WatSat to use the same technology in its designs that companies worldwide depend on to design some of today’s most sophisticated products
MONTREAL, December 1st, 2015 – WatSat, a University of Waterloo student design team, today announced they received an in-kind software grant from Siemens Digital Industries Software and Maya Heat Transfer Technologies Ltd, with a commercial value of $13,570,000.
The in-kind grant gives students access to the same technology that companies around the world depend on every day to develop innovative products in a wide variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, machinery, shipbuilding, high-tech electronics and many more. Graduates with this type of software training are highly-recruited candidates for advanced technology jobs.
The in-kind grant was provided by Maya HTT and Siemens Digital Industries Software’s academic program that delivers PLM software for schools at every academic level.
“WatSat would like to thank Siemens Digital Industries Software and Maya Heat Transfer Technologies Ltd for this generous grant of advanced engineering software that enables our students to better prepare for successful advanced technology careers.” – Justin Robinson, WatSat Team Lead
“Siemens Digital Industries Software is dedicated to helping develop the next generation of highly trained and highly qualified engineers and technologists. Our academic partnership with WatSat encourages students to pursue careers that will revitalize manufacturing in Canada and around the world.” – Dora Smith, global director, Academic Partner Program, Siemens Digital Industries Software Software
Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services. Maya HTT is a leading developer of simulation CAE and DCIM software. The in-kind grant for WatSat includes Siemens Digital Industries Software’s NXTM software, a leading integrated solution for computer-aided design, manufacturing and engineering (CAD/CAM/CAE), and Maya HTT’s Simulation Software.
About MAYA: MAYA helps engineering organizations and software developers with solutions to their most challenging problems. MAYA’s broad expertise in software development and engineering enables customization of off-the-shelf software and optimization of product design. As a core Siemens PLM Software partner and reseller, MAYA brings an intimate knowledge of products and technologies that enable delivery of a total solution, customized to meet customer needs. www.mayahtt.com
Note: NX is a trademark of Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and in other countries.
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