Amatrol’s Mitsubishi automation training solutions provide industry-aligned instruction using authentic industrial components from Mitsubishi Electric. Students gain practical experience working with PLCs, HMIs, variable frequency drives, and integrated automation systems that mirror the technologies used in modern manufacturing facilities.

Designed to support mechatronics, industrial maintenance, and automation pathways, these systems bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application. Learners build programming, troubleshooting, and system-integration skills that prepare them for careers in advanced manufacturing and smart factory environments.

Amatrol EV Manufacturing Training Systems provide hands-on instruction aligned with today’s electrified automotive production environments. Learners explore key EV manufacturing processes, including electric motors, power electronics, battery fundamentals, automation, and industrial controls used in advanced vehicle and mobility production. Designed for both education and workforce development programs, these systems prepare students and technicians for careers in electric-vehicle, battery, and advanced-mobility manufacturing—helping institutions stay aligned with the rapidly evolving electrification industry.

VR Modules for CTE & Workforce Electrical Training Programs

Electrical programs are balancing safety, lab capacity, equipment costs, and the need for students to build real confidence before working on live systems.

Through our partnership with Hard Hat VR, schools can integrate immersive, skills-based VR modules that reinforce classroom instruction and prepare students for hands-on lab work and apprenticeships.

These modules are designed specifically for skilled trades and industrial electrical training.

Available Electrical Modules

This module allows students to practice proper energy isolation procedures in a realistic electrical room setting.

Students practice:

  • Identifying energy sources
  • Following correct lockout/tagout steps
  • Verifying zero-energy state
  • Recognizing common safety mistakes

This is an effective way to reinforce OSHA-aligned safety habits before students enter the live lab.

Students gain experience working with large-frame low-voltage power circuit breakers used in commercial and industrial facilities.

Students learn:

  • Breaker components and inspection
  • Trip unit functions
  • Safe racking procedures
  • Operational checks and troubleshooting basics

Students gain familiarity with the equipment they will encounter in real-world facilities.

Medium voltage systems require strong procedural discipline and safety awareness. This module provides guided interaction in a safe environment.

Students develop understanding of:

  • Switch operation sequences
  • PPE considerations
  • Arc flash awareness
  • Equipment identification

It helps reinforce high-risk procedures without live voltage exposure.

Created in collaboration with Eaton, this module introduces students to modern air circuit breaker technology used in today’s power distribution systems.

Students explore:

  • Breaker configuration and settings
  • Protective device concepts
  • Operational procedures
  • Manufacturer-relevant equipment design

This supports alignment with current industry equipment and expectations.

Students interact with a virtual switchboard to better understand power distribution systems.

Key learning areas:

  • System startup and shutdown procedures
  • Reading meters and indicators
  • Load awareness
  • Identifying abnormal conditions

This strengthens system-level thinking, not just component-level skills.

Backup power systems are critical in healthcare, data centers, and industrial facilities. This module introduces the fundamentals of UPS systems.

Students gain exposure to:

  • UPS components and layout
  • Battery systems
  • Alarm monitoring
  • Basic troubleshooting scenarios

It connects classroom electrical theory to real-world applications.

How Programs Are Using VR in Electrical Training

Schools are integrating VR to:

  • Reinforce safety before students touch live equipment
  • Provide structured, repeatable skills practice
  • Reduce lab bottlenecks
  • Increase engagement for visual and hands-on learners
  • Support apprenticeship and workforce preparation

VR does not replace hands-on training—it strengthens it. Students can make mistakes, repeat procedures, and build confidence before transitioning to live systems.

Schedule a demonstration to explore how these electrical VR modules could support your curriculum.

Working with industrial power systems requires precision, procedural discipline, and a strong understanding of electrical safety. Large-frame power circuit breakers play a critical role in protecting equipment, maintaining system reliability, and preventing costly electrical failures.

This immersive VR training program allows learners to gain hands-on experience with breaker operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting in a safe, controlled environment. Participants build confidence and procedural accuracy before transitioning to live equipment.

