Below is a list of all of our active Virtual Labs and their descriptions
| Lab ID | Lab Title | Descriptions |
| VR0003 | 5S and Hand Tool Identification | Many companies implement quality initiatives to improve operations and eliminate waste. 5S is a quality method that promotes organization, efficiency, and teamwork through several sequential steps. This virtual lab reviews 5S and how to implement it in a production environment. During this virtual lab, learners must implement the 5 steps of 5S which are Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain, as well as demonstrate a working knowledge of hand tools. After completing this virtual lab, learners will understand the value of each 5S step and be better equipped to execute and evaluate 5S. |
| VR0023 | Additive Manufacturing: Fused Deposition Modeling Post Processing | Fused deposition modeling (FDM), a type of material extrusion, is also known as fused filament fabrication (FFF) and is one technique in a larger group of building methods referred to as additive manufacturing (AM). FDM is a material extrusion process that builds parts through extruding successive layers of material. FDM is one of the most accessible and affordable types of AM. FDM has a wide range of manufacturing applications, including widespread usage in the medical field and the automotive industry. In this VR lab, learners will be guided through the setup of a FDM project and initiate the printing of a part using ABS build material on an additive manufacturing system. |
| VR0022 | Additive Manufacturing: Fused Deposition Modeling Setup | Fused deposition modeling (FDM), a type of material extrusion, is also known as fused filament fabrication (FFF) and is one technique in a larger group of building methods referred to as additive manufacturing (AM). FDM is a material extrusion process that builds parts through extruding successive layers of material. FDM is one of the most accessible and affordable types of AM. FDM has a wide range of manufacturing applications, including widespread usage in the medical field and the automotive industry. In this VR lab, learners will be guided through the setup of a FDM project and initiate the printing of a part using ABS build material on an additive manufacturing system. |
| VR0021 | Additive Manufacturing: Vat Photopolymerization Post-Processing | Post-Processing is a procedure in which a part is cleaned, improved, or otherwise finished for use by a manufacturer or consumer. Post-processing for additively manufactured parts includes abrasive finishing, heat treatment, and painting. In this VR lab, learners will continue a DLP project by performing a series of post processing and secondary procedures commonly completed as part of the VAT photopolymerization method. |
| VR0020 | Additive Manufacturing: Vat Photopolymerization Setup | Vat photopolymerization, such as stereolithography (SLA) or digital light processing (DLP) processes, is one technique in a larger group of building methods referred to as additive manufacturing (AM). Vat photopolymerization machines use concentrated ultraviolet (UV) light to cure, or harden, liquid photoreactive resins, or photopolymers, layer-by-layer to form a solid part. In this VR lab, learners will setup a DLP project and print a part using a thermoset plastic photopolymer resin. |
| VR0014 | Assembly with Mechanical Fasteners | Assembly is the process of joining components together into a larger or completed part. Mechanical fastening, a type of assembly, is the joining of two or more parts that often require disassembly and reassembly. Understanding the different fastener types, the tools used to install fasteners, and fastener specifications are all vital skills for manufacturing professionals in fields such as assembly, engineering, and maintenance. This lab assesses the learner’s ability to identify threaded fastener types and use the appropriate tools for threaded fasteners by disassembling a machine component, inspecting all its fasteners, and then reassembling the machine component using the proper tools and torque specifications. |
| VR0013 | Establishing Datums | Inspecting parts is not limited to quality assurance and inspection personnel. Part inspection plays a critical role in creating quality parts, and manufactured parts require inspection at nearly every step of the manufacturing process. Therefore, developing inspection skills is critical to building a strong foundation in any manufacturing job role. Inspecting parts requires the ability to identify part dimensions and tolerance, read part prints, and take measurements using precision measuring tools. This lab requires learners to interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T) symbols and perform an inspection of a part using a coordinate measuring machine (CMM). |
| VR0001 | Fire Safety | Fire hazards can occur in any work environment. Every employee must take the proper precautions to prevent and address fire hazards, as well as know what to do in the event of a fire. This virtual lab reviews the importance of fire prevention and safety. During this experience, learners must identify crucial fire safety information found in a Fire Prevention Plan (FPP) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Next, learners must identify and take steps to eliminate any fire hazards in a work cell. Finally, learners must effectively use the correct fire extinguisher to put out a small fire in the work cell. |
