Altair Engineering Announces HyperWorks 11.0 Workshop Series

TROY, Mich., Aug. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair Engineering, Inc., a leading global provider of simulation technology and engineering services, has announced its HyperWorks 11.0 Americas Rollout Series, a series of one-day workshops aimed at educating customers and partners on the features and updates in HyperWorks 11.0, the latest version of Altair's computer-aided engineering (CAE) software suite.

Product highlights include the addition of two new software products to the HyperWorks suite: AcuSolve and solidThinking. HyperWorks 11.0 also offers expanded functionality in the industry leading pre- and post-processors HyperMesh and HyperView, as well as a greatly extended breadth of solver solutions in RADIOSS, allowing engineers to efficiently address today's complex design challenges.

During the workshops, attendees will receive an overview of HyperWorks 11.0 and learn tips and tricks geared towards increasing efficiency in the workplace.  Admission is free, includes lunch and refreshments and the opportunity to engage with Altair's technical experts for deeper insights into HyperWorks 11.0. The initial rollout workshop held on Aug. 18 in Kalamazoo, Mich., was received positively by local attendees and reservations are filling up for subsequent events to be held in Chicago, Winston-Salem, N.C., and Troy, Mich.

"As we extend the value of HyperWorks with every release, the HyperWorks 11.0 Rollout Series showcases the continued investment in our customers and partners by providing them with a more extensive overview of the newest additions to the HyperWorks suite," said Michael Humphrey, Vice President, Altair Americas Field Operations. "It is our goal through these events to educate and train our customers and partners on best practices in leveraging our software to its full capacity so that they can continuously improve upon and maximize their productivity."

Upcoming HyperWorks 11.0 Americas Rollout Series events include:

Western Michigan University College of Engineering -- COMPLETE
Kalamazoo, MI, August 18

Microsoft Technology Center
Chicago, September 7

Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC, September 14

Americas Academic Program Day
Troy, MI, September 15

Altair Headquarters
Troy, MI, September 29

Altair Headquarters
Troy, MI, October 12

Attendees of the Troy, Mich., and Chicago workshops will be able to participate in hands-on training labs that include a Q&A session with HyperWorks 11.0 experts. Academic Program Day attendees will benefit from keynote and demo sessions led by professors from the University of Michigan, Wayne State University, Clemson University, the Georgia Institute of Technology and Kettering University. Students will also have the opportunity to learn more about the upcoming release of the HyperWorks 11.0 Student Edition. Students can access additional tips, tricks and useful information about HyperWorks by visiting the HyperWorks Academic Blog.

Customers, partners and students interested in attending the HyperWorks 11.0 rollout workshops can register for free on the HyperWorks website.  

About HyperWorks

HyperWorks, A Platform for Innovation, is a comprehensive simulation solution for rapid design exploration and decision-making. HyperWorks provides a tightly integrated suite of best-in-class tools for all facets of the simulation process: modeling, analysis, optimization, visualization, reporting and collaborative knowledge management. Leveraging a revolutionary pay-per-usage licensing model, HyperWorks delivers maximum value and flexibility for customers worldwide. For more information, please visit: http://www.altairhyperworks.com.

About Altair

Altair Engineering, Inc. empowers client innovation and decision-making through technology that optimizes the analysis, management and visualization of business and engineering information. Privately held, with more than 1,500 employees, Altair has offices throughout North America, South America, Europe and Asia/Pacific. With a 26-year track record for high-end software and consulting services for engineering, computing and enterprise analytics, Altair consistently delivers a competitive advantage to customers in a broad range of industries. To learn more, please visit http://www.altair.com.

SOURCE Altair Engineering, Inc.