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The simulator sees virtual reality training missions played out on a 240-degree, two-dimensional screen.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell
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The training simulator runs out full missions and part-tasks to train junior seamen in varying conditions including rough seas, storms and clear skies.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell
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Navy officers-in-training taking the virtual helm.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell
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All of the tools present on the bridge represent those used on actual Navy warships to make training as realistic as possible.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell
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A Navy officer-in-training takes part in a training exercise. Imagine taking your driving test on a 3500-tonne Australian Navy warship.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell
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A cadet steers through iconic Sydney Harbour.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell
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The facility has been constructed on the HMAS Watson in Sydney.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell
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"This facility is at the cutting edge of simulator technology and provides junior seaman officers with very realistic training so they will be capable of carrying out the duties of the officer-of-the-watch before heading out to sea," said rear admiral Gilmore.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell
(Credit: Defence Media)

Screens feed data to the cadets as they carry out their mission.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)
Caption by: Luke Hopewell

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(Credit: Defence Media)

The simulator sees virtual reality training missions played out on a 240-degree, two-dimensional screen.

Published: March 25, 2011 -- 01:15 GMT (18:15 PDT)

Caption by: Luke Hopewell

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