| UNM mechanical engineering undergrads all will have hands-on FEA experience using ANSYS software SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., Feb 5, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- ANSYS, Inc.
(Nasdaq: ANSS), a global innovator of simulation software and technologies
designed to optimize product development processes, today announced that the
University of New Mexico(UNM) has instituted ANSYS software as part of the
required curriculum for undergraduate mechanical engineers. Previously an
elective course, the finite element analysis (FEA) class -- using ANSYS as its
commercial software -- is now a degree requirement, reflecting the growing
need of the FEA skill set for engineering graduates.
The ANSYS University Program is offered through southwest-based ANSYS
Channel Partner Phoenix Analysis Design Technologies (PADT). The program has
helped the university educate and familiarize mechanical engineering students
with FEA while promoting the use of ANSYS software in the industry as recent
grads enter the mechanical, aerospace and civil engineering workforces. The
curriculum provides students with a practical and theoretical understanding of
the FEA process and its fundamental role in the product development process.
The ANSYS University Program makes available training materials, lectures from
PADT's analysis staff and software technical support to the students.
"As part of our historical commitment to furthering engineering education,
we are always pleased to be associated with leading institutions," said Jim
Cashman, president and CEO of ANSYS, Inc. "Engineering simulation is essential
to the innovation of higher quality products and increasing the capabilities
of the next generation of engineering graduates."
The ANSYS University Program at UNM -- the first of its kind at a large
university -- proves ANSYS' commitment to education worldwide. UNM's Hy Tran,
assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, added the FEA
class to the required curriculum and shares the developed materials with PADT
and ANSYS, Inc. Such cooperation speeds the evolution of the "university
lecture/coursework package" that PADT and ANSYS, Inc. offer to other
universities.
"The ANSYS University Program and PADT help expose our mechanical
engineering students to some of the most advanced FEA capabilities available,"
said Tran. "With this curriculum, we feel we are providing UNM students with
an invaluable skill set -- a theoretical and working knowledge of FEA and
ANSYS software for the workplace."
For information on how to establish an ANSYS University Program at your
college or university, contact rod.scholl@padtinc.com .
About ANSYS, Inc.
ANSYS, Inc., founded in 1970, develops and globally markets engineering
simulation software and technologies widely used by engineers and designers
across a broad spectrum of industries. ANSYS focuses on the development of
open and flexible solutions that enable users to analyze designs directly on
the desktop, providing a common platform for fast, efficient and cost-
conscious product development, from design concept to final-stage testing and
validation. Headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania U.S.A. with
approximately 25 strategic sales locations throughout the world, ANSYS, Inc.
employs more than 600 people and distributes its products through a network of
channel partners in 40 countries. Visit www.ansys.com for more information.
About PADT
Phoenix Analysis & Design Technologies is one of the Southwest's most
respected mechanical engineering services firm. For almost 10 years the
company has provided design, analysis, rapid manufacturing, systems R&D and
productivity improvement services to industries including aerospace,
electronics, fuel cells, semiconductor equipment, turbomachinery, medical and
consumer products. The foundation of the company's success is its practical
application of leading edge CAE technologies from ANSYS, Inc. offering
significant advantages in product performance and project efficiency. As the
Channel Partner for these products in the desert Southwest, PADT also sells
and supports the tools it uses to a broad customer base in the region. For a
more detailed look at PADT's diverse offerings, visit www.padtinc.com .
ANSYS, DesignSpace, ANSYS DesignModeler, ANSYS DesignXplorer VT, ANSYS
DesignXplorer, ANSYS ProFEA, ANSYS Emax, ANSYS Workbench environment, Multi-
field, CFX, AI*Environment, CADOE S.A. and any and all ANSYS, Inc. product
names referenced on any media, manual or the like, are registered trademarks
or trademarks of subsidiaries of ANSYS, Inc. located in the United States or
other countries. All other product names mentioned are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
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