This paper describes a coupling between a real NC control unit and a virtual machine and its application potentials for vocational training. First the Hardware-in-the-Loop coupling, including the setup of the machine model, the connection itself and the realized material removal process, is described. Based on that, possible application scenarios for vocational training are discussed. In additi...

This paper is focused on introduction of best practices in the field of vocational training of mechatronics further supported with the state-of-the-art information-communication technology, as well as with established methodological and didactical approaches, with the view of improving the quality and efficiency of vocational training. The presented methodology introduces a completely new way o...

BACKGROUND Young people are at an increased risk for illness in working life. The authorities stipulate certain goals for training in occupational health and safety (OHS) in vocational schools. A previous study concluded that pupils in vocational education had limited knowledge in the prevention of health risks at work. The aim of the current study, therefore, was to study how OHS training is o...

This article reviews the history of general practice vocational training in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, identifies current initiatives and recommends future approaches based on recent evidence. General practice vocational training in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health requires ongoing support and investment from governments and training and general practice organisat...

In this paper, a distributed distance education system is built on WWW (World-Wide Web), called CBTVC (Competency-Based Training Virtual Classroom). This system extends CBT self-learning materials for vocational training into asynchronous distance education net and offers a “Registration Self-learning Qualification” learning cycle. This research investigates the characteristics of distance educ...

Is it possible to interconnect physical learning media and computer-based learning? If so, what do we gain by attempting this? We will describe the conceptual evolution, as well as various results of a project aimed at the development of a computer-supported learning environment for pneumatics, targeted at vocational students. This environment uses a new approach to human/computer interaction, ...