Interactive computer-based training system and method
US6371765B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 9, 1999 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09B5/00
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An interactive computer-based training (ICBT) system and method operable over a computer network for training users. The ICBT system is provided with a state-machine-based hardware simulator for emulating various hardware states associated with a piece of equipment on which the users are to receive interactive training. A software simulator provided as a command inference engine is coupled to the hardware simulator, wherein the software simulator allows the users to interactively interrogate the emulated piece of equipment for its software functionality. One or more independently selectable learning modules are provided as part of the ICBT system, wherein each learning module includes one or more lesson plans related to the hardware and software functionality of the emulated piece of equipment. Also, the learning modules are inter-dependently associated with the hardware and software simulators. A user interface is provided for selecting one or more learning modules and for providing inputs from the users to the hardware and software simulators of the emulated piece of equipment so as to modify its configuration. The users can select any lesson plan or execute a portion of an ICBT …
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