Career Details

Autodesk Certified User

Description

The Autodesk Certified User (ACU) certification is an industry-recognized credential that can effectively start students' careers as designers, engineers, and makers. It enhances students' higher ed applications and resumes by providing the evidence of competency and proficiency. The certification is an excellent way for students with about 150 hours of real-world Autodesk software experience to validate their software skills. Earning this level of certification while in school will give students confidence as they continue to master Autodesk products and pursue professional-level certification in the future.

Certifying Organization

Autodesk, Inc.

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? Unknown year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

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Fluid Power Connector and Conductor

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International Fluid Power Society

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B - Advanced

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YouScience

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Certificate name

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Professional - Technologist

Certifying Organization

American Society of Mechanical Engineers International

Type

B - Advanced

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