System orientation using 3D models, parts overviews, fluid and flow training can all be done with NGRIAN’s training solution. Meanwhile, CAE says e-training is cost effective and efficient.
Try Doing That with PowerPoint Slides “Using our 3D capabilities, we are adapting today’s training to meet the needs of these types of learners,” she said. “Our’s is a more technology-based solution that allows knowledge to be communicated in a more visual and interactive way.” Ms. Sutcliff explained that research has shown that if you read something you are going to understand it at one level. If you watch someone do it you will understand and retain the information at a higher degree. But, if you are able to do it yourself you will learn how it is done in a faster and more thorough way. “Using an NGRAIN solution, a technician can actually, virtually interact with the 3D model of the aircraft,” Ms. Sutcliff stated. “They can actually perform many procedures in real-time right on the 3D model. The total effect is a more intuitive and immersive learning experience than the traditional training model.” Ms. Sutcliff also shared that in addition to being able to see and do the actual work—virtually, of course—the system will automatically give the student feedback on what they are doing correctly and incorrectly. There is no one to judge your abilities or lack thereof. And as we all know from first hand experience, there’s nothing
more demeaning than having to stop the instructor – again – to ask for them to go back over a point that you just aren’t getting. With the 3D simulations, students can go back and try it again until they are comfortable to move on. No one is looking over his or her shoulder. Ms. Sutcliff stressed that the ability to repeat a lesson at the user’s convenience is a critical element in improving the effectiveness of any online training program. According to NGRAIN studies whether integrated into Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), Distributed Learning courseware to supplement standard work cards or as tools to provide maintenance task reviews, the company’s
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3D-based software and solutions are proven to improve first-time fix rates by upwards of 25 percent.
Right Time Training at Real-World Costs As the world’s business and commercial aircraft continues to grow and spread into new regions, so does the need for aircraft airframe and engine manufacturers to provide up-to-date training to technicians who may be literally on the other side of the world. “It [online training] minimizes the impact on revenue generating tasks,” stated Michele Asmar, director, Learning Innovation and Solutions Design, CAE (
www.cae.com). “Training can be done at convenient times for the student and impacts less on their work schedule. No travel is required, which reduces costs as the online model is accessible anywhere in the world and therefore it becomes much less time consuming.” “Large and small MROs are increasingly suffering from shortages of experienced technicians and attending a class on or close by their facility offers them more scheduling flexibility—less downtime for travel—in addition to major travel and lodging cost savings,” she added. “This opens the door to an increased use of E-learning and distance learning in the near future.” “People are less and less able to be in one location for training so being able to provide quality training anytime while leveraging the new mobile devices is a growing trend,” Ms. Sutcliff said. “It’s a capability we don’t see a clear end to. The industry is trying all kinds of options now.”
One operator in particular that Ms. Sutcliff highlighted who is taking advantage of the online training model is the U.S. Army’s helicopter operations at Fort Rucker. “They have been using NGRAIN for many years now. In particular, they use our 3D Knowledge Object – our interactive 3D format that lets them produce animations to
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