Job Sample Tests as Predictors of M1 Gunnery Performance. Appendixes A-E

Abstract

The objectives of Phase I of this research was to develop an aptitude measurement methodology which could be used to design job sample tests for armor crewmen; apply the methodology to develop job sample tests; and administer the job sample tests to armor crewmen and analyze the test data. Phase II, reported separately, included analyses of the predicted validity of the job sample tests. A five-stage methodology for job sample test design was developed. Stages included task identification; task prioritization; job sample dimensional analyses; trade-off analyses; and detailed job sample test development. Seven job sample tests, three computer-based and four hands-on tests, were developed using the methodology. They were Operate Computer Panel, Computer Tracking, Computer Target Engagement, Tank Commander Decision Making, Hands-On Gun Laying, Hands-On Tracking, and Hands-On Target Engagement. Tests were administered to armor crewmen stationed in Europe. The analysis of test data indicated a low degree of intercorrelation among job sample tests which suggested that they were measuring different gunnery behaviors.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA135879

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  • Daniel W. Sauer
  • David W. Biers

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  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Computers
  • Control Panels
  • Laser Beams
  • Laser Pulses
  • Laser Rangefinding
  • Light Pens
  • Metal Matrix Composites
  • Moving Targets
  • Override Control
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Range Finders
  • Recreation
  • Social Sciences
  • Training
  • Training Devices
  • Video Games

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  • Military Science
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