Embedded Training Solution: FBCB2/Tactical Decision Making Intelligent Tutoring System

摘要

We are developing for STRICOM an Intelligent Tutoring System (ITS) for tank and mechanized infantry company commanders that teaches tactical decision making and the tactical use of FBCB2, a C4I system. These are complex cognitive tasks that normally require the availability of an instructor. This prevents the effective use of embedded systems for training in the field, where an instructor is not typically present. Our ITS interfaces to a tactical simulation and FBCB2 and assumes the duties normally performed by the instructor. Instructors and experts both agree that company commanders need to improve their tactical decision-making and that this requires more tactical decision-making practice. Practice should include a mix of tactical planning and tactical execution in dynamic simulations that provide 3-D virtual terrain views. Additionally, FBCB2 training decays very quickly so that an embedded, scenario-based training aid would substantially increase combat readiness.