Can Electronics be learnt through Simulation software widely available on internet?

I am working full-time in an Electronics related field and at the same time studying for M.Sc. in Electronics through Distance Learning. Being a Distance Learner I have a very few practical classes on the basis of which to develop understanding about Electronics.


Can virtual training softwares like PSpice, SwitcherCAD, Tina Pro 6, etc. fill up the void?
Also suggest some more software packages for turning my PC into an Electronics Lab?

You need hands on training too. simulation alone will just get you an overview