Phillips Community College Construction instructor Jacob Walker istaking our Construction I class to new horizons with virtual reality headsets.The headsets along with software were purchased through a grant offered by theOffice of Skills Development in cooperation with the PCCUA's Secondary Centerand PCCUA Workforce Training Department.
Virtual reality training combines the aptitude to simulate real-worldtraining scenarios in a virtual reality headset with the ability to preciselymeasure execution. Students are captivated by the experience and can engagewith interactive objects that augment their understanding of complex ideas.This technology has created a paradigm shift.
The construction students are enthusiastically learning electrical,construction, safety and HVAC. Walker commented “the use of virtualreality for training in high-risk environments, like construction, is aninnovative way to ensure students are well-prepared for real-world challengeswhile maintaining their safety during the learning process.” For moreinformation about these classes, contact Joe St. Columbia 870-338-6474, ext.1937 or jscolumbia@pccua.edu.
