What is LabSim?

LabSim is a learning platform offered by TestOut corporation that is utilized in IT education. Students receive lessons and access to simulation spaces that allow them to practice IT skills in a safe environment. LabSim also provides instructors with content resources and assessment tools.

Who can use LabSim?

LabSim is primarily used by students whose course requires a virtual environment to complete coursework. It is not a free tool. There is a fee for each student. Request pricing information

Access to LabSim is provided when the instructor or student clicks a link to content from within the Canvas course. Neither students nor instructors create an account on the LabSim/TestOut website. 

Where can students and instructors go for support with LabSim? 

Knowledge Base and FAQs

Getting Started for Students

Getting Started for Instructors

Linking to Course Resources

Linking to Custom Quizzes

Linking to Class Assessments

Grade (Score Return)

Course Copying, Exporting, and Importing

Automatically Creating a class and enrolling students as the instructor

Tips & Best Practices

Webinars

submit a help request or call 800-877-4889

What should I do if I have an accessibility? 

Students should communicate accessibility concerns with the course instructor and the UWM's Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) 

Instructors should report any accessibility concerns to TestOut submit a help request or call 800-877-4889. If concerns persist, please contact Center for Excellence in teaching and Learning at cetl@uwm.edu