What CAD software are people using

[WannabrewUK]

We're in the process of doing a software audit and are having to finally move away from the free Desktop version of Sketchup. We were looking at replacing it with Sketchup for Schools, but our head of Technology says it doesn't do what is needed for GCSE.

 

What do other people use, does anybody use Sketchup for Schools? We can't really justify going to Sketchup pro at the moment.

 

Thanks

Edited June 12, 2023 by WannabrewUK

[Andrew_C]

Techsoft V3 in CDT.

 

I use that and Visio - only 'cos I've got it and it is quick.

[mavhc]

We're in the process of doing a software audit and are having to finally move away from the free Desktop version of Sketchup. We were looking at replacing it with Sketchup for Schools, but our hear of Technology says it doesn't do what is needed for GCSE.

 

What do other people use, does anybody use Sketchup for Schools? We can't really justify going to Sketchup pro at the moment.

 

Thanks

 

Did he say what it doesn't do that they need?

[WannabrewUK]

Did he say what it doesn't do that they need?

 

No, he's not given us any clue. Which is helpful.

[mavhc]

"Please list the requirements for GCSE and which parts the current software does not do so I can research an effective replacement. Awaiting your reply, your most humble servant, IT person"

[Steve21]

We run both

 

One CAD room with Pro, rest with for school

 

And they’re currently considering whether they need pro anymore

 

So I wouldn’t say there’s anything you can’t do in ForSchools unless it’s more that they want to do it in an odd way

 

Steve

[Julian]

Lower school - 2D Design by Techsoft -Simple 2D CAD which can drive a Lasercutter.

 

GCSE - Fushion 360 by Autodesk (free for schools), Full 3d CAD Package.