Training Sessions
Throughout the academic year we offer more than 200 introductory and advanced Scientific and Engineering Software Applications (SESA) training sessions for the entire WPI community in programs and topics including MATLAB, Python, Ansys, COMSOL, Abaqus,...
Account Requests
ARC supports the use of both Windows Terminal Servers and HPC clusters. If you are unsure of what resources you need access to, feel free to schedule a short consultation with ARC staff. When using...
Rapid Prototyping
Rapid Prototyping (RP) technologies (including those colloquially referred to as 3D printing) include methods of producing models directly from a computer-aided design (CAD) program. These technologies use a computer-driven, additive process to print solid three-dimensional...
Consultations
Consultations with ARC staff are available free of charge to all faculty, staff, and students. Topics range from theory to coding, and from visualization to rapid prototyping. Please consider acknowledging ARC staff members for their...

WPI Academic & Research Computing provides the hardware, software, rapid prototype, training, and expertise that power research and academics across campus.

Computing

HPC clusters, Linux & Windows servers, and high-capacity research storage.

Software

200+ scientific & engineering applications, both commercial and open source.

Design Studio

A CAD, simulation, and visualization studio in the Keck Design Center.

Rapid Prototyping

3D-print parts from your CAD models on five machines in Higgins 232.

Training

200+ SESA training sessions each year for students and faculty.

Consultations

One-on-one guidance from ARC specialists for your research project.

Last Updated on June 17, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get access to ARC computing resources?

Go to the accounts page of the ARC website and fill out the corresponding account request form for Turing or Windows Terminal Server access. Make sure to include details on the software that you will be using.

Who do I contact if I am having trouble with ARC resources?

Email the ARC staff at archelp@wpi.edu.