Why Integrate This Training Into Your Electrical Program?

  • Understand Critical Power Systems – Learn the role and importance of low-voltage power circuit breakers in electrical distribution systems.
  • Safe Operation & Switching Procedures – Follow step-by-step guidance for proper breaker handling without exposure to live voltage risk.
  • Hands-On Breaker Racking Practice – Practice racking the breaker in and out manually or using a motorized charge system.
  • Reduce Downtime & Electrical Failures – Strengthen troubleshooting skills to help prevent system disruptions.

Who Will Benefit?

  • Electricians and electrical apprentices
  • Industrial and maintenance technicians
  • Facility and maintenance managers
  • Power system operators
  • CTE and technical college electrical programs

Program Outcomes

Participants gain a clearer understanding of breaker operation, improve safety awareness, and develop confidence in performing essential procedures related to industrial power distribution systems.

  • Strengthen workplace electrical safety
  • Improve system reliability
  • Reinforce compliance with industry safety standards
  • Support workforce readiness and apprenticeship preparation

Medium voltage switches (MVS) play a critical role in managing and protecting electrical distribution networks. Proper operation and maintenance are essential to prevent electrical hazards, minimize downtime, and maintain system reliability in commercial and industrial facilities.

This immersive virtual reality training program provides hands-on experience with medium voltage switch systems in a safe, controlled environment. Learners can practice procedures, build confidence, and reinforce safety protocols before working with live equipment.

Why Integrate Medium Voltage Switch VR Training?

  • Understand Critical Power Systems – Learn the purpose and function of medium voltage switches in electrical distribution networks.
  • Safe Operation Procedures – Practice proper switching techniques and circuit transitions using guided, step-by-step instruction.
  • Routine Inspections & Maintenance – Develop preventative maintenance skills to ensure system integrity.
  • Reduce Electrical Hazards – Gain experience recognizing unsafe conditions and reinforcing compliance with industry safety standards.

Who Will Benefit?

  • Electricians and electrical apprentices
  • Industrial and maintenance technicians
  • Facility and maintenance managers
  • Power system operators
  • CTE and technical college electrical programs

Program Outcomes

Participants strengthen their understanding of medium voltage distribution systems while improving procedural accuracy and safety awareness.

  • Prevent power failures and safety incidents
  • Improve system reliability and uptime
  • Reinforce safe handling and switching procedures
  • Support apprenticeship preparation and workforce readiness

Program Integration

This VR training can be incorporated into advanced electrical systems courses, industrial maintenance programs, apprenticeship preparation, or power distribution instruction. It enhances classroom learning while reducing risk and improving readiness before students transition to live medium voltage systems.

Low-voltage power distribution systems depend on reliable air circuit breakers to protect equipment and maintain system stability. Understanding proper breaker operation, inspection, and troubleshooting procedures is essential for preventing equipment damage and avoiding costly downtime.

This immersive virtual reality training course provides hands-on experience with air circuit breaker operation in a safe, controlled environment. Learners can practice critical procedures, build troubleshooting skills, and strengthen safety awareness before working with live electrical systems.

Why Integrate Breaker VR Training?

  • Understand Critical Power Systems – Learn the role and function of low-voltage breakers in electrical distribution.
  • Safe Operation Procedures – Practice racking the breaker in and out, closing, and tripping the breaker using guided, step-by-step instruction.
  • Hands-On Troubleshooting – Identify and resolve common breaker issues to minimize downtime.
  • Prevent Electrical Hazards – Gain practical experience without the risks associated with live equipment exposure.

Who Will Benefit?

  • Electricians and electrical apprentices
  • Industrial and maintenance technicians
  • Facility and maintenance managers
  • Power system operators
  • CTE and technical college electrical programs

Program Outcomes

  • Improve workplace electrical safety and reliability
  • Reduce risk of equipment damage and power failures
  • Strengthen compliance with industry safety standards
  • Increase confidence in safe breaker handling and maintenance procedures

Electrical switchboards are central to safe and reliable power distribution in commercial and industrial facilities. Proper operation, inspection, and testing procedures are essential to protect personnel, prevent electrical hazards, and maintain system integrity.

