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Simulator technology
What is SimTech about?
The Simulator Maintenance Technician program at Lake Region State College is one of the few training programs for simulator technicians in the United States. The program provides hands-on training in computer systems, digital and solid state electronic devices, printed circuit troubleshooting and variety of other systems essential to the operation of state-of-the-art simulators.
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What do they do?
As a Sim Tech student you will learn how to maintain, troubleshoot and repair electronic and mechanical components of simulator trainers used in pilot training, entertainment, aircraft, weapons, auto, ship, power plants and other types of simulation. While in the program you will gain experience in electronics, flight characteristics and computers and become familiar with appropriate tools, test and diagnostic equipment. You will also complete coursework in aviation which will prepare you to communicate proficiently with pilots as Simulator Maintenance Technician. Beyond classroom coursework and hands-on lab experience, you'll get a chance to participate in Sim Tech Club and learn more about simulation by traveling to various simulator sites.
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What's after graduation?
At Lake Region State College we receive many requests for information about the availability of our graduates in Simulation Technology program, and all graduates from the program received job offers from employers around the nation.
For those of you who wish to continue on to a bachelor degree in Electronics, Engineering or Aviation there are numerous transfer opportunities within the state and nationwide. Work closely with your advisor to choose courses that satisfy transfer agreements.
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Where are they employed?
When you come to Simulation Technology program at LRSC, we prepare you for challenging careers in simulation that are both high tech and high paying. Nationwide employers of SimTech program graduates include major airlines, air force bases, airplane and simulator manufactures. Our graduates are currently employed by various industry-leading companies, including Boeing, Northwest Airlines, Airbus, Flight Safety, FedEx, UPS, NASA and others.
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What do employers say?
“Lockheed Martin's aircrew training and simulation facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico has hired four graduates of the Simulator Maintenance Technician program at Lake Region State College as part of our Technical Support Group. These graduates came with an excellent basic knowledge of simulation systems, which we were able to use as a foundation for training them to maintain the specific simulators that we use for training aircrew members. The education and knowledge received at LRSC provided a solid background in troubleshooting skills and malfunction analysis, which has transferred seamlessly to the challenge of identifying and repairing problems on the wide variety of simulators on site."
-Gus Torres, Field Engineer/Lead
ATARS Project, Kirtland AFB NM
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Additional Related Information
Documents
Simulator Technology curriculum guide
File Size: 78.71 kb
Simulator Maintenance Technician guide for Diploma or Associate in Applied Science degree.
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