Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
This software is used for simulating and analyzing how materials and structures behave under different conditions. Engineers use it to test designs for bridges, cars, and aircraft before they are built to ensure safety and durability.
Students, faculty, and staff will be directed to different links for installation. Please ensure you follow the appropriate link based on your role.
Students: Can request an Adobe Creative Cloud or Express license for coursework at no cost.
Departments and Student Employees: Those not enrolled in a course who need access must have a sponsoring department submit a request through the faculty and staff webpage and provide a SpeedType for the $65 annual fee.
Adobe software and tools for graphic design, video editing, web development, image editing, and more are available to faculty and staff through our Adobe license agreement. This includes a suite of apps for photo editing, video creation, graphic design, and digital content development (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and others).
To access this software, you must be enrolled in a class and have been accepted by a professor. This software is also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
This tool is designed for creating and testing wireless communication systems, including antennas and radio circuits. It is used by engineers to develop technologies such as cell phones, Wi-Fi, and satellite communication systems.
Free student edition can be obtained but must have a university assigned email address for request to be approved.Software is also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
This software used to analyze and optimize antennas and wireless signal coverage. Helps companies design better wireless networks for cities, stadiums, and buildings.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
A toolkit for coding in Python and R, mainly used for data science and machine learning. It makes it easier to install and manage coding tools without dealing with complicated setups.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
A powerful software for testing how things like buildings, machines, and products will perform under real-world conditions. Engineers use it to predict if a design will break, overheat, or function properly before building it.
Required UCDenver email or UNIVERSITY credentials to access install instructions. Software is also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
A mapping tool used to analyze locations and create detailed maps, helpful for environmental and urban planning. It helps people visualize data on maps, like tracking pollution or planning roads in a city.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
A beginner-friendly software to program small electronic devices, like robots and sensors. It’s great for hobbyists, students, and engineers who want to build smart gadgets and automation projects.
Please be sure to create an account using your UCDenver email. Free download and available in the CEDC labs to use on campus and remotely.
A leading suite of design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, Fusion 360, Civil 3D, Navisworks Manage, and Recap, is used in engineering, architecture, and product design. These tools enable professionals to model and simulate everything from buildings to cars before construction or manufacturing. Featuring 2D and 3D CAD capabilities, design automation, and industry-specific toolsets, Autodesk products foster innovation across multiple industries with web and mobile accessibility.
Required UCDenver email, and or UNIVERSITY credentials to access install instructions. Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
This software is used for designing and analyzing bridges. Engineers use it to test if bridges can handle weight, wind, and traffic before construction begins.
For personal installation, Bluebeam requires you to request a free student license through their website. Eligibility is limited to students enrolled in architecture, engineering, or construction courses. You must be approved for a free license before proceeding with the installation. Software is also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
Bluebeam Revu is a tool for marking up, editing, and organizing PDFs, often used in construction projects. It makes it easy for teams to share plans, take notes, and keep track of design changes.
Free download (lite version), and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
Used to design electronic circuits and printed circuit boards (PCBs).
Code Composer Studiois is available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
It a free application from Texas Instruments, available for download online used for programming small computer chips, mainly for hardware projects. It’s used in devices like robots, medical instruments, and automotive electronics.
Multiple free software downloads and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
CUHP is a tool used by engineers to study how rainwater flows through cities. It helps city planners design drainage systems to prevent flooding.
Concise Beam does not offer a student license.
Concise Beam is used to design strong and stable concrete beams for buildings. Civil engineers use it to ensure buildings and bridges don’t collapse under heavy loads.
CSIBridge does not offer a student license.
CSIBridge is a tool for designing bridges and testing how well they handle weight and pressure.
EES does not offer a student version.
EES helps solve complicated math equations, especially in engineering. It’s useful for quickly checking formulas in physics, thermodynamics, and mechanical systems.
Free download online. Also available in the CEDC Labs for use both remotely and on campus.
EndNote tool for organizing research papers and references, making citations easy. It’s especially helpful for students and researchers writing reports or theses.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
A program for designing water pipes and analyzing how water moves through them. Cities use it to test how water pressure changes and to plan water supply systems.