This immersive virtual reality training course provides hands-on experience operating a switchboard in a safe, interactive simulation. Learners can practice critical procedures, identify components, and reinforce safety protocols before transitioning to live electrical environments.

Why Integrate Switchboard Operations VR Training?

  • Hands-On Training – Operate a switchboard in a practical, interactive simulation environment.
  • Critical Safety Skills – Practice opening and closing the switchboard, utilizing feeder breakers, and performing a live-dead-live test.
  • Comprehensive Component Identification – Locate and understand key switchboard components and their functions.
  • Realistic, Controlled Experience – Build confidence and procedural accuracy without exposure to live electrical risk.

Who Will Benefit?

  • Maintenance personnel
  • Electricians and electrical apprentices
  • Supervisors in electrical facilities
  • CTE and technical college electrical programs

Program Outcomes

  • Enhance electrical safety and operational efficiency
  • Gain practical knowledge of switchboard operation
  • Reduce the risk of electrical hazards
  • Support smooth and reliable facility operations

Training systems from Lucas-Nuelle provide a modular, scalable approach to teaching power electronics—from foundational concepts in power converter technology to advanced applications in controlled drives. These systems are designed to evolve with your program, allowing for easy modernization, expansion, and integration of new technologies.

Hands-On Learning with Real-World Applications

Learners gain practical experience working with key components such as diodes, thyristors, and IGBTs, while exploring their role in real-world circuits. Through guided experiments, students build, operate, and measure circuits, developing critical skills in control, modulation, and diagnostics.

  • Understand power semiconductors and their applications
  • Build and test power converter and inverter circuits
  • Develop measurement skills using multimeters and oscilloscopes
  • Explore control and modulation techniques
  • Apply knowledge to drive technology and industrial systems

Integrated Multimedia Learning with UniTrain

The UniTrain multimedia courses enhance hands-on training with interactive animations, guided experiments, and step-by-step instruction. This blended approach helps learners visualize complex concepts while reinforcing practical skills in a structured, engaging format.

Whether you are building a new program or enhancing an existing lab, Lucas-Nülle power electronics systems provide the flexibility and depth needed to prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing, energy systems, and industrial automation.

Ready to bring power electronics training into your program? Contact us today to request a quote, schedule a demo, or explore how these systems can align with your curriculum and workforce goals.

Portsmouth University is helping shape the future of engineering education with new power engineering training labs featuring Lucas-Nülle systems. Designed to support hands-on learning, these advanced labs give students and future professionals the opportunity to build practical skills in modern energy engineering, sustainable power generation, and real-world electrical systems.

As the energy sector continues to evolve, training environments must do more than teach theory. They must give learners the confidence to work with the technologies, systems, and processes they will encounter in the field. With Lucas-Nülle training systems, Portsmouth University is creating an immersive learning environment that helps bridge the gap between classroom instruction and workforce readiness.

Why This Lab Matters

  • Supports hands-on learning in power engineering
  • Helps prepare students for modern energy industry careers
  • Strengthens instruction with real-world training applications
  • Introduces learners to sustainable energy and advanced power systems
  • Creates a more engaging and career-relevant educational experience

Training for a Changing Energy Landscape

From renewable energy concepts to advanced power engineering applications, Portsmouth University’s new labs demonstrate how institutions can better prepare students for the demands of a changing industry. With modern equipment, interactive training experiences, and a focus on applied learning, these labs set a strong example for universities looking to strengthen engineering and energy education programs.

See What’s Possible with Advanced Training Solutions

We help education and training organizations identify solutions that align with their program goals, industry demands, and student outcomes. Contact us to learn more about Lucas-Nülle training solutions for power engineering, electrical systems, and workforce development.

Date: October 21-23, 2026

Location: Texas A&M Conference Center, College Station, TX

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