OUR PARTNERS
Autodesk
Empowering everyone, everywhere to design and make anything.
Autodesk is the world’s leading provider of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software, and the official CAD partner of STEM Racing.
At the heart of the competition, Autodesk provides every student and teacher with free access to Fusion software, enabling teams to design their cars with industry-standard tools, at no cost.
Together, Autodesk and STEM Racing are equipping the next generation to design a better future.
What is Autodesk Fusion?
Autodesk Fusion combines CAD, CAM, CAE, and PCB into a single, integrated cloud platform, bringing the full design-to-manufacture process together.
With Fusion, you can:
Design a STEM Racing car from scratch
Explore multiple iterations with intuitive 3D modelling
Create detailed technical drawings
Develop lifelike car renders
Produce CNC machined parts with integrated CAD/CAM
Autodesk provides Fusion at no cost for education. Access depends on whether you’re a teacher or student:
Access for Students
Confirm eligibility with your school email on the Education Products Page.
Complete your profile and account setup (additional documentation may be required).
Download and install Fusion from your Autodesk Account – All Products and Services page.
Sign in and begin designing.
Access for Teachers
Check your school’s eligibility. If not listed, submit a quick application to become verified.
Once verified, select Fusion under the Class/Lab tab of the Get Products page. Each school can access 125 single-user subscriptions.
Use the User Management section of your Autodesk account to assign access to students.
Helpful Resources
Autodesk offers a range of tutorials to help you take your car from concept to competition:
Free CPD Courses for Teachers
In partnership with Autodesk, STEM Racing offers a rolling calendar of Fusion Fundamentals CPD courses, exclusively for educators. These ensure you have the skills, resources, and certification to confidently teach CAD/CAM in the classroom.
What’s Included:
Instructor-led sessions tailored for STEM Racing
Ready-to-use classroom resources
Certification from Autodesk
Session recordings for flexible learning
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