Please see the table below to review the available VR labs by topic and difficulty level. Each lab includes a description, difficulty level, and recommended accompanying eLearning courses. For the Full VR Lab class description, please reference the attached Excel Workbook on this page.
For the best experience, learners should complete the courses in the Suggested Learning Sequence before launching the VR lab. The lab provides an interactive opportunity to apply and practice what they learned in the sequence of courses.
| VR Lab | Topic Area | Level | Simplified Description | Suggested Learning Sequence |
| VR0020 – Additive Manufacturing: Vat Photopolymerization Setup | Additive Manufacturing | 3 | In this VR lab, learners set up a digital light processing (DLP) vat photopolymerization project and print a part using UV-cured thermoset photopolymer resin. | Introduction to Additive Manufacturing 111 → Additive Manufacturing Safety 121 → The Basic Additive Manufacturing Process 131 → Design for Vat Photopolymerization 305 → VR0020 – Additive Manufacturing: Vat Photopolymerization Setup |
| VR0021 – Additive Manufacturing: Vat Photopolymerization Post-Processing | Additive Manufacturing | 3 | In this VR lab, learners continue a DLP vat photopolymerization project by performing the post-processing and secondary procedures used to clean and finish the printed part. | Introduction to Additive Manufacturing 111 → Additive Manufacturing Safety 121 → The Basic Additive Manufacturing Process 131 → VR0021 – Additive Manufacturing: Vat Photopolymerization Post-Processing |
| VR0022 – Additive Manufacturing: Fused Deposition Modeling Setup | Additive Manufacturing | 3 | In this VR lab, learners are guided through setting up a fused deposition modeling (FDM) project and printing a part using ABS build material on an additive manufacturing system. | Introduction to Additive Manufacturing 111 → The Basic Additive Manufacturing Process 131 → Integrating Additive Manufacturing with Traditional Manufacturing 221 → Design for Fused Deposition Modeling 301 → VR0022 – Additive Manufacturing: Fused Deposition Modeling Setup |
| VR0023 – Additive Manufacturing: Fused Deposition Modeling Post Processing | Additive Manufacturing | 3 | In this VR lab, learners perform the post-processing steps used to clean and finish a part printed with fused deposition modeling (FDM). | Introduction to Additive Manufacturing 111 → The Basic Additive Manufacturing Process 131 → Integrating Additive Manufacturing with Traditional Manufacturing 221 → Design for Fused Deposition Modeling 301 → VR0023 – Additive Manufacturing: Fused Deposition Modeling Post Processing |
| VR0014 – Assembly with Mechanical Fasteners | Assembly | 3 | In this lab, learners identify threaded fastener types by disassembling a machine component, inspecting its fasteners, and reassembling it using the proper tools and torque specifications. | Introduction to Assembly 101 → Safety for Assembly 211 → Introduction to Fastener Threads 221 → Tools for Threaded Fasteners 235 → VR0014 – Assembly with Mechanical Fasteners |
| VR0017 – Testing an AC Induction Motor with Multimeter | Electrical | 3 | In this lab, learners use a digital multimeter to perform basic electrical tests on an AC induction motor. | Electrical Instruments 251 → AC Motor Applications 322 → Electrical Maintenance for Motor Drive Systems 348 → VR0017 – Testing an AC Induction Motor with Multimeter |
| VR0024 – Voltage Checks for a Variable Frequency Drive Panel | Electrical | 3 | In this lab, learners establish an electrically safe work condition on a 480-volt VFD panel by identifying power sources, de-energizing the system, performing lockout/tagout, and verifying no voltage is present. | Safety for Electrical Work 111 → Arc Flash Safety 251 → Electrical Instruments 251 → AC Motor Applications 322 → Motor Drive Systems and Maintenance 347 → VR0024 – Voltage Checks for a Variable Frequency Drive Panel |
| VR0013 – Establishing Datums | GD&T / Inspection | 3 | In this lab, learners interpret GD&T symbols and inspect a part using a coordinate measuring machine (CMM). | Basics of Tolerance 121 → Introduction to GD&T 301 → GD&T Applications 312 → VR0013 – Establishing Datums |
| VR0005 – Inspecting Outer Diameters I | Inspection / Measurement | 3 | In this virtual lab, learners verify outer diameter measurements for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, using the appropriate measurement tool, and determining if each part can move to the next step. | Basic Measurement 101 → Basics of Tolerance 121 → Blueprint Reading 131 → VR0005 – Inspecting Outer Diameters I |
| VR0006 – Inspecting Outer Diameters II | Inspection / Measurement | 3 | In this virtual lab, learners continue verifying outer diameter measurements for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, using the appropriate measurement tool, and determining if each part can move to the next step. | Basic Measurement 101 → Basics of Tolerance 121 → Blueprint Reading 131 → VR0006 – Inspecting Outer Diameters II |
