Interactive Educational System - Virtual Simulator "Sheet Rolling"

The article reports on the experience of modern computer technologies for increasing level and quality of education for specialists of engineering and metallurgical industry. The interactive virtual simulator "Sheet Rolling" has been created by using Unity3D, SolidWorks and 3Ds Max programs. This article gives a short modules description which are included in a part of the simulator, namely: "Basic provisions". There is information about the theory and technology of sheet rolling which is given systematically; the module of the mechanic "Sheet rolling mill" allows exploring the equipment of cold rolling sheet; the technologist's module "Cold sheet rolling" which is based on the mathematical model of cold sheet rolling process provides a possibility of carrying out analytical researches; and also “Examination module” consists of tasks and tests, which allow getting the objective information about the level of knowledge.