Roundtable:Simulation as a Training Tool in Industry

Sue Leveritt – SMI-MISHC, The University of QueenslandAnjum Naweed – Appleton Institute, Central Queensland University

Roundtable Purpose

Priority issues emerging from analysis of information gathered today will be reported to Simulation Australia to inform the development of competencies for simulation design and simulation professionals.

Learning & Development/Human Factors Division

The L&D/HF Division provides advice to the Board of Directors through activities such as the series of Roundtables being conducted at SimTecT 2013.

Roundtable format: World Café

• 4 key questions – strict time limits

• Table captain – capture input & stay at table

• Others – sit at different table for each question

• Final 20 mins – summarise & identify priority issues

• Contact details for reports/publications

A platform for engaging in learning & problem solving

Rail examples

Q1 Why did you choose simulation as a platform for learning?

• Procurement• Training• Skilling

Q2 What was your involvement in the design process?

• Simulation• Content• Other stakeholders

• Early specification• Concept• Prototype• Development• Modification• Commissioning• Review

Q3 Did the simulation meet your expectations?

• Learning outcomes• Fidelity• Usability• Level of engagement

If YES, then WHY?

If NO, then WHY NOT?

Q4 Does simulation fit your future needs?

What would you change?

What would you NOT change?

List 3 priorities for simulation design and simulation professionals

Thanks

Sue Leveritts.leveritt@uq.edu.au

Anjum Naweedanjum.naweed@cqu.edu.au