Virtual Labs

Virtual Labs are extensively utilized in colleges to enhance practical learning by providing students with remote access to laboratory experiments and simulations through an online platform. They enable students to perform experiments anytime and anywhere, overcoming limitations related to physical infrastructure, equipment availability, and scheduling constraints. Virtual Labs support experiential learning by allowing repeated practice, visualization of complex concepts, and hands-on exposure to real-world applications in engineering, science, and technology domains. They complement conventional laboratory sessions, improve conceptual understanding, promote self-learning, and help institutions offer quality laboratory experiences to a larger number of students while fostering innovation, research aptitude, and skill development.

Dr. Yoganandini
Name of the lab:
Virtual labs at NIT Surathkal (Karnataka)
Department: Electronics and Communication & Mechanical Engineering
Location of the lab: First Floor, Academic Block, Left Wing
Faculty coordinator: Dr. Yoganandini
Associated with industry if any: CITNC associated with NIT Surathkal, Mangalore
Year of Establishment: 2024

Objectives

1. To provide remote-access to simulation-based Labs in various disciplines of Science and Engineering.

2. To enthuse students to conduct experiments by arousing their curiosity. This would help them in learning basic and advanced concepts through remote experimentation.

3. To provide a complete Learning Management System around the Virtual Labs where the students/ teachers can avail the various tools for learning, including additional web-resources, video-lectures, animated demonstrations and self-evaluation.