A mapping and remote sensing tool used to analyze satellite images and aerial photos. Scientists and urban planners use it to study land use, deforestation, and natural disasters.
FME offers a free student license after submitting an application. Software also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
FME Desktop is used for handling geospatial data, enabling users to convert, integrate, and automate data workflows across various formats and systems.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
Greenfoot is a beginner-friendly programming tool for learning Java by making simple video games and simulations.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus sand remotely.
tool used to model how rainwater flows through rivers and drainage systems. Helps engineers predict floods and plan water management projects.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus sand remotely.
HEC-RAS is a tool for modeling how water moves through rivers and floodplains. Used to design levees, dams, and bridges while preventing flooding.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
Hy-8 is a tool for designing culverts, which are tunnels that carry water under roads. Engineers use it to prevent road flooding and erosion.
Numerous software applications available to students and educators for free to download. Softwares also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
These software applications such as CLion, Pycharm, InteliJ and Rubymine are tools to help programmers write and debug code efficiently.
Keysight does not offer a student license.
Keysight is used for controlling and analyzing lab test equipment like oscilloscopes and signal analyzers. Engineers use it for electronics testing and troubleshooting.
National Instruments LabVIEW is a free download and is available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
LabVIEW is a visual programming tool used to control hardware and analyze data. It’s commonly used in engineering and science experiments to automate measurements and testing.
Free download and available in the CEDC Lab to use on campus and remotely.
Logism is a tool for designing and testing digital circuits. Used in schools to teach how computers and logic gates work.
MathCAD offers a student license online and is also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus sand remotely.
MathCAD is used for solving and documenting math problems. Used by engineers to create and share calculations with clear explanations.
Mathematica offers a discounted student license via cloud icon. This software is also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
Mathmatica is used for solving math equations and creating visual models. It’s useful for students and researchers who work with complex calculations and simulations.
CU Denver has purchased a license that allows all faculty, staff and students to obtain MATLAB and all its toolboxes at no cost. This software is also available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
MATLAB is a powerful tool for math, data analysis, and engineering simulations. It’s commonly used in science and engineering to process numbers, create graphs, and model real-world systems.
Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, and Microsoft Visual Studio is available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely. Students may also download various Microsoft Products online.
This is a platform that gives students free access to Microsoft development tools like Windows, Visual Studio, and SQL Server. It helps with coding, cloud computing, and database projects.
Microsoft Office: CU Denver provides all students, faculty and staff access to Office 365 free of charge.
Microsoft 365 includes Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, OneDrive, Outlook, and more, helping students collaborate, store files, and work on projects anywhere.
Free download can be obtained but required UCDenver email, and or UNIVERSITY credentials to access install instructions.
Minitab is a software for analyzing data and creating graphs. Often used in research, business, and engineering to find trends and make decisions.
Available in the CEDC-Labs to use on campus and remotely.
ModelSim is a tool for simulating and testing how digital circuits will work before building them. Used in designing microchips and processors.
Netsim does not offer a student license.
Netsim is a network simulation tool for studying how internet traffic and communication networks work. Used in cybersecurity and IT planning.
Software is available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
nTop is a 3D design tool used for creating complex engineering structures, like lightweight airplane parts and medical implants.
Primavera does not offer a student license, but Primavera is available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
A project management tool for scheduling and tracking construction and engineering projects. It helps companies stay on time and budget.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
Prusaslicer is a tool for preparing 3D models to be printed on a 3D printer. Converts designs into instructions that the printer can follow.
Available in the CEDC Labs and ELEC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
PSCAD is a tool for simulating electrical power systems. Helps engineers design power grids and renewable energy projects.
Free download and available in the CEDC labs to use on campus and remotely.
Python is a popular programming language used for web development, data science, and automation. It’s one of the easiest languages to learn for beginners.
Free download and available in the CEDC labs to use on campus and remotely.
Quartus Prime is a software tool used for designing programmable logic devices sch as computer chips (FPGAs). Used in telecommunications, defense, and AI applications.
Free download and installed in the Lawrence Computer Science labs.
R is a programming language used for statistics, data analysis, and machine learning. Popular in research and business analytics.
Available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
RISA only offers a limited student license for RISA 2D – they do not offer student licenses for other applications.