| VR0015 | Gas Metal Arc Welding | Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) is one of the most common arc welding processes. GMAW is easy to learn and versatile. This virtual lab allows a learner to demonstrate their ability to weld three different types of joints using GMAW. |
| VR0018 | Hand Tool Safety | In this virtual lab you will be asked to accomplish three tasks using basic hand tools, including screwdrivers, wrenches, and saws. Each task is focused on the safe and effective use of the tools. After completing this virtual lab, you will better understand the skills necessary to use hand tools safely and effectively. |
| VR0012 | Inspecting Inside Diameter | Inspecting parts is not limited to quality assurance and inspection personnel. Part inspection plays a critical role in creating quality parts, and manufactured parts require inspection at nearly every step of the manufacturing process. Therefore, developing inspection skills is critical to building a strong foundation in any manufacturing job role. Inspecting parts requires the ability to identify part dimensions and tolerance, read part prints, and take measurements using precision measuring tools. This virtual lab requires learners to inspect the inside diameter of a bore for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, utilizing the appropriate inspection tool, and determining if the part can move to the next step in the manufacturing process. |
| VR0005 | Inspecting Outer Diameters I | Inspecting parts is not limited to quality assurance and inspection personnel. Part inspection plays a critical role in creating quality parts, and manufactured parts require inspection at nearly every step of the manufacturing process. Therefore, developing inspection skills is critical to building a strong foundation in any manufacturing job role. Inspecting parts requires the ability to identify part dimensions and tolerance, read part prints, and take measurements using precision measuring tools. This virtual lab requires learners to verify outer diameter measurements for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, utilizing the appropriate measurement tool, and determining if the part can move to the next step in the manufacturing process. |
| VR0006 | Inspecting Outer Diameters II | Inspecting parts is not limited to quality assurance and inspection personnel. Part inspection plays a critical role in creating quality parts, and manufactured parts require inspection at nearly every step of the manufacturing process. Therefore, developing inspection skills is critical to building a strong foundation in any manufacturing job role. Inspecting parts requires the ability to identify part dimensions and tolerance, read part prints, and take measurements using precision measuring tools. This virtual lab has the learner continue to verify outer diameter measurements for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, utilizing the appropriate measurement tool, and determining if the part can move to the next step in the manufacturing process. |
| VR0016 | Inspecting Depth | Inspecting parts is not limited to quality assurance and inspection personnel. Part inspection plays a critical role in creating quality parts, and manufactured parts require inspection at nearly every step of the manufacturing process. Therefore, developing inspection skills is critical to building a strong foundation in any manufacturing job role. Inspecting parts requires the ability to identify part dimensions and tolerance, read part prints, and take measurements using precision measuring tools. This virtual lab requires learners to verify the counterbore hole depth measurement for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, utilizing the appropriate measurement tool, and determining if the part can move to the next step in the manufacturing process. |
| VR0010 | Inspecting Groove Width | Inspecting parts is not limited to quality assurance and inspection personnel. Part inspection plays a critical role in creating quality parts, and manufactured parts require inspection at nearly every step of the manufacturing process. Therefore, developing inspection skills is critical to building a strong foundation in any manufacturing job role. Inspecting parts requires the ability to identify part dimensions and tolerance, read part prints, and take measurements using precision measuring tools. This virtual lab requires learners to verify the width of a OD groove for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, utilizing the appropriate measurement tool, and determining if the part can move to the next step in the manufacturing process. |
| VR0011 | Inspecting Thread Sizes | Inspecting parts is not limited to quality assurance and inspection personnel. Part inspection plays a critical role in creating quality parts, and manufactured parts require inspection at nearly every step of the manufacturing process. Therefore, developing inspection skills is critical to building a strong foundation in any manufacturing job role. Inspecting parts requires the ability to identify part dimensions and tolerance, read part prints, and take measurements using precision measuring tools. This virtual lab requires learners to inspect the outside diameter threads of ten in-process parts by reading the part print, utilizing the appropriate inspection tool, and determining if the part can move to the next step in the manufacturing process. |
