling To Standardize CAD Skills Across Multiple Locations

Engineering organizations with teams across multiple locations can struggle to deliver consistent CAD training. Different schedules and training environments can make classroom-based learning difficult to coordinate. Gentex addressed this challenge with SolidProfessor, giving its engineering teams access to on-demand CAD training. Gentex also used the platform to support their SOLIDWORKS certification efforts.

2. School Teaching Multiple Design Platforms Without Overloading Instructors

Engineering programs may need to teach several CAD, CAM, and BIM applications within one curriculum. SolidProfessor provides more than 400 online courses covering widely used engineering and design software. Instructors can assign courses, exercises, and tests without creating every learning resource themselves. Progress tracking also helps teachers see which students are advancing or falling behind.

3. Medical Device Team Balancing Complex Designs And Continuous Skills Development

Medical device engineering teams often need specialized training while keeping product development moving. One global medical device company wanted online training with customized learning paths. SolidProfessor provided on-demand courses alongside progress tracking for engineering leaders. The company used this approach to develop skills, support certifications, and retain engineering talent.

4. Engineering Team Identifying Skills Gaps Before They Affect Design Work

Managers might know that their team needs training, but not necessarily the particular skills that need improvement. ‘Skills Analyzer’ feature from SolidProfessor tests the competency level in particular skills of SOLIDWORKS. Team assessments can be carried out to find out about any shortcomings in the whole team as opposed to individual observations.

Is SolidProfessor Right For You?

SolidProfessor provides services to engineering groups, design organizations, and technical institutions that require custom solutions. Having 15+ years of industry experience, the platform caters to a diverse clientele, including Medtronic, Kawasaki, Gentex, Dexcom, and the U.S. Air Force. Universities like UC San Diego have also incorporated SolidProfessor into their engineering curriculum.

The platform offers preparation courses for earning various certifications like CSWA, CSWP, and CSWE. SolidProfessor’s industry recognition also confirms its suitability for engineering education. It won the 2025 EdTech Breakthrough Award for ‘Best Engineering Learning Solution’.

Need help deciding if SolidProfessor is right for your organization? Reach out to us at (661) 384-7070.