Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) system is provided for training a user to assemble a device in a virtual work area. The VR system sequentially displays an ordered list of steps by highlighting tools and locations in the virtual work area. The highlighted tools and locations indicate movement or processing of a component that is to be performed in the current step. In one embodiment, the VR system includes a haptic glove for providing touch sensation to a user. The haptic glove is used to train the user to detect issues in the surface finish of a component (e.g., a burr) during assembly.