RISA is structural engineering tool for designing and testing buildings, bridges, and other structures. Ensures they can handle weight and environmental forces.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs and Lawrence Computer Science Labs to use on camps and remotely.
RStudio is a coding tool for writing and analyzing data in R. Used in research, finance, and social sciences.
SAP2000 does not offer a student license.
SAP200 is a tool for analyzing and designing structures like bridges and buildings. Engineers use it to test how materials and shapes affect stability.
ScanIP does not offer a student license.
ScanIP is a tool for turning medical scans (like MRIs) into 3D models. Used in healthcare to design implants and surgical guides.
Free download and available in the CEDC labs to use on campus and remotely.
Scopy is a tool for visualizing and analyzing signals from lab equipment like oscilloscopes. Used in electrical engineering labs.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
Solidworks is a 3D design software used to create mechanical parts and products. Engineers and manufacturers use it to develop everything from tools to cars.
Star-CCM does not offer a student license.
Star-CCM is a tool for simulating how air, water, and heat move around objects. Used in designing airplanes, cars, and cooling systems.
Free download and available in the CEDC labs to use on campus and remotely.
SWMM is a tool for simulating how rainwater moves through urban drainage systems. Helps prevent flooding and improve stormwater management.
Free download and available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
TDM-GCC is a free compiler for writing and running C and C++ programs. Helps programmers build software on Windows.
Tekla Tedds in available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely. There is also a free student version for download via the cloud icon.
Tekla Tedds is a powerful software application developed by Trimble, designed to automate and streamline structural and civil engineering calculations. By replacing time-consuming manual computations and complex spreadsheets, Tekla Tedds enhances accuracy, efficiency, and productivity in engineering workflows.
Trafficware Synchro Studio does not offer educational support and is only available on marked computers in the labs listed. Students can now access Synchro via VMWare Horizon by choosing CEDC-Synchro-Labs when logging in.
Synchro is a tool for analyzing and optimizing traffic signals and intersections. Used by city planners to improve traffic flow.
Trimble Connect is available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely. You can also download it online via the cloud icon.
Trimble eCognition does not offer a student license.
eCognition is software for processing and classifying satellite, aerial and drone imagery enabling users to interpret, accelerate and automate the geospatial data.
Trimble Positions does not offer a student license.
Trimble Positions is an add-in to ARCGIS. It is a tool that that improves GIS workflow by integrating high accuracy GNSS positioning with mapping applications.
Trimble Realworks does not offer a student license.
Trimble Realworks is a 3D Point Cloud Processing software for visualizing an analyzing laser scan data, used for accurate structural analysis, optimizing material use and design efficiency.
Trimble Sketchup is available in the CEDC Labs to use on campus or remotely.
Sketchup is a 3D Modeling tool for creating 3D models, such as buildings, furniture, and landscapes, ideal for a quick concept visualization.
Tekla Structural Designer is available in the CEDC Labs on campus and remotely.
Tekla is a BIM Software for designing detailed structural models of steel, concrete, and timber building referring to the idea concept to construction.
Trimble TerraFlex does not have a student version at this time.
Trimble TerraFlex is a cloud-based software solution designed for efficient and accurate field data collection across various devices. It enables users to capture, manage, and share geospatial information seamlessly, integrating high-precision GNSS positioning with intuitive data capture workflows.
Trimble Terrasync does not offer a student license.
Trimble TerraSync is a software application designed for efficient field Geographic Information System (GIS) data collection and maintenance. It allows users to capture, update, and manage spatial data directly in the field using compatible GPS/GNSS devices.
VMWare Omnissa Horizon Client is available to everyone.
VMWare Omnissa Horizon Client is a tool for accessing virtual desktops and remote applications. Used by companies to let employees work from anywhere.
Free download and available in the Lawrence Computer Science Labs to use on campus and remotely.
WinSCP is a tool for securely transferring files between computers and servers. Used in IT and web development.
Installation instructions can be found via the link (cloud icon). Also can be found in the CEDC Labs to use on campus and remotely.
Wolfram Mathmatica is software for solving math problems, making graphs, and simulating real-world systems. Used in science and engineering.