The Onshape Learning Center provides comprehensive training resources for product development teams. It combines expert-led instruction with self-paced learning materials to educate teams about the best practices in 3D CAD modeling and data management.
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Comprehensive Training Resources
Resources found in the Learning Center help customers learn about Onshape by PTC’s unique approach to release management, direct editing, configurations, sheet metal, in-context design, etc., which won’t be found in any other product development platform.
The Learning Center offers multiple learning pathways to accommodate different learning styles and schedules:
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Live instructor-led training classes
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Self-paced online courses
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Technical articles
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Instructional videos
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Learning pathways
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Certification
Expert-Led Live Training
The Onshape Bootcamp provides 12 hours of comprehensive live instruction covering both fundamental and advanced Onshape capabilities. This intensive training program ensures participants gain practical experience with real-world applications of cloud-native CAD.
READ: What is Onshape Bootcamp?
Self-Paced Online Courses
The Learning Center offers structured courses for all skill levels, from CAD basics to advanced modeling. Users progress through material at their own pace. Many resources are available in multiple languages including English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese.
Technical Articles
Regular technical articles cover specialized topics like sheet metal design, configurations, and in-context design. These briefings focus on industry-specific workflows and advanced features.
Instructional Videos
Short, focused videos demonstrate key Onshape features and best practices. Each video includes step-by-step instructions and practical examples of common CAD tasks.
Learning Pathways
Curated sequences of courses and materials designed to guide users from basic CAD concepts through advanced modeling techniques.
Certification
The Onshape Learning Center offers two levels of certification: Associate and Professional. These exams validate users' CAD proficiency and provide industry-recognized credentials.
READ more about the Onshape Certified Professional Exam.
Customer Success with Learning Center
Command Tooling Systems, a precision CNC toolholder manufacturer, uses the Onshape Learning Center to efficiently train new engineers and interns.
“What I really like about the Onshape Learning Center is the interactive nature of it,” said Chuck Berg, Director of Engineering and Technology. “No one has to go anywhere – they can learn it right here at our facility.”
Similarly, French electric aircraft manufacturer Aura Aero relies on the Learning Center's multilingual capabilities for global team training.
“We have designers fully integrated on the team after only three days of learning Onshape," said Alban Semond, Aura Aero’s physical design manager. “The online Onshape Learning Center is easy to understand with lots of self-taught tutorials. The addition of tutorials in French was a big step forward for us.”
Latest Learning Center Updates
The Onshape Learning Center continues to evolve with new resources designed to help users master cloud CAD efficiently.
Platform updates from 2024 alone include comprehensive improvements to both core and specialized training materials:
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Updated CAD Basics and Onshape Fundamentals courses
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Self-Guided Bootcamp is now available in French, German, and Simplified Chinese
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New specialized courses, Introduction to Part Studios, Navigating a Document, Introduction to Render Studio, Introduction to the Onshape API
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Enhanced certification experience with embedded exams
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New technical guides for Onshape-Arena Connection for admins and users
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Additional feature videos covering Isoparametric Curves, Sheet Metal Bends, Body Draft, Decals, Workspace Protection
These updates reflect our commitment to providing accessible, comprehensive CAD education for users at every skill level.
Future Developments
The Onshape Learning Center team is actively working on revamping existing courses and developing new content to support upcoming features, including CAM capabilities. These updates will ensure users have access to the most current and comprehensive training materials.