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Introduction

MITA Consulting, a premier New Zealand‑based training provider, plays a critical role in preparing and certifying the country’s electrical workforce. With a focus on safety, compliance, and practical skill development, MITA delivers accredited courses aligned with the standards of the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) — the governing body for licensing electricians in New Zealand. As the electrical industry faces growing pressure to upskill new workers, reduce training costs, and improve assessment consistency, MITA has remained committed to innovation.

Challenge:

Overcoming the Limits of Traditional Electrical Training

  • Limited Test Hardware
    MITA's classrooms had few physical test boards and meters, limiting hands‑on training. Trainees had to wait for equipment, hindering their practice and wasting instructors' time on resetting rigs.
  • Safety Risks for Trainees
    Early mistakes on live switchboards can embed bad habits — or cause real harm. MITA flagged the “high-risk learning environment where mistakes could cause confusion or unsafe habits,” especially for novices practising fault-loop and polarity checks.
  • Instruction Inconsistency
    Training quality used to vary by campus, kit and instructor style. MITA “desired to standardize the learning experience across locations,” ensuring every candidate followed the exact eight‑step EWRB workflow.
  • Time & Cost Pressures
    Physical boards are expensive to build, maintain and freight; instructor hours disappear resetting leads and supervising risky tasks. Since launch, the module has “reduced reliance on physical test boards, freeing up instructor time and resources,” while eliminating travel to specialised labs.
  • Future‑Proof Compliance
    The EWRB sequence evolves, and MITA must stay aligned with AS/NZS 3000. Because every step — and every expected reading — is “fully standards-compliant” and locked in software, updates take minutes instead of months.

MITA needed a solution that maintained the integrity of the electrical workers registration board‑mandated process while eliminating the bottlenecks of traditional training and assessment environments.

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Solution:

Scaling Competence with Immersive Learning

  • Full Immersion in a Realistic Testing Environment
    Trainees enter a lifelike virtual suburb modeled on real Auckland locations, performing the EWRB Sequence of Testing in a setting that mimics actual field conditions, not an abstract lab. This bridges the gap between theory and practice.
  • Standards‑Aligned, Step‑by‑Step Instruction
    The training experience replicates the full 8‑step EWRB process with high accuracy, including continuity, polarity, insulation resistance, and fault loop impedance tests. Guided and assessment modes ensure compliance and readiness.
  • Unlimited, Risk‑Free Practice with Real‑Time Feedback
    Learners can rehearse the procedures as many times as needed in a zero-risk environment, receiving instant feedback on errors to reinforce correct technique, eliminating fear of failure during early learning.
  • Intelligent Tools and Natural Interactions
    From simulated multimeters to context‑aware probes, every interaction is engineered for accuracy and realism. Tools respond dynamically, reinforcing tactile memory and deep understanding of each test.
  • Scalable and Flexible Deployment Anywhere
    The module runs on standalone VR headsets, Pico 4 Enterprise, with no reliance on external computers or physical boards. This enables deployment in classrooms, training centers, or remote locations, reducing costs and logistical barriers.
  • Integrated Performance Tracking and Analytics
    Built into the Metaenga XR platform, the training includes detailed performance monitoring through xAPI. Instructors gain clear insights into learner progress, errors, and time-on-task, enabling data-informed coaching and certification readiness.

Impact & Results:

Measurable Improvements in Safety, Efficiency, and Learning

Since launching the VR Sequence of Testing module, MITA has recorded significant gains across key training metrics:

  • Stronger assessment performance  - 35% improvement in pre‑exam readiness scores.
  • Fewer training errors  - 50% reduction in procedural mistakes during live assessments.
  • Instructor time savings  - 40% less supervision time needed per trainee.
  • Higher learner satisfaction  - 94% of trainees rated the experience as highly effective.
  • Zero equipment reliance  - 100% removal of physical test boards from the training process.
  • Smarter training oversight  - Real‑time analytics captured for 100% of participants.

By transforming a critical training process into a fully immersive experience, MITA Consulting has redefined what it means to prepare electricians for certification in New Zealand.