The mission of the Johnson Center for Simulation is to enable and support the use of computer simulation to improve education and training, to promote economic development, and to enhance decision-making processes.
  Areas of Expertise  
Immersive Simulation
Training Applications
Modeling
System Design
Game Development
C++ Programming
Scripting
Computer Graphic Design
  VR Applications  
Training
Education
Visualization
Prototyping
Entertaining
Marketing
Beyond Virtual

Immersive simulation is a valuable tool that allows learners to closely observe detailed objects and practice specific skills in a 3-dimensional environment. JCS's projects include immersive-training applications for spray painting, welding, tool use, and quality-assurance simulations. We also build educational or serious games in which players learn complex critical information and skills in an engaging, fun environment.

Our programmers and staff work closely with clients to incorporate field data, moving beyond virtual to build highly-detailed, realistic simulations that impart real-world skills, information, and knowledge.

Director: Cindy Galbraith | Telephone: (320) 629-5143


Virtual Reality Training in Medicine
Medical study shows the value of virtual reality simulator training for improves surgical residents' performance in the operating room. Learn More
What is a Serious Game?
Serious Games deliver educational content through use of compelling, interesting game environments. Visit the Serious Games Initiative to learn more about them. Learn More
  At a Glance  
JCS is housed at Pine Technical College in Pine City, Minnesota.

JCS was founded in 2000 as part of a regional project to extend East Central Minnesota's technology infrastructure and services.

JCS's current projects include scenario and procedural training applications, military immersive simulations, and game development.