Autodesk Certified User Certification Program Expands to Include Popular 3D CAD/CAM Software for Product Design

June 17, 2016 - Certiport ( www.certiport.com), a Pearson VUE business, the leading test delivery solution provider for the global workforce and academic markets, today announces the availability of the Autodesk Fusion 360 Certified User exam as part of the http://www.certiport.com/acu [Autodesk Certified User __title__ ] (ACU) certification program.

Autodesk Fusion 360 software is a cloud-based design tool for product development. It offers industrial and mechanical design, simulation, collaboration and CAM in one easy-to-use package. The Fusion 360 integrated toolset enables fast and easy exploration of design ideas to take a project from concept to production.

“We’re committed to helping students stand out in front of their peers by learning the tools used by today’s professionals,” said Randy Swearer, vice president, Autodesk Education Experiences. “Through the new Fusion 360 ACU exam we are helping designers and engineers showcase their design skills and demonstrate their expertise to potential employers.”

Individuals who become an ACU Fusion 360 Certified User can enhance their competitive edge in academics and the workplace. The ACU exams combine multiple-choice and performance-based questions to ensure students understand and can effectively use Autodesk software.

“The ACU program helps students validate strong Autodesk skills to prepare for design careers,” said Aaron Osmond, general manager, Certiport, a Pearson VUE business. “The launch of a new exam for Fusion 360 demonstrates our continued commitment to offer individuals the opportunity to certify on as many Autodesk programs as possible to boost their resume.” Institutions already offering ACU exams can easily add the Fusion 360 exam to their offerings. To learn more about ACU certification, visit www.certiport.com/acu.

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