What is Inventor Pro
From autodesk.com:
Autodesk Inventor 3D CAD software provides mechanical design, documentation, and simulation tools.
- Powerful Model-Based Definition for embedding manufacturing information directly in the 3D model.
- A powerful blend of parametric, direct, freeform, and rules-based design.
- Integrated tools for machine design, sheet metal, frame design, tube and pipe, cable and harness, and more.
Supported Operating Systems

Available for Windows only
VPN requirement

Connection to campus VPN is not required to license.
Downloading Inventor Pro
Inventor Pro is available for free for faculty, staff, and students.
Due to issues with AutoDesk’s site, we have downloaded the installers, serial numbers and product keys and made them available on UA Box.
Use these links:
Windows installation instructions
- Download the installer above
- See instructions here for extracting the folder https://techwiki.eng.ua.edu/software/how-to-install-a-program/
- Enter the serial number and product key located above