Authorised SolidProfessor reseller in South Africa
SolidProfessor - On-Demand SOLIDWORKS Training for Your Team
Give every engineer in your business unlimited, self-paced SOLIDWORKS training they can take at their desk – no scheduling, no travel, no downtime.
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Train without stopping work
Lessons run 5 - 15 minutes, so engineers learn between tasks instead of losing a week to a classroom.
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One subscription, your whole team
15,000+ expert-led tutorials, unlimited replays, every user tracked on one dashboard.
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Prove the skills, not just the hours
Built-in CSWA, CSWP and CSWE certification prep with practice exams.
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What is SolidProfessor?
SolidProfessor is an on-demand engineering training platform that teaches SOLIDWORKS through short, structured video lessons you work through at your own pace. Instead of booking a classroom course, your engineers log in whenever they need a skill and learn it in minutes.
The platform has been working with engineering teams for over 25 years and is used by companies including Tesla, Amazon and SpaceX.
MECAD Systems is the sole authorised reseller of SolidProfessor in South Africa. Every South African SolidProfessor subscription is supplied, supported and renewed through MECAD.
Why South African Engineering Teams Choose SolidProfessor
Classroom training is excellent for foundations. SolidProfessor is what keeps the skills growing for the other 51 weeks of the year.
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No downtime
Engineers train at their own workstation, in short lessons, between live project work. No week out of the office, no travel to Centurion, no billable hours lost.
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Learning that never expires
A course ends. A subscription doesn’t. Your team can revisit any lesson the moment a project throws up something unfamiliar.
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Everyone learns, not just the person you sent
Classroom seats are limited by budget. A SolidProfessor subscription covers your users on one plan, so the whole team levels up instead of one engineer.
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Built into SOLIDWORKS
The SolidProfessor add-in sits inside SOLIDWORKS itself. Engineers pull up the relevant lesson without leaving the model they’re working on.
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Certification-ready
Structured prep and practice exams for CSWA, CSWP and CSWE, so certification becomes a planned outcome rather than a hopeful attempt.
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Visible progress for managers
Dashboards show who has completed what, where the skill gaps sit, and which lessons close them. Training stops being a cost you can’t measure.
What SOLIDWORKS Training Does SolidProfessor Cover?
SolidProfessor’s SOLIDWORKS library runs from first sketch to advanced specialist work. The core paths your team will use:
| Learning path | What it covers |
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| SOLIDWORKS Essentials | Sketching, part modelling, assemblies, drawings — the foundation |
| Advanced Part Modelling | Complex features, multibody parts, configurations |
| Surfacing | Freeform and complex geometry |
| Assemblies | Large assembly performance, mates, top-down design |
| Drawings & Detailing | Drawing views, annotation, GD&T |
| Sheet Metal & Weldments | Fabrication-ready modelling |
| Simulation | Structural analysis fundamentals within SOLIDWORKS |
| PDM | Data management, revisions, vaults |
| Certification Prep | CSWA, CSWP and CSWE exam preparation |
SolidProfessor also covers DraftSight, CAM and simulation tooling. Speak to us about what your team needs.
Who Is SolidProfessor For?
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For engineering managers
You need a team that’s consistently capable, not one that depends on two power users. On-demand access covers your whole team, dashboards show you where the skill gaps sit, and new hires get up to speed without pulling a senior engineer off billable work.
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For lecturers and training institutions
You need students who leave with skills industry actually asks for. Structured learning paths give every student the same grounding at their own pace, and certification prep turns coursework into a credential employers recognise.
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For individual engineers
You need answers at the moment you’re stuck, and a credential that proves what you can do. Lessons run five to fifteen minutes, so you learn between tasks, with a structured path to CSWA, CSWP or CSWE.
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SolidProfessor or Instructor-Led Training - Which Do You Need?
Most teams need both. Instructor-led training builds the foundation fast and gives your engineers a person to ask. SolidProfessor keeps those skills current and extends them to everyone else on the team. Here’s how they differ:
| SolidProfessor (on-demand) | MECAD instructor-led training | |
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| Format | Self-paced video lessons | Live, trainer-led course |
| Duration | 5–15 minute lessons, ongoing | 1–5 consecutive days |
| Where | Your own workstation | MECAD Centurion or on-site |
| Who it covers | Your team, on one subscription | Booked seats per person |
| Best for | Ongoing upskilling, onboarding, refreshers, certification prep | Structured foundation, complex new modules, hands-on guidance |
| Access period | Continuous, for the subscription term | Duration of the course |
| Questions answered by | Lesson content and MECAD support | A certified MECAD trainer, live |
How to Get SolidProfessor in South Africa
SolidProfessor is available in South Africa in two ways.
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Not sure which option applies to you? Tell us your team size and we’ll send pricing and a walkthrough within one business day.
Frequently Asked Questions about SolidProfessor
Is MECAD the only place to get SolidProfessor in South Africa?
Yes. MECAD Systems is the sole authorised SolidProfessor reseller in South Africa. All South African subscriptions, support and renewals go through MECAD.
What does SolidProfessor cost in South Africa?
Pricing depends on the number of users and whether SolidProfessor is included in your existing Elite Enhanced Subscription. Complete the quote form on this page and we’ll send costed options for your team size.
Do I still need instructor-led SOLIDWORKS training?
For most teams, yes – the two do different jobs. Instructor-led SOLIDWORKS training courses build the foundation quickly with a certified trainer in the room. SolidProfessor keeps those skills sharp afterwards and extends training to the rest of your team.
How long are the lessons?
Most run between five and fifteen minutes, so engineers can complete one between tasks rather than blocking out a day.
Can I track my team’s progress?
Yes. Manager dashboards show completion, skill levels and gaps across your users, so you can see what the training is actually producing.
Does it prepare engineers for SOLIDWORKS certification?
Yes. SolidProfessor includes structured preparation and practice exams for the CSWA, CSWP and CSWE certifications.
Does SolidProfessor work inside SOLIDWORKS?
Yes. The SolidProfessor add-in runs inside SOLIDWORKS, so engineers can open the relevant lesson without leaving their model.
Get SolidProfessor for Your Team
Tell us how many SOLIDWORKS users you have and we’ll send pricing, a platform walkthrough, and a recommendation on whether it’s already included in your subscription.