Rule-Based Information System for Training Resource Planning and Fleet Readiness Assessments

This proposal discusses the requirements, efforts and results associated with research to establish an analytical, web services tool that will address the impacts of out-of-configuration and/or malfunctioning maintenance training simulators on Fleet readiness. Research was conducted to investigate the databases and data sources that must be considered in developing relationships between the trainer's availability and Fleet readiness. The impact of maintenance trainer availability, condition and configuration were identified as likely drivers of Fleet readiness. The students receiving training and ultimately being assigned to the fleet were established as the link between trainers and readiness. Additionally, the relationship among work unit codes (WUC) maintenance trainers and maintenance personnel were developed. The research performed during the Phase I has laid the groundwork for the development of the RATES application as part of a Phase II effort.