The Seawolf Ship Control Operator Trainer (SCOT) uses Embedded Training Courseware (ETC) as the primary method to train and familiarize instructors with the trainer's operational and instructional capabilities. The ETC consists of a series of self-paced interactive, computer-controlled, branched tutorial lessons arrayed on two separate levels of instruction according to complexity and dynamics. The level 1 lessons include instructor tasks, familiarization, and power-up/power-down procedures. The level 2 ETC lessons include interactive practice at the Instructor Operator Station (IOS) in a real time environment in developing, setting-up and conducting an exercise as well as measuring individual progress.

This paper examines how the Seawolf SCOT ETC provides an effective self-paced training and practice environment for instructors to develop individual skills related to conducting training exercises.