| VR0010 – Inspecting Groove Width | Inspection / Measurement | 3 | In this virtual lab, learners verify OD groove width for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, using the appropriate measurement tool, and determining if each part can move to the next step. | Basic Measurement 101 → Basics of Tolerance 121 → Blueprint Reading 131 → VR0010 – Inspecting Groove Width |
| VR0011 – Inspecting Thread Sizes | Inspection / Measurement | 3 | In this virtual lab, learners inspect the outside diameter threads of ten in-process parts by reading the part print, using the appropriate inspection tool, and determining if each part can move to the next step. | Basic Measurement 101 → Basics of Tolerance 121 → Blueprint Reading 131 → Thread Standards and Inspection 151 → VR0011 – Inspecting Thread Sizes |
| VR0012 – Inspecting Inside Diameter | Inspection / Measurement | 3 | In this virtual lab, learners inspect the inside diameter of a bore for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, using the appropriate inspection tool, and determining if each part can move to the next step. | Basic Measurement 101 → Basics of Tolerance 121 → Blueprint Reading 131 → VR0012 – Inspecting Inside Diameter |
| VR0016 – Inspecting Depth | Inspection / Measurement | 3 | In this virtual lab, learners verify counterbore hole depth for ten in-process parts by reading the part print, using the appropriate measurement tool, and determining if each part can move to the next step. | Basic Measurement 101 → Basics of Tolerance 121 → Blueprint Reading 131 → VR0016 – Inspecting Depth |
| VR0003 – 5S and Hand Tool Identification | Quality / Tools | 1 | In this virtual lab, learners implement the five steps of 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) while demonstrating a working knowledge of hand tools. | 5S Overview 151 → Hand and Power Tool Safety 201 → VR0003 – 5S and Hand Tool Identification |
| VR0004 – Rigging Equipment Safety and Inspection | Rigging | 3 | In this lab, learners calculate the weight of a load, select and inspect the appropriate rigging equipment, and rig the load for a safe lift. | Introduction to Machine Rigging 111 → Rigging and Inspection Safety 131 → Safety for Lifting Devices 211 → VR0004 – Rigging Equipment Safety and Inspection |
| VR0008 – Safety for Lifting and Moving Devices | Rigging | 3 | In this lab, learners visually inspect a rigged load, then safely lift, transfer, and lower it to a designated area. | Introduction to Machine Rigging 111 → Rigging and Inspection Safety 131 → Safety for Lifting Devices 211 → VR0008 – Safety for Lifting and Moving Devices |
| VR0002 – Safety Awareness in Manufacturing | Safety | 1 | In this virtual lab, learners select the proper PPE for a manufacturing facility and then identify hazards on walking and working surfaces and in a work cell. | Personal Protective Equipment 111 → Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation 121 → SDS and Hazard Communication 151 → Walking and Working Surfaces 171 → Fire Safety and Prevention 181 → Hand and Power Tool Safety 201 → Powered Industrial Truck Safety 221 → VR0002 – Safety Awareness in Manufacturing |
| VR0001 – Fire Safety | Safety | 2 | In this virtual lab, learners find key information in a Fire Prevention Plan and SDS, eliminate fire hazards in a work cell, and use the correct extinguisher to put out a small fire. | Fire Safety and Prevention 181 → SDS and Hazard Communication 151 → Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191 → VR0001 – Fire Safety |
| VR0009 – Lockout Tagout Procedures | Safety / Maintenance | 3 | In this virtual lab, learners perform lockout/tagout on a CNC lathe, including shutting down the machine, isolating energy sources, conducting a walkaround, and re-energizing the system. | Lockout/Tagout Procedures 14 → VR0009 – Lockout Tagout Procedures |
| VR0007 – Power Tool Safety | Safety / Tools | 1 | In this virtual lab, learners complete four power tool job tasks, using quick reference cards to make choices that support safety and quality. | Hand and Power Tool Safety 201 → VR0007 – Power Tool Safety |
| VR0018 – Hand Tool Safety | Safety / Tools | 3 | In this virtual lab, learners complete three tasks focused on the safe and effective use of basic hand tools, including screwdrivers, wrenches, and saws. | Hand and Power Tool Safety 201 → VR0018 – Hand Tool Safety |
| VR0015 – Gas Metal Arc Welding | Welding | 1 | In this virtual lab, learners demonstrate their ability to weld three different types of joints using gas metal arc welding (GMAW). | PPE for Welding 111 → Welding Symbols and Codes 231 → Introduction to GMAW 251 → GMAW Applications 301 → VR0015 – Gas Metal Arc Welding |
| VR0019 – Shielded Metal Arc Welding | Welding | 1 | In this virtual lab, learners demonstrate their ability to weld three different types of joints using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), also known as stick welding. | PPE for Welding 111 → Welding Symbols and Codes 231 → Introduction to SMAW 252 → SMAW Applications 311 → VR0019 – Shielded Metal Arc Welding |