Management of the training process from requirements definition through evaluation of graduates in the field is a complex process encompassing many specialists and organizations. A comprehensive training system is required which produces management information without increasing workload. The U. S. Air Force recognizes this requirement and is developing the Advanced Training System (ATS) to support every aspect of the Air Training Command's technical training mission. ATS will provide an integrated training environment across six Air Force bases with a potential for 35,000 user workstations and 175,000 students per year. ATS provides computer-assisted Instructional System Development and support for delivery of instruction for all media types. Computerized data collection supports timely access to student, resource, and evaluation information. New processor, software, and communications technologies provide a distributed training system with low administrative overhead. Configuration options allow equipment to be selected to meet the functional needs of individual users.