Autodesk Inventor Users

Created by Constantin STANCESCU on 25 April, 2018

What's your suggestion for attempting and passing Autodesk inventor Associate exam?

I am planning to take AWSA asscociate exam from Autodesk next month, i'm not sure if i'm ready after practicing a few dozen models, assembly. Has anyone taken it ? how was it? any study materials you have?
Thanks in advance

1 Answer

### 1. Understand the Exam Objectives
- Review the official exam guide from Autodesk to understand the topics covered, such as:
- User interface and navigation
- Sketching and part modeling
- Assembly modeling
- Drawing creation and annotation
- Model-based design and documentation

### 2. Get Hands-On Practice
- Install Autodesk Inventor: Ensure you have access to the software and practice regularly.
- Work on Projects: Create parts, assemblies, and drawings to build confidence.
- Use Sample Files: Practice with sample files provided by Autodesk or online tutorials.

### 3. Take Online Courses or Tutorials
- Enroll in Autodesk Inventor courses on platforms like LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, or Coursera.
- Follow YouTube tutorials for step-by-step guidance.

### 4. Use Official Study Materials
- Refer to Autodesk’s official training and certification resources.
- Use the Autodesk Inventor Certified User Study Guide if available.

### 5. Practice with Sample Exams
- Take practice tests to familiarize yourself with the exam format and identify weak areas.
- Use platforms like Certiport or other online resources for sample questions.

### 6. Focus on Key Skills
- Sketching: Master constraints, dimensions, and parametric modeling.
- Part Modeling: Practice creating 3D parts using extrusions, revolves, and sweeps.
- Assemblies: Learn to create and manage assemblies, including constraints and motion.
- Drawings: Practice creating detailed drawings with annotations, dimensions, and bills of materials.

### 7. Learn Keyboard Shortcuts
- Familiarize yourself with Inventor’s keyboard shortcuts to save time during the exam.

### 8. Join Online Communities
- Participate in Autodesk forums or Reddit communities to ask questions and learn from others.

### 9. Time Management
- Practice completing tasks within a set time to simulate exam conditions.

### 10. Review and Revise
- Revisit challenging topics and practice until you’re confident.
- Ensure you understand the logic behind tools and workflows, not just memorization.

### 11. Exam Day Tips
- Read questions carefully and manage your time effectively.
- Use the “Review” feature to check your answers before submitting.