| VR0009 | Lockout Tagout Procedures | Lockout Tagout (LOTO) is a method of protecting employees by preventing accidental machine startup through proper locking and labeling of machines during maintenance. When production machines or equipment require repairs, the control of hazardous energy is a safety priority for both machine operators and those who perform the maintenance. This virtual lab guides the user through the necessary steps to perform LOTO on a CNC lathe. While LOTO may vary from facility to facility, or machine to machine, the basic steps performed in this lab allow the user to gain confidence when shutting down a machine, isolating energy sources, conducting a visual walkaround of the machine, and performing standard post-LOTO tasks such as removing locks and re-energizing the system. |
| VR0007 | Power Tool Safety | Power tool usage in manufacturing environments is wide ranging and can include many hazards. This virtual lab reviews four different job tasks, calling the user’s attention to important safety aspects of working with different types of power tools. In this scenario, VR users are asked to perform a procedure in each goal, first collecting the quick reference card relevant to the procedure that contains steps and safety concerns for each power tool. Users will be required to make choices based on the information presented on the quick reference card, which displays information important to safety and quality. After completing this virtual lab, learners will better understand the cautions necessary for working with power tools. |
| VR0004 | Rigging Equipment Safety and Inspection | The lifting and rigging of materials and equipment is commonly performed on the manufacturing floor. Every employee who is qualified to rig a load for lifting and moving should always follow specific safety standards regarding the selection, inspection, and installation of rigging equipment. This VR Lab reviews the importance of determining the weight of a load, as well as selecting, inspecting, and installing the right equipment in preparation for a safe lift. In this Lab, users will calculate the weight of a load, select the appropriate rigging equipment for that load, inspect each piece of rigging equipment, and then rig the load for a lift. |
| VR0002 | Safety Awareness in Manufacturing | manufacturing environment. It also focuses on the importance of constant safety hazard awareness in all areas of a manufacturing facility. In this virtual lab, users must first select the proper PPE for a specific manufacturing facility. Then, once a user enters the facility, they must identify hazards on walking and working surfaces and in a work cell. |
| VR0008 | Safety for Lifting and Moving Devices | Rigging, lifting, and movement of materials and equipment is commonly performed on the manufacturing floor. Every worker who is qualified to operate an overhead should always follow specific safety standards regarding the inspection, lifting, transfer, and lowering of loads. In this Lab, users will perform a visual inspection of a rigged load, lift the load, transfer the load, and then lower it to a designated area. |
| VR0019 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding | Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) is an arc welding process that uses a consumable electrode. The electrode is covered in flux, which provides the shielding gas to protect the weld. SMAW is also referred to as stick welding or manual welding because it uses a stick-like consumable electrode to conduct the arc that the welder must start manually. Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) is a common welding process because it is simple, versatile, inexpensive, mobile, and suitable for most applications. This virtual lab allows a learner to demonstrate their ability to weld three different types of joints using SMAW. |
| VR0017 | Testing an AC Induction Motor with Multimeter | Digital multimeters are critical troubleshooting electronic devices. Digital multimeters determine if electricity is flowing properly and safely through devices and circuits. Multimeters are versatile devices that combines the functions of many meters (an ohmmeter, ammeter, and voltmeter) into one device. Because the readout is digital, a multimeter offers precise readings. Digital meters are easy to use and read, and they diminish the risk of error in interpreting the measurement display. In this lab students will demonstrate their ability to perform basic electrical tests on an AC induction motor, one of the most commonly utilized motors in manufacturing. |
| VR0024 | Voltage Checks for a Variable Frequency Drive Panel | Following the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA)'s electrically safe work conditions before beginning any type of electrical work can help keep workers safe. This lab takes the user through establishing electrically safe work conditions when performing a repair on a conveyer controlled by a 480-volt variable frequency drive (VFD) panel. Taking all steps to establish an electrically safe work condition that allows a technician to verify that no power is going to any source during repairs. In this lab you will practice identifying power sources, de-energizing the system, verifying all devices are open, performing lockout/tagout, and confirming no voltage is present, all steps to take before working with a variable frequency drive panel. |