Summary: Texas State Technical College’s Biomedical Equipment Technology program has adopted virtual reality training to simulate real-world scenarios and enhance hands-on learning, reflecting its commitment to innovative, industry-aligned education.
Key Takeaways:
- Virtual reality labs provide students with advanced training on medical equipment and maintenance procedures.
- The program exemplifies TSTC’s push for cutting-edge education in fields like Biomedical Equipment Technology and beyond.
The Biomedical Equipment Technology program at Texas State Technical College (TSTC) in Harlingen has introduced a virtual reality training system developed and provided by NVRT Labs. Students use Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headsets in lab sessions designed to simulate real-world medical equipment scenarios.
Bridging Virtual and Hands-On Training
After completing virtual labs, students transition to hands-on sessions, working directly on the equipment. This training approach aims to provide new technicians with greater familiarity with medical equipment and maintenance procedures than traditional training methods typically allow.
TSTC’s Harlingen campus uses virtual reality technology to demonstrate its commitment to industry-relevant education that aligns with current technological trends.
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Expanding VR Integration Across Programs
Biomedical Equipment Technology is the latest program at TSTC’s Harlingen campus to integrate virtual reality into its curriculum. Other programs using VR include Dental Hygiene, Drafting and Design, and Surgical Technology.
TSTC currently offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology at its Harlingen and Waco campuses, as well as an Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Imaging Systems Technology Specialization at the Waco campus.
