Welcome to Tooling U-SME Virtual Labs
Our virtual lab packages provide a structured way to set up and integrate Virtual Reality into your training program and support the blended learning approach of Learn, Practice. Perform. Tooling U-SME Virtual Labs allow learners to Practice newly acquired skills in a safe environment.
Below are the steps required to begin using Virtual Labs. If you are unsure on how to do any of the steps, scroll to the FAQ sections for instructions.
Requirements for Experiencing Tooling U-SME Virtual Labs
- Choose the virtual lab version to use: Full Virtual Reality Experience or Computer Version.
- Assign virtual labs to Students via Tooling U – SME Administration Center.
Virtual Reality Version Checklist
- Set up Meta Quest headset
- Download Tooling U – SME Meta Quest App
- Launch Virtual Labs
Virtual Reality Computer Version Checklist
- Log in to Student Center
- Launch Virtual Labs
View Results
Tooling U-SME Administrators may view Student Virtual Lab Progress via Tooling U-SME Reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Can I Experience Tooling U-SME Virtual Labs?
There are two ways to experience Tooling U – SME Virtual Labs: via a Meta Quest Headset or Desktop/Laptop computer.
Experiencing Tooling U-SME labs in a true 360-degree virtual reality environment requires the following:
- An active Tooling U-SME Student Subscription
- Meta Quest headset with the Tooling U-SME Meta Quest App installed
- An unobstructed area of space of at least 6.5 feet by 6.5 feet (2 meters by 2 meters)
Experiencing our labs via desktop/laptop requires the following:
- An active Tooling U-SME Student Subscription
- Virtual Labs assigned to Student via a Tooling U-SME Administrator
- A desktop/laptop computer with a web browser (almost any modern browser will work)
What If I Do Not Have a Meta Quest Headset?
If you’re not ready to make the investment in headsets, Students may access virtual labs from their computers. The computer-based version requires Students to utilize controls on their computers to navigate through the virtual lab environment.
I Just Purchased a Meta Quest. Now What?
If you are the new owner of a Meta Quest headset and need some help with getting started, from unboxing your new headset to familiarizing yourself with the device, Click Here to watch some helpful videos on the basic setup, use, and care of your Meta Quest headset.
How Do I Download the Tooling U-SME Virtual Lab App?
After setting up your new device, download the Tooling U-SME Meta Quest App.
Click Here to watch a video for guidance on downloading the app.
Click Here to watch a video for guidance on logging in to the app for the first time.
How do I Assign Virtual Labs to Students?
Tooling U-SME virtual labs are available for active Tooling U-SME Student subscriptions. Tooling U-SME Administrators assign virtual labs to Students via the Tooling U-SME Administration Center, and the process is similar to adding eLearning classes.
Note: Once an Administrator assigns a virtual lab to a Student’s account, the Student may access the virtual lab via the Tooling U-SME Meta Quest App or via the computer.
Click Here for a step-by-step guide to assigning virtual labs.
How do Students Access Virtual Labs Once They’re Assigned?
Once a virtual lab is in a Student’s account, they access the lab either from their computer via their Tooling U-SME Student account or their Meta Quest headset via the Tooling U-SME Virtual Lab App. The following resources offer further guidance:
Meta Quest Users
Click Here to watch a video for guidance on logging in to Tooling U-SME Meta Quest app for the first time.
Click Here to access Tooling U-SME’s library of Virtual Lab Help Videos.
Computer Users
Click Here for guidance on launching Virtual Labs for the first time on the computer.
Click Here for guidance on navigating Virtual Labs on a computer.
Where can Administrators View Reports of Student Virtual Lab Results?
Access Reports in the same place for both lab versions.
Click Here for Guidance on Accessing Reports