A Job Analysis of the Aegis Combat System Submodes.
Abstract
A job-analysis questionnaire was responded to by 16 incumbent Aegis combat system submode operators. Their responses were the basis for analyses related to commonality among submodes, job elements, and sequences typical of submode operation, and the educational and training requirements of the submodes. It was concluded that there is considerable commonality among the submodes. Job elements typical of submode operation involve communication, alert watch standing, and attention to detail while working under distractions. Typical sequences of job elements end with use of activation controls (e.g., VAB), or verbal orders/instruction/requests, preceded by use of visual displays or decision making without reference to an external information source. Educational requirements for submode operation were a high-school education, on the average. Training time was extremely variable with a mean of about eight weeks. About 10 hours of study per month was perceived to be necessary to maintain proficiency in operating procedures, and doctrine. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1982
- Accession Number
- ADA115030
Entities
People
- Michael Patsfall
- Richard H. Shannon
- Robert C. Carter