Results of the Part-Task Shiphandling Trainer Pre-Prototype Training Effectiveness Evaluation (TEE)
Abstract
The Part Task Trainer for Shiphandling (PARTT-SHIP) device represents one portion of the Naval Training Equipment Center's shiphandling research program. This device was functionally defined after conducting a Navy shiphandling task analysis, and developing a functional specification for a trainer to accomplish approximately 80 percent of the training objectives required for basic and intermediate level shiphandlers. The pre-prototype is a low cost version that mimics the actual capabilities of a fully capable shiphandling part-task trainer. The goal of building a pre-prototype was to demonstrate and evaluate in several ways the capability of the actual device which could be built. The quantitative portion of the PARTT-SHIP demonstration was recorded for Training Effectiveness Evaluation purposes. Training was conducted in two areas of shiphandling skills, i.e., collision avoidance and maneuvering in restricted waters. Sixty-three students participated in these training experiments. Students were given pretests on a full bridge Shiphandling trainer for one full day in assigned skill areas and then post tested, again on the full bridge device, to establish the training gain. In both collision avoidance and restricted waters training, experimental results showed PARTT-SHIP to be an equally effective training device compared to a full bridge simulator. Results indicate a potential for PARTT-SHIP as part of a total shiphandling training system.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA154409
Entities
People
- M. L. Hanley