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WORLDSKILLS UK
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Symetri: Supporting the Future of British Manufacturing
Symetri is committed to helping you and your business succeed. We’re proud to introduce our latest offering to support UK companies in developing a skilled and sustainable talent pipeline. By providing flexible licensing models, tailored learning resources, and recognised certifications, Symetri is positioned as a key partner in preparing your workforce for the future of British manufacturing.
Symetri x WorldSkills UK
Symetri is proud to support the WorldSkills UK Mechanical Engineering CAD Competition. WorldSkills UK is an independent charity that works closely with employers, education providers, and government bodies. As a member of WorldSkills a global movement of over 83 countries WorldSkills UK focuses on raising standards in technical education through competition-based training, assessment, and benchmarking.
About the Mechanical Engineering CAD Competition
This national competition focuses on the core requirements needed for a successful career in mechanical engineering, with a specific focus on Computer-Aided Design (CAD). CAD is essential in both engineering and manufacturing, providing detailed 2D and 3D models, assemblies, and animations that convey critical information such as dimensions, material types, and tolerances.
Competitors are tested on their ability to produce technical drawings, models, and animations while demonstrating a solid understanding of ISO drawing standards and their application in different contexts. This competition helps develop the technical, employability, and personal skills aligned with global standards.
Employers who engage with WorldSkills UK Competitions benefit from improved business performance and the development of better-skilled apprentices and future employees. The competition offers national and international exposure, raises the profile of participating companies, and creates new links with schools, colleges, and community organisations. It also presents valuable staff development opportunities, including the chance to become a competition judge.
WorldSkills UK Competitions empower young people at every stage of their journey. Through participation, students build technical knowledge, increase confidence, and develop both personal and employability skills. They are supported in achieving their qualifications, identifying their strengths, and building networks with peers and industry professionals, all of which contribute to long-term career development.
The competition also supports educators by providing opportunities for professional development and creativity in teaching and training. It offers a platform to benchmark with peers, access additional equipment and resources, and raise the profile of apprenticeships and vocational learning. Participation helps shift learners from competence to excellence and provides valuable evidence for educational inspections.
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Learning and Training Resources:
Free Symetri WorldSkills Tutorial (coming up)
Fusion 360 Training courses Classroom / Online Training (to be paid for)
Customer Specific Training (to be paid for)
Success Story
Read how Ryan competed at WorldSkills London 2011, reaching world-class standards in Mechanical Engineering: CAD and winning a Bronze Medal. Discover how our international training programme helped him to become confident in his abilities and how the experience has shaped his career.
Learn more about the competition and how to enter.
By supporting the WorldSkills UK Mechanical Engineering CAD Competition, Symetri is proud to play a part in developing the next generation of skilled professionals in British manufacturing. Our shared commitment to raising industry standards, improving access to learning, and fostering talent ensures that together, we are not only meeting the needs of today but actively shaping the future of engineering and design in the UK.