Simulation Technology, Healthcare Simulation Maintenance Technician Option
Program Goals & Outcomes
The Simulation Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) program prepares students for technical roles supporting the operation, maintenance, and sustainment of simulation systems used in aerospace and healthcare training environments. The program includes a shared Simulation Technology core followed by specialization in either Aerospace Simulation Maintenance or Healthcare Simulation Maintenance.
Students develop competencies in electronics, mechanical systems, networking, visual systems, systems integration, documentation, safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Track-specific coursework emphasizes diagnostics, maintenance, and operational readiness aligned to industry expectations. Graduates are prepared for employment in simulation centers, training organizations, and support environments where reliability, safety, and documentation are critical.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply fundamental knowledge of simulation systems and technologies across aerospace and healthcare environments;
- Use appropriate tools, instruments, and diagnostic methods to maintain and repair simulator hardware and software systems;
- Demonstrate effective documentation, communication, and teamwork skills within technical and interdisciplinary environments;
- Configure and manage networked simulation systems, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange between components;
- Apply quality assurance, configuration management, and continuous improvement processes following industry standards; and
- Adhere to professional, regulatory, and ethical standards ensuring safe operation, compliance, and accountability in simulation environments.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (18 hours min.)
Communication (6 hours)
- ENGL 1113 English Composition I+
- ENGL 1213 English Composition II+ or ENGL 2053 Technical Report Writing+
U.S. History/U.S. Government (6 hours)
- HIST 1483 U.S. History to 1877 or HIST 1493 U.S. History Since 1877
- POLS 1113 American Federal Government
Mathematics (3 hours)
- MATH 1513 College Algebra+
Liberal Arts (3 hours min.)
Liberal Arts Elective—See courses listed in the College Catalog.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (29 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in these courses to be eligible for graduation.
- SIMT 1103 Introduction to Simulation Technology
- SIMT 1203 Documentation & Quality Assurance
- SIMT 1303 Simulation Safety, Regulations, & Ethics
- SIMT 1404 Electronics, Communications & Sensor Fundamentals+
- SIMT 1504 Mechanical & Motion Systems Fundamentals+
- SIMT 1604 Simulation Computing Systems & Networking+
- SIMT 1704 Visual & Display Systems Fundamentals+
- SIMT 1804 Simulation Systems Integration & Troubleshooting+
OPTION REQUIREMENTS (16 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in these courses to be eligible for graduation.
- HSMT 2104 Healthcare Simulation Devices & Sensors+
- HSMT 2204 Physiological Modeling & Patient Simulation+
- HSMT 2304 Clinical Simulation Operations & Safety+
- HSMT 2404 Healthcare Simulation Capstone & Practicum+
Suggested Order of Enrollment
The following courses should be taken in the sequence indicated. Because general education courses have multiple offerings, students should incorporate those courses into their schedule after their Associate in Applied Science Degree requirement courses have been determined. Check the College Catalog and/or class schedule for course offering specifics. The “+” symbol represents a prerequisite for the course. Any course offering is subject to change without notice.
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