The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport is opening an advanced simulation facility that replicates real railway control environments to begin training future railway controllers.
Starting June 22, the ministry will recruit participants from railway-related universities and high schools for training in the simulation facility, which is designed to provide hands-on experience in train operation control and emergency response.
The simulation facility is a training system that accurately mimics actual railway control environments. The ministry invested 3.6 billion won (approximately $3 million) in 2024 to establish this facility to enhance the professional capabilities of railway controllers.
This facility operates with specifications identical to the current railway control system. It allows participants to practice real control tasks such as train operation control, signal management, and situation reporting, while also simulating various emergency scenarios, including vehicle malfunctions, track interruptions, and switch or signal failures.
This year's training will consist of eight-hour sessions conducted in small groups of around 15 participants. Trainees will receive practical training focused on train operation control and emergency response, alongside foundational theoretical education.
Notably, instructors will include team leaders with over 20 years of experience, providing specialized training grounded in real-world scenarios. The training program will be tailored to the levels of participants, including those holding controller certifications, university students majoring in railway-related fields, and high school students.
Last year, the ministry conducted two pilot openings of the simulation facility for railway-related universities, offering practical exercises and job experience programs.
The ministry anticipates that over 100 trainees will participate annually, contributing to the development of specialized railway control personnel and enhancing railway safety capabilities.
Kim Tae-byeong, head of the Railway Bureau at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, stated, "Railway control is a core responsibility that ensures the safety and lives of the public. We will support future railway controllers in developing practical skills in a realistic environment and strive to nurture talent in the railway sector."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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