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An '''extension''' of the '''SESAM - Simulator''' was developed for the AMEISE project. Involved in this project were the Faculty of Technical Sciences Klagenfurt, the Johannes Kepler University Linz and the Carinthia University of Applied Sciences. The simulator is the heart of the AMEISE - System.
Within the scope of the AMEISE project, an '''extension''' to the '''SESAM - Simulator''' was developed. The Faculty of Technical Sciences Klagenfurt, the Johannes Kepler University Linz and the Carinthia University of Applied Sciences are involved in the project. The simulator is the heart of the AMEISE - System.






====Analysis====
====Analysis====
To verify the achievement of learning objectives and to show trainees good and bad decisions and it’s consequences, the course of simulation runs has to be analyzed. These analyses are carried out after a simulation run by the instrucotr and cost '''a lot of time''', because the instrucotr has to analyze the whole simulation run manually. Trainees can also perform analyses by using the AMEISE - Analyzing Tool.
To verify the learning objectives and to present trainees a list of good and bad project decisions and their consequences, the course of simulation runs has to be analyzed. In SESAM, these analyses are carried out after a simulation run by the instructor and usually cost '''a lot of time'''. However, in AMEISE, trainers and trainees can perform this analysis by using several analyzing facilities.


{{Box1| This expands the range of applications, because with AMEISE the SESAM - Simulator can also be used for large courses or for self-study.}}
{{Box1| This raises the applicability of the system, as with AMEISE, the SESAM - Simulator can also be used in large course settings or for self-studies.}}






====Aims of AMEISE====
====Objectives of AMEISE====
With the extension of SESAM, the project AMEISE should provide following options:
With several extensions to SESAM, AMEISE allows for the following opportunities:


* '''Allow a Self - Study'''
* '''Self - Studies'''
** It should be possible for trainees to perform a simulation run without supervision. Supervision means not only the support during a simulation run, but also the evaluation of a simulation run. Of course, this does not replace the interpretation of a instructor.
** It is possible to perform a simulation run without supervision. Here, supervision does not only just mean the support during a simulation run, but also the evaluations of a simulation run. Of course, this cannot fully replace the different interpretations of an experienced instructor, but with AMEISE a lot of different types of feedback are possible.


* ''' Increase the Motivation of Trainees'''
* ''' Increase in Motivation of Trainees'''
** To increase the motivation of  trainees, a comparison component was created, which allows to compare simulation runs.
** To increase the motivation of  trainees, a comparison component was implemented, allowing for a detailed comparison of different simulation runs.


* ''' Reduction of Care Expenses'''
* ''' Reduction of Supervision Costs'''
** Additional components to reduce the effort of the instructors should be developed. With this components students should be able to analyze their simulation runs by themselves.
** Several components reduce the effort needed by the instructors during and after a course. Basically, students are be able to analyze their simulation runs by themselves, and instructors can generate the materials needed in a course automatically.


* '''Performing partial Simulation Runs'''
* '''Performing partial Simulation Runs'''
** In some teaching situations, only parts of the simulation should be played. This is possible with AMEISE.  
** In some teaching situations, only parts of a simulation run might be of interest. This is also possible with AMEISE.  






====Additional Components====
====Additional Components====
To achieve these goals, the existing prototype of the Universität Stutgart was extended among other things by the following components:
To meet these opportunities, the existing prototype of the Universität Stuttgart was extended, among other things, by the following components:
* Implementation of an '''Explanation Component''': To support the trainee during a simulation run.
* Implementation of an '''Explanation Component''', supporting the trainee during a simulation run.
* Implementation of a '''Comparison Component''': To compare your own simulation runs to others.
* Implementation of a '''Comparison Component''', for comparing simulation runs to others.
* Implementation of an '''Evaluation Component''': To analyze a simulation run or make analyses during a simulation run.  
* Implementation of an '''Evaluation Component''', for analyzing the simulation during and after a simulation run.  






==== System Requirements====
==== System Requirements====
To do simulation runs, the system needs following requirements:
To do AMEISE simulation runs, the following requirements have to be fulfilled:
* '''Operating System:''' Windows (95 or later versions), Linux or Solaris
* '''Operating System:''' Windows (95 or later versions), MacOS, Linux or Solaris
* '''Java JDK 1.4'''
* '''Java JDK 1.5'''
* '''Hard disk space:''' 5 MB
* '''Free Space on HDD:''' 5 MB
* '''Network connection'''  
* '''Network Connection'''  





Latest revision as of 14:37, 16 May 2013


Within the scope of the AMEISE project, an extension to the SESAM - Simulator was developed. The Faculty of Technical Sciences Klagenfurt, the Johannes Kepler University Linz and the Carinthia University of Applied Sciences are involved in the project. The simulator is the heart of the AMEISE - System.


Analysis

To verify the learning objectives and to present trainees a list of good and bad project decisions and their consequences, the course of simulation runs has to be analyzed. In SESAM, these analyses are carried out after a simulation run by the instructor and usually cost a lot of time. However, in AMEISE, trainers and trainees can perform this analysis by using several analyzing facilities.

This raises the applicability of the system, as with AMEISE, the SESAM - Simulator can also be used in large course settings or for self-studies.


Objectives of AMEISE

With several extensions to SESAM, AMEISE allows for the following opportunities:

  • Self - Studies
    • It is possible to perform a simulation run without supervision. Here, supervision does not only just mean the support during a simulation run, but also the evaluations of a simulation run. Of course, this cannot fully replace the different interpretations of an experienced instructor, but with AMEISE a lot of different types of feedback are possible.
  • Increase in Motivation of Trainees
    • To increase the motivation of trainees, a comparison component was implemented, allowing for a detailed comparison of different simulation runs.
  • Reduction of Supervision Costs
    • Several components reduce the effort needed by the instructors during and after a course. Basically, students are be able to analyze their simulation runs by themselves, and instructors can generate the materials needed in a course automatically.
  • Performing partial Simulation Runs
    • In some teaching situations, only parts of a simulation run might be of interest. This is also possible with AMEISE.


Additional Components

To meet these opportunities, the existing prototype of the Universität Stuttgart was extended, among other things, by the following components:

  • Implementation of an Explanation Component, supporting the trainee during a simulation run.
  • Implementation of a Comparison Component, for comparing simulation runs to others.
  • Implementation of an Evaluation Component, for analyzing the simulation during and after a simulation run.


System Requirements

To do AMEISE simulation runs, the following requirements have to be fulfilled:

  • Operating System: Windows (95 or later versions), MacOS, Linux or Solaris
  • Java JDK 1.5
  • Free Space on HDD: 5 MB
  • Network Connection


Additionally, the AMEISE - Client has to be installed locally: >> Download the AMEISE - Client


Please note: To do simulation runs, the computer has to be connected to the AMEISE - Server.