Virtual Welding at Shiloh CUSD 1
HUME, Ill. (WAND) -- Virtual reality is becoming more common these days and students at Shiloh High School are learning how to weld virtually.
Shiloh is one of a few schools in the state with a virtual welding program. Students can practice their welding skills without spending time setting up and gathering materials.
If a student makes a mistake, they can easily start over without wasting materials.Â
Industrial Technology Teacher Richard Knofsky believes the virtual training gives teachers a huge amount of flexibility.
"I can be out in the booth in the welding area where they are actually hands on real welding and give the students access to the simulator. And without me really being here they can practice. Which is a huge load off my back."
Virtual Welding at Shiloh CUSD 1
Students have been working on the virtual system for about a month now.
They will graduate to traditional welding this fall.
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