TransMaster simulator-based training system

Metrics and questions to help determine Value and Return on Investment (ROI)

• Value depends on training efficacy
• Efficacy requires relevance (Construct Validity)
• Relevance requires defined performance, acceptance & measurement = GOALS
• Goals sets standard for technology, lesson plans, software, and personnel
• ROI results from behavior change: improved safety, maintenance & fuel economy and attitude

These measurements done per class:

1. Note time on and off per student
2. Note total accumulated individual student time on
3. How much time on simulator before starting range driving
1. Compare to non-sim student;
2. Is student better prepared for truck
3. Does student learn faster in truck due to simulator-
1. Measure time to perform first range tasks well
2. Measure time to first OTR drive
4. Do the common introductory lessons (if projected from simulator to overhead screen for all the class to see) improve class time and reduce student preparation for the next lesson?
5. How often (average hours per student) is simulator used for improving shifting, coordination, etc. To avoid dropping a student.
6. Have student drop outs reduced since use of simulation. Give average %

Ask instructors:

1. How do you use the simulator
2. How easy is it to use
3. Does the simulator save any time in getting a student to grasp a concept or improve a skill. Give example and time saved.
4. What would you wish the simulator could do?