MicroStation

MicroStation is a CAD software platform for two- and three-dimensional design and drafting, developed and sold by Bentley Systems and used in the architectural and engineering industries. It generates 2D/3D vector graphics objects and elements and includes building information modeling (BIM) features.

How to Get or Use This Software

Limited Audience

Academic departments can obtain this software at no cost. Contact Facilities & Operations ([email protected], [email protected]).

Platforms:
  • Windows
Cost: No Cost
Available to:
  • Faculty
  • Regular Staff
  • Students
Campuses:
  • Ann Arbor
Permitted Use:
  • Noncommercial Research
  • Instruction
  • Administration

Software Store

Departments: purchase this software at the ITS Software Store using a Shortcode.

Administrative departments can purchase a license on a prorated basis.

Platforms:
  • Windows
Cost: $375 - $1500
Available to:
  • Faculty
  • Regular Staff
  • Students
Campuses:
  • Ann Arbor
Permitted Use:
  • Noncommercial Research
  • Instruction
  • Administration

License Information

Terms & Conditions

Faculty, Students, and staff may install Bentley software on personally-owned computers through STUDENTserver.

Full Terms & Conditions

License Expiration Date

Consortium/Funding Info

This license is funded by Facilities & Operations. Academic units at U-M can use the software at no cost; Administrative units can use the license for a fee. Contact [email protected] for information.

Your Responsibilities

It is your responsibility to protect university resources and data by ensuring that you use software in compliance with relevant university policies and standards, store and process all sensitive data within approved systems, and ensure equitable access to information technology for users with disabilities.

Individuals at U-M are ultimately responsible for any infringing software on their computers or devices or for violating the terms and conditions of software licenses. Individuals are responsible for reviewing the SPG on Software Procurement and Licensing